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Section 4: Maintenance

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Page 1: ...19 3 6 Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls 3 34 3 7 Working with the Lamp 3 44 3 8 Status Menu 3 47 3 9 3D Images Mirage Only 3 48 3 10 Using Multiple Projectors 3 57 3 11 Remote Contro...

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Page 3: ...nsional graphic images for simulation virtual reality and other stereographic related applications The DLV1400 DX is designed for the demands of 24 7 control room applications and provides long term r...

Page 4: ...rojector 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 malfunct...

Page 5: ...eneral the further back the projector is positioned from the screen the larger the image will be If required you can level the projector by adjusting its three feet With the projector positioned perpe...

Page 6: ...rated line cord Turn the Projector ON Press the POWER button on either the remote or built in keypad to turn the projector on Wait a few minutes to allow the projector to warm up The LED status window...

Page 7: ...Requires separate room Installation cost is usually higher Rear Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Projector is completely hidden Usually good ambient light rejection...

Page 8: ...the screen 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 audienc...

Page 9: ...brightness use a screen size appropriate for the venue but not larger than required Installing a large screen in a small room is similar to watching television at a close range too large a screen can...

Page 10: ...offset can also be expressed as the percent of half the image height OR the number of pixels of shift from lens center Refer to Figure 2 2 for some illustrated examples of vertical offset Table 2 1 a...

Page 11: ...Section 2 Installation and Setup User s Manual 2 7 Figure 2 2 Vertical Offset Examples...

Page 12: ...Section 2 Installation and Setup 2 8 User s Manual Figure 2 3 Lens Vertical Offsets...

Page 13: ...y been vertically offset Horizontal offset can also be expressed as the percent of half the image width the number of pixels of shift to one side of lens center Refer to Figure 2 4 for some illustrate...

Page 14: ...Section 2 Installation and Setup 2 10 User s Manual Figure 2 5 Lens Horizontal Offsets...

Page 15: ...lain view or have a limited amount of space for projector and audience Available 2005 Use only the CHRISTIE approved ceiling mount kit designed for your projector SPECIAL MOUNTING The projector can be...

Page 16: ...connections INPUT 1consists of 5 BNCs connectors for linking to a variety of sources The typical connection would be to an RGB source such as a PC Mac DEC Sun SGI and others This projector supports m...

Page 17: ...o INPUT 1 use the red green and blue BNCs as described in YPbPr Signals below Connect a YPbPr signal component video to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 as shown in Figure 2 9 NOTES 1 If for some reason the project...

Page 18: ...high quality DVD players satellite receiver and digital cable TVs NOTE 1 To ensure true digital output from devices that transmit digital signals connect to the DVI I connector 2 DVI loop through is...

Page 19: ...connectors not both and control the projector remotely by entering specific serial communication commands Connecting RS 232 The two 9 pin DIN connectors labeled RS232 IN and RS232 OUT on the input pa...

Page 20: ...ur projector Figure 2 13 Connecting RS422 Ethernet Communications To add the projector to an existing Ethernet network with other equipment such as controllers and other projectors connect standard CA...

Page 21: ...ine cord to the AC receptacle located at the back of the projector below the input panel and the 3 pronged end into a grounded AC outlet The input voltage to the projector must be capable of 100 240 V...

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Page 23: ...keypad for monitoring projector status The AC receptacle is located at the back of the projector just below the input panel Use this outlet to plug in an appropriately rated line cord Refer to Section...

Page 24: ...g and damaging the lens which could affect your displayed image All source connections are made to the input panel located at the back of the projector Connect RGB or YPbPr sources to INPUT 1 analog o...

Page 25: ...RCA jack labeled as REMOTE on the input panel To control the projector when signals from a remote keypad cannot reach the projector use the projector s built in keypad The nearby LED display provides...

Page 26: ...eration 3 4 User s Manual These are toggle keys which require you to press and hold or press twice or press and use the up down arrow keys NOTE To turn the OSD off you must press OSD and Figure 3 3 Re...

