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System Overview

The XPAND Passive 3D Polarization Modulator Gen2 allows 3D DLP Ready projectors to project stereoscopic video in combination with 
circular polarized passive 3D glasses. This product uses the latest in LC shutter glass technology to give the best possible 3D experience 
with high brightness and contrast and no fl ickering. 
If you want to use your projector as a regular 2D DLP projector, you can move the XPAND Passive 3D Polarization Modulator out of the way 
of the projector lens allowing for a 2D projection at the projector’s original brightness.
Main features of the XPAND Passive 3D Polarization Modulator Gen2 are:

 

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High brightness and contrast ratio

 

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Control via string macros sent by a digital cinema server or projector

 

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Confi gurable operation using a dedicated PC-based confi guration utility

 

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Service upgradable fi rmware

 

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Integrated LC shutter cooling fan

 

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Easy air fi lter cleaning and replacement

What’s Included

 

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(1) XPAND Passive 3D Polarization Modulator

 

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(1) Protective fabric cover for protecting the LC panel when not in use.

 

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(2) GPIO cables for connecting the unit to the projector

 

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(1) Ethernet Crossover Cable

 

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(1) User Manual

WARNING:

 The supplied Ethernet Crossover Cable should not be used as a regular network cable. It is intended primarily for direct connec-

tion of the modulator to a PC when performing network settings confi guration if needed.

Connector Panel

(1) Motion Control - Typically used for controlling a motorized mount, if the modulator is attached to one. See section 

Motion Control Output 

for more information.
(2) GPIO - Connector for connecting the modulator to the projector. With use of special cables this connector can also be used for connecting 
the projector’s or the digital cinema server’s GPIO ports to the modulator.
(3) SYNC / 3D MODE LED - Amber LED for indicating which mode the modulator is currently operating in.
(4) ETHERNET - RJ45 / Ethernet port used for connecting the modulator to the local network. Two square LEDs are integrated in the con-
nector, showing network activity of the unit.
(5) STATUS LED - Green LED for indicating current status of the modulator.
(6) DC12V 1A - Power in.

Inputs

 

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GPIO Port: DSUB-9PIN-Male. See pinout diagram below for more information.

 

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Ethernet Port: RJ45 / 8P8C Ethernet connector.

 

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DC Power Jack: 6.2 mm

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 (Hole size), 1.6 mm 

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(Lead size). Mating connector: 5.5 mm 

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 (OD), 2.1 mm 

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 (Bore).

GPIO male 9-pin connector pinout

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Summary of Contents for Passive 3D PolarizationModulator Gen2

Page 1: ...to be used on dark background to be used on light background XPAND Passive 3D Polarization Modulator Gen2 User Manual User Manual...

Page 2: ...ion 9 Installation 9 Motion Control Setup Wizard 10 Unit s Initial Network Settings Configuration 10 Recommended Projector Settings for XPAND Passive 3D Cinemas 12 Modulator Configuration Using the PC...

Page 3: ...he product Use of XPAND s Passive 3D Polarization Modulator Motorized Mount is strongly recommended Make sure that the modulator is never positioned in front of the projector when viewing 2D content A...

Page 4: ...s for connecting the unit to the projector 1 Ethernet Crossover Cable 1 User Manual WARNING The supplied Ethernet Crossover Cable should not be used as a regular network cable It is intended primarily...

Page 5: ...ING 1s ON 1s OFF The unit s mode control source is set to frame sync it is in 2D mode and scanning for a condition to transition into 3D mode This condition is a valid 3D synchronization signal on the...

Page 6: ...ion Modes of Operation The modulator operates in one of two modes 2D mode or 3D mode As their names suggest the 3D mode is intended for watching 3D content and 2D mode for viewing 2D content at which...

Page 7: ...mode is to monitor the 3D synchronization signal line coming from the projector for the presence of a valid synchronization signal This signal comes into the modulator through its GPIO connec tor If a...

Page 8: ...or to 3D mode modctrls n mode 3D Command Parameter Value Description mode 2D 3D Sets the currently active mode based on the input parameter value Note This command only takes effect if the Network Mod...

Page 9: ...r on the projector and to the 9 pin GPIO connector on the back of the modulator Two cables are supplied with the modulator Choose the correct one based on the available connectors on the projector 5 I...

Page 10: ...s lamp cannot reach the modulator by placing a non transparent light barrier between the projector and the modulator Alternatively the lamp on the projector can be turned off or if the projector allow...

Page 11: ...he IP is reserved network configuration is finished If however more modulators will be connected to the same network this unit s IP must be changed since each modulator requires a unique IP Proceed to...

Page 12: ...u PC network settings you may have changed in step 5b If an automatic connection attempt is not made by the utility initiate it manually by clicking the Get Device State button Once a successful conne...

Page 13: ...one The section features the following controls Select Device drop down list Used to select a device to connect to from a list of devices known to the utility Devices must be added manually See Add ne...

Page 14: ...Frequency Reports whether a synchronization signal is detected on the modulator s 3D sync GPIO input Validity of the signal and its frequency are reported Whether a signal is valid or not is determin...

Page 15: ...cy on the modulator enter a new value and press the Enter key to confirm the change The Menu Bar Most of the menu s items are self explanatory and intuitive However the following submenu items deserve...

Page 16: ...sure the filter is completely dry before inserting it back into the unit Remove the protective cover and plug the power jack back into the modulator If the filter shows sign of wear it should be repla...

Page 17: ...s or people with family members who have experienced such symptoms should consult their physician before viewing 3D media We recommend that Parents or Guardians observe their children while the childr...

Page 18: ...void the user s authority to operate it This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 t...

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