Page 27: ...as during power up the second key press may not take effect Specific keypad commands are explained below Power ON OFF Press and hold for two seconds to toggle the projector on or off with a single key...

Page 28: ...r to enter the desired channel number blind i e without on screen feedback See Menu Preferences later in this section Input 1 Press Input 1 to display from the data input source connected to BNCs labe...

Page 29: ...ubsection Brightness Press Bright to increase or decrease the amount of black in the image Use keys until you reach the desired level of contrast for best results start high and decrease so that dark...

Page 30: ...appears in the LED display when the shutter is closed 2 The shutter is open upon power up Function Key IF WITHIN A MENU Using the Func for special tasks within the menu system is noted with the appro...

Page 31: ...item to toggle a checkbox or to accept a parameter adjustment and return to the previous menu or image Exit Press Exit to return to the previous level such as the previous menu NOTE Exit does not sav...

Page 32: ...sponding function menu or pull down list of further options will then appear With a function menu displayed navigate in a similar manner enter a menu option number for any numbered option or use the k...

Page 33: ...lect a slidebar toggle a checkbox status or view a pull down list do one of the following within the function menu Enter the menu option number corresponding to the setting you wish to change for exam...

Page 34: ...ast slidebar accessed with the Contrast option in the Image Settings menu Use the arrow keys to adjust a direct slidebar or press and enter a specific number from the keypad then or or to save or Exit...

Page 35: ...er of current text if present Note that you can also enter a number directly from the keypad it will be accepted and the cursor will move on ADD OR DELETE A CHARACTER OR SPACE To insert a space at the...

Page 36: ...urce once before and changed a display parameter such as contrast V Position etc then a channel was automatically created and still exists in projector memory see below Using one of the Input keys wil...

Page 37: ...created based on factory defined defaults for this type of signal The channel number assigned is the lowest available number from 01 50 NOTES 1 An automatic channel will be discarded unless one or mo...

Page 38: ...ntain details pertaining to each channel setup such as its switcher number always 0 projector slot location a variety of icons indicating access to each channel and an abbreviated description of each...

Page 39: ...Select Copy and press a new channel will be created It is identical to original which still remains but it is identified with the next available number from 01 50 If you change your mind and do not wa...

Page 40: ...nel Setup menu select the relevant channel and press The Channel Edit menu will appear similar to the sample shown in Figure 3 12 Figure 3 12 Channel Edit Menu SAMPLE If desired review and or edit the...

Page 41: ...tation if from the Main menu and accept any changes you may have entered Settings are saved with the current channel From your presentation you can access any of the individual options in these menus...

Page 42: ...an Active Input Area Resize Preset scaling will occur in this region of interest only Resizing options are explained in detail below WHAT IS THE RESIZING DEFAULT By default when displaying a new sourc...

Page 43: ...l pixels 1400 x 1050 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 Se...

Page 44: ...ources For best results use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern of black and white pixels or a similar half on half off graphic image such as the Windows shutdown s...

Page 45: ...in v1 0 software Shown as Reserved PIP Enable Toggle to display from two sources at once picture in picture or the primary source only This checkbox turns the secondary source on and off in the displ...

Page 46: ...rmation and display in a different format for example if your Plug Play EDID device does not support the projector s resolution and or frequency select the desired Plug Play EDID resolution from the l...

Page 47: ...e blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions for the in between values utilized in other grays Unlike Brightness and Contrast controls the overall tone of your images can be lightened or dark...

Page 48: ...ing a color space option is useful only for analog signals connected to INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 5 or INPUT 6 Although color space for these analog signals is automatically determined by the projector in...

Page 49: ...g to this standard Table 3 3 Regions and Video Standards Summary Standard Where Used SUBJECT TO CHANGE NTSC N America and Japan NTSC 4 43 A tape only standard for partially translated hybrid signals P...

Page 50: ...and brightness settings are near 50 and that color temperature is properly set up on an internal grayscale test pattern 3 There must be at least 2 consecutive white pixels present in the image for pro...

Page 51: ...vels submenu Wait for all 6 values to stabilize Alternatively do not use Auto reduce blacklevels manually instead Judge by eye and change one or more of the six levels as necessary to obtain proper bl...

Page 52: ...pattern from the desired external source and enter a checkmark in the Peak Detector checkbox NOTE The Peak Detector will initially render the grayscale as a uniform gray field before adjustment 2 Dis...

Page 53: ...a color gamut optimized for video sources standard or high definition Alternatively you can specify a color temperature which enables the nearby Color Temperature slidebar and applies its current set...

Page 54: ...l display intended for it Symptoms of cross talk and or color artifacts can indicate need for adjustment The Dark Interval range of adjustment depends on the vertical frequency of your source the high...

Page 55: ...g source signal However if your source is jittery and or tearing you may wish to force a setting to ensure stable processing for this source if desired override the default Auto setting by selecting t...

Page 56: ...The first six options in the Configuration menu are explained below Language Choose from available languages to use in the projector s menus The change will take effect immediately Image Orientation S...

Page 57: ...le channel list whenever you press Channel from your presentation Channels marked with a list icon in the Channel Setup menu will appear here The Display Channel List option also enables on screen fee...

Page 58: ...ts no parity Projector Enter a three digit number such as 001 to assign or change a number to the projector currently in use If the current projector already has a number assigned that number will app...

Page 59: ...valid and unique for use on the current Ethernet network On networks without a DHCP server or to simply override the automatic DHCP server function delete the checkmark and enter the new IP Address s...

Page 60: ...nsor to OFF The projector will no longer respond to an IR remote keypad Wired Keypad Select On to enable use of a wired remote keypad connected to the rear of the projector The projector will then res...

Page 61: ...lor performance or gamut Sometimes known as Comprehensive Color Adjustment 2 Factory measured primary color levels which ensure a specific color performance from projector to projector can be altered...

Page 62: ...COLOR ADJUSTMENT BY X Y Use this submenu if you want to alter add or copy a color gamut i e color adjustment Controls in this menu define the precise hue of each primary color component red green blu...

Page 63: ...nges its hue it is just a different interface 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 NOTE A Color Saturation adjustme...

Page 64: ...the standard remote keypad Odd Pixel Adjustment NOTES 1 Factory set and rarely required by user 2 Source must be 110 MHz When using certain RGB sources you may need to adjust the normal gain or offset...

Page 65: ...black and white bands are known to be at opposite edges of the image you can watch these isolated areas while adjusting individual blacklevels and input drives until both bands are just visible Images...

Page 66: ...you install a new lamp Set LAMP LIMIT to the number of hours you expect to log on the current lamp before replacing it This will trigger a lamp message on screen if enabled NOTES 1 If you change modes...

Page 67: ...are operating in Max Brightness mode or at a specific Power level When you are operating in Intensity mode this value remains at the original Intensity setting chosen and cannot be adjusted NOTE The n...

Page 68: ...through the system With a fully open aperture slidebar default of 0 the maximum amount of light passes through for maximum brightness in your images Increase the slidebar setting to reduce the apertur...

Page 69: ...t The lamp should be replaced The Lamp Limit setting should not exceed the expected lamp life as an old lamp becomes increasingly fragile and more prone to sudden failure See also 4 4 Lamp and Filter...

Page 70: ...nd process a 3D stereographic signal automatically In addition if you are using Christie s 3D Stereo Sync Cable available early 2005 select the appropriate 3D Stereo Sync setting in the Advanced Image...

Page 71: ...ese higher frame rates 3D Source Requirements and Conditions Use a progressive RGB source with native resolution up to 1400 x 1050 can be cropped if desired Higher resolution can be used but edge pixe...

Page 72: ...Section 3 Operation 3 50 User s Manual Figure 3 26 Typical 3D Configuration with Passive Glasses TTL Inverter Figure 3 27 Typical 3D Configuration Active Glasses 3D Stereo Sync Cable...

Page 73: ...Stereo Sync Cable and the proper 3D Stereo Sync setting in the Advanced Image Settings menu Either configuration ensures that shutter changes in the glasses allow each eye to receive the image data in...

Page 74: ...isplay before the opposing shutter mechanism begins to open Each frame mirror sequence is displayed in its entirety to the correct eye What To Adjust Since most current 3D video sources stereographic...

Page 75: ...Section 3 Operation User s Manual 3 53 Figure 3 29 Customizing the Input Signal...

Page 76: ...e dark interval is too brief for proper gating you may notice an apparent color temperature problem with some whites or grays appearing with a slight red green or blue tint This color artifact is part...

Page 77: ...en you are not using the 3D Stereo Sync Cable With your sync cable Z screen and if desired emitter connected as described in 3 9 3D Images select the option suited to your 3D configuration see above I...

Page 78: ...ppear as you expect FLICKERING IMAGE Increase the incoming frame rate as much as possible IMAGE IS COMPRESSED HORIZONTALLY Increase pixel tracking If already maximized the pixel clock rate of the sour...

Page 79: ...h Brightness Uniformity and Edge Blending Preliminary Calibration As a final part of the manufacturing process all primary colors in the projector are precisely set to pre established values to ensure...

Page 80: ...l projector settings You can ignore color temperature since you will be redefining color performance in this procedure but do optimize each projector in every other aspect Closely align all screen edg...

Page 81: ...to Color Enable checkbox Each color coordinate you select will then automatically trigger a full field display of the corresponding color These coordinate adjustments move the three color points close...

Page 82: ...cularly useful for setting up and maintaining tiled images that form a cohesive display wall in which the color cast and light output appear uniform throughout each image as well as throughout the ent...

Page 83: ...ORMITY SLIDEBARS White Uniformity slidebar values may not reduce to 0 Each slidebar adjusts overall light output in a specific screen zone but the value shown represents the current setting for green...

Page 84: ...ase Lamp Power slightly to recover center matches Step 2 Adjust Color level of red green blue in 8 Zones NOTES 1 At this point ignore the brightness of individual zones 2 Always ignore menu colors 2a...

Page 85: ...gin with the screen exhibiting the most obvious variations in light output Adjust edge White Uniformity first note that each edge adjustment also affects the rest of the screen slightly Keep all edges...

Page 86: ...p of images Visible overlaps will disappear Figure 3 36 Edge Blending Concept For best results use the same projector model and type throughout your display wall In addition avoid high gain screens wh...

Page 87: ...is approximately 50 black for best results in most applications keep fairly close to this default Other Functions For convenience the Edge Blending submenu also includes related options for enabling a...

Page 88: ...esired external signal 9 Adjust mechanical alignment if necessary to maintain perfect pixel on pixel alignment over time In applications where you are projecting only white or light images the Blend W...

Page 89: ...sword you ll see Invalid Password Press or Exit to clear the message and try again NOTE On screen display of Invalid User Entry messages cannot be disabled even if Display Error Messages has been set...

Page 90: ...n operational the message indicates the presence of a potentially serious problem that should be investigated You can press Exit Exit to remove the message but for best results you should reset the pr...

Page 91: ...oot code CRC failed 61 Unable to program DigMux PLD 62 Unable to program Control PLD 63 Unable to program Bubks PLD 64 Unrecognized ROM type 65 Write to flash ROM failed 66 TIPM failure 67 Downloaded...

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Page 93: ...the user to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the projector The lightning flash and arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle alerts the...

Page 94: ...hen you replace the lamp or sooner if required It is important the filter be replaced regularly to ensure sufficient airflow through the projector otherwise it could cause the projector to overheat Re...

Page 95: ...exist immediately unplug the projector from the power outlet and ask a qualified service technician to look at it The power cord has been damaged The internal cooling fans do not turn on within two mi...

Page 96: ...the lamp Fingerprints left on the glass will seriously degrade lamp performance or cause hotspots which can lead to an accumulation of intense heat in the touched area and cause the lamp to shatter To...

Page 97: ...ecific projector model See chart below Projector Model Lamp Watts Lamp Filter Kit Required Mirage S 2K 38 DSP102 02 DLV1400 DX 38 DSP102 01 500W 03 000832 01P Christie DS 4K 38 DSP104 02 Mirage S 4K 3...

Page 98: ...ol before handling WARNING Always power down and unplug the projector prior to servicing Allow the lamp to cool before handling 2 Using a screwdriver loosen the 2 screws from the lamp door located at...

Page 99: ...l out and turn the lamp lock lever turned up in Step 3 a quarter turn clockwise to lock the lamp in place NOTE If you can t turn the lamp lock into position it is likely the lamp is not fully inserted...

Page 100: ...nd Filter Kit for your specific projector model Table 1 Tools required 1 Phillips screwdriver 1 Loosen the screw s from the filter access panels The front access panel is located to the left of the pr...

Page 101: ...om damage 3 When removing the projection lens Press and hold the lens release button located in the top right corner of the lens panel Grasping the lens barrel turn it in a counter clockwise direction...

Page 102: ...Section 4 Maintenance 4 10 User s Manual Figure 4 8...

Page 103: ...t likely there is a synchronization problem with reversed 3 2 pull down in 60Hz to 24Hz film to digital conversion in your source Correct at the source Image appears squeezed or vertically stretched i...

Page 104: ...source end The display has suddenly frozen 1 It s possible that excessive voltage noise on the AC or ground input has interrupted the projector s ability to lock on to a signal Power down the project...

Page 105: ...ignite until the temperature is low enough Cool the projector and try again 3 For suspected communication failures power down the projector and try again 4 If the lamp does not ignite after a second...

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Page 107: ...splayable colors 1 1billion Color Temperature Default 5800K 950K 650K Range of Adjustment see Note 1 3200K 9300K NOTE 1 Via electronic controls with Comprehensive Color Adjustment turned off Pixels Pi...

Page 108: ...d Sync Interlaced or Progressive Scan Format Horizontal Frequency Range 31 120 kHz Vertical Frequency Range See Note 1 23 97 150 Hz Sync Type Separate H and V direct or swapped Composite bi level tri...

Page 109: ...e 9 pin Dsub RS232 IN 1 male 9 pin Dsub RS232 OUT RS 422 Serial Input Connector Type 1 female 9 pin Dsub GPIO Connector Type 1 male 9 pin Dsub Number of I O lines 7 each individually assignable as inp...

Page 110: ...0W models heavy duty 12 250VAC 15A Plugs 500W models NEMA 5 15P 1000W models NEMA 5 15P 1200W models NEMA 6 15P Type CERMAX Xenon Power Mirage S 2K DLV1400 DX 500W Mirage S 4K Christie DS 4K 1000W Mir...

Page 111: ...all parts of immunity characteristics for ITE Temperature 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Humidity 20 to 80 non condensing Altitude 0 3000 meters Temperature 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 149 F Humidity non condensi...

Page 112: ...zoom 38 809091 01 4 5 7 3 1 zoom 38 809092 01 SXGA 1 2 1 fixed 38 809016 01 for DLV1400 DX models only Optional Input Modules RGB500 Input Module RGB400 Active Loop Through Input Module RGB400 Buffere...

Page 113: ...2 39 The larger the ratio or decimal the wider and less square the image The ability of the projector to automatically recognize and synchronize to the horizontal and vertical scan frequencies of an...

Page 114: ...nt A projection screen which is slightly concave for improved screen gain Curved screens usually have screen gains which are greater than 1 but viewing angles much less than 180 Curved screens are not...

Page 115: ...Curved screens usually have larger gain than flat screens General Purpose Input Output used for remote control of a limited number of programmable functions by direct signal or dry contact connection...

Page 116: ...roduction of the horizontal and vertical size of characters and or shapes over the entire screen When light from a projector is incident on a screen the light reflects from the screen such that the an...

Page 117: ...ad protocols adjacent projectors can be controlled independently with their remote IR keypads A selectable menu item that unfolds into a list of options pertaining to it A manufacturer of a digital vi...

Page 118: ...players used primarily in France SECAM Sequential Couleur M moire signals are similar in resolution and frequency to PAL signals The primary difference between the two standards is in the way color in...

Page 119: ...that is used by display devices such as projectors to generate an image This term also refers to the output of video tape disk players and computers An optional device that converts NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4...

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Page 121: ...the projector Use the extension cable also provided to convert the IR remote to a wired remote if desired Refer to Section 3 for a specific description of each key and how to use them correctly Toggle...

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Page 123: ...ASCII communication with the projector so that it can be controlled remotely from a PC or other controller From a PC connect a standard 9 wire RS232 serial cable to the RS232 IN port Or for long dista...

Page 124: ...Appendix C Serial Communication Cables C 2 User s Manual...

Page 125: ...r s front feet 2 This measurement is not necessarily parallel to the floor as the projector and screen may be inclined 3 Due to lens manufacturing throw distance calculations have a tolerance of 5 Tab...

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Page 135: ...can be configured to automate any number of events using the serial command code GIO Each pin is defined as either an input or output depending on the desired outcome In general configure the pin as...

Page 136: ...y an action that is initiated at a particular time or based on an external stimulus For General Purpose IO G Parameter Name Value P1 RTE type G Real Time I O Event P2 I O bit 1 7 P3 Pin state 1 Charac...

Page 137: ...inputs NOTE The audio connectors are not functional The RGB400 Buffered Amplifier Input Module may be installed in this projector in a Marquee Signal Switcher or in a Marquee Case Power Supply Connect...

Page 138: ...ered loop through video outputs NOTE The audio connectors are not functional The PC250 Analog Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply T...

Page 139: ...r SECAM signals must connect to the video decoder installed at INPUT 3 INPUT 4 2 The audio connectors are not functional 3 For use with this projector do not connect both composite video and S video s...

Page 140: ...for signal and error SMPTE 259M compatible The Dual SD HD SDI Module enables incoming serial digital SD or HD data to be tiled across multiple screen displays overlapped for extra bright displays or...

Page 141: ...t 3 33 A Ambient Lighting 2 5 Anamorphic 3 22 Arrow Keys 3 9 Auto Input Level 3 29 Auto Key 3 5 Auto Power up 3 34 Auto Setup 3 5 Automatic Gain Control 3 27 AutoSource Checkbox 3 19 B Bad Sync 3 67 B...

Page 142: ...reeze Image 3 42 Full Height 3 21 Full Screen 3 21 Full Width 3 21 Function Key 3 8 G Gamma 3 25 3 31 Gamma Key 3 7 Glossary of Terms A 1 H Help Context sensitive 3 10 Horizontal Position 3 23 I Image...

Page 143: ...Entry 3 13 O Odd Pixel Adjustment 3 42 Offsets Horizontal 2 6 2 9 Vertical 2 6 2 9 Optional Input 2 14 Optional Input Modules F 1 OSD Key 3 8 P Peak Detector 3 30 3 43 Pixel Phase 3 22 Pixel Tracking...

Page 144: ...g 3 13 Throw Distance 2 5 D 1 Time outs 3 11 Tint 3 28 Troubleshooting 3D 3 56 Ethernet 5 3 Lamp 5 3 Power 5 1 V Ventilation 3 2 4 3 Vertical Keystone 3 38 Vertical Position 3 23 Vertical Stretch 3 22...

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