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1. CHRISTIE The channel setup icons list all defined channels The far left column lists channel numbers defined The values in the far right columns indicate horizontal and vertical frequencies or if there is a defined name for a channel it appears here The H amp V frequencies will not appear if a name has been defined for the channel instead the name is only seen The H amp V frequencies are inserted as the name when the channel is first created The vertical frequency is displayed with the sync polarity The remaining columns pertain to each signal type such as input number slot location a variety of icons indicating access to each channel and an abbreviated description of each signal type NOTE Use 2 and to see the remaining channels not visible in the initial display of channels SIGNAL TYPE The channel list or the Channel Setup menu identifies signal types abbreviations as defined below in Table 3 2 Abbreviations for Signal Type Composite Sync on the H C input or the V input 4 wire These abbreviations are preceded by either an 1 interlaced signals or p progressive signal Table 3 2 Abbreviations for Signal Type The first 5 items in this table is analog RGB with various sync combinations indicating Sync Source when editing the channel Abbrev Composite 4 wire on V input Dig Digital A TO COPY A CHANNEL highlight the desired channel in the Channel Setup menu th
2. CHRISTIE ILS LENS 2 8 4 5 1 SX 2 6 4 1 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100114 XX 119 643 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 4 5 7 5 1 SX 4 1 6 9 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100115 XX 119 643 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 7 5 11 2 1 SX 6 9 10 4 1 HD 0 95 X 118 100116 XX 119 643 pixels 3 CHIP DLP NOTES 1 Offsets are subject to 7 centering tolerance 2 Offset tt of pixels of offset half vertical panel resolution x 100 M Series User Manual 2 12 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Table 2 2 Lens Type and Vertical Offsets SXGA 1400 x 1050 pixels Lens Throw Ratio Fixed Zoom Lens Part Minimum Offset Number Above or Below Lens Center CHRISTIE ILS LENS 0 73 1 SX 0 67 1 HD 0 95 3 CHIP X 118 100110 XX 23 121 pixels DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 2 1 SX 1 1 1 HD 0 95 3 CHIP X 118 100117 XX 100 525 pixels DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 2 1 SX 1 1 1 HD SFL 0 95 3 X 118 101103 XX 100 525 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 25 1 6 1 SX 1 16 1 49 1 HD X 118 100111 XX 73 383 pixels 0 95 3 CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 5 2 0 1 SX 1 4 1 8 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100112 XX 100 525 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 2 0 2 8 1 SX 1 8 2 6 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100113 XX 100 525 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 2 8 4 5 1 SX 2 6 4 1 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100114 XX 100 525 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 4 5 7 5 1 SX 4 1 6 9 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100115 XX 100 525 pixels
3. Choose how you want to be notified of errors detected in either the incoming signal or projector Select Screen or All default to see brief on screen messages This is recommended during setup or testing of the projector Or select Serial Ports to receive messages via RS232 or RS422 serial communication only To hide error message displays such as during shows and presentations select Off or Serial Ports M Series User Manual 3 40 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE SPLASH SCREEN SETUP Choose when to display a special introductory splash screen image such as your company logo graphic or message Always Off A splash screen never appears e Start up Only The splash screen logo appears at projector start up only e 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 This will overwrite any other user splash screen that has been downloaded NOTE Only one user splash screen can be saved in the projector e OSD TRANSPARENCY Check this box if you want the OSD menu backgrounds to be transparent MENU TYPE Select the Basic or Advanced menu type from this list box The Advanced menu setting will give the menu options The Basic menu setting will give a small number of the most frequently used me
4. M Series User Manual 2 23 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup 9 pin D style Connector GPIO RS422 IN 00000 Ay 922 29 ha i un RS232 IN RS232 OUT To computer or device with RS422 capability FIGURE 2 19 CONNECTING RS422 ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS 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 RS232 NETWORK To connect multiple projectors in a network with serial communication Connect the controlling source to the RS232 IN connector of the first projector in the network 2 Using another serial communication cable connect one end to the RS232 OUT connector and the other end to the RS232 IN connector of the next projector 3 Continue this pattern of connection with all projectors in the network NOTE 77e last projector in the network will only have a connection to the RS232 IN connector see Figure 2 20 RS232 Network M Series User Manual 2 24 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE FIGURE 2 20 RS232 NETWORK MIXED NETWORK To control multiple projectors with a computer controller having an RS422 interface 1 Set them all to the same baud rate as your RS422 controller NOTE You must enable this co
5. Picture in Picture Seamless Switching Built in 2D keystone and geometry correction Auto scaling Auto deinterlacing Edge blending Warping Tiling support for up to 3x3 arrays Blanking and Image positioning Brightness contrast color and uniformity user settable control Image orientation Electronics HW access Number of option cards Number of processor cards Number of option slots Native format adjustment Arbitrary Gamma M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 COMMENTS Supports 3 chip DMD operation All video formats can be resized to fill screen either horizontally or vertically while maintaining aspect ratio Can display image front rear normal inverted ceiling All accessible electronics are mounted from the back of the projector 6 user inter changeable hot swappable 2 user inter changeable 4 located at back of projector for option cards 1 located at back of projector for processor card Optional global aspect ratio setting can be set for projector allowing for automatic scaling of all input images to required output format User definable gamma curves 6 8 CHAISTIE 6 3 IMAGE PROCESSOR PERFORM ANCE Min input pixel rate 13 Mpix s Max input pixel rate 165 Mpix s Standard mode Max input resolution 2048x1536 QXGA Min input resolution 640x400 Max input frame rate with 50Hz at 2048x1536 QXGA single Image Processor Card Processing 10 bit throughout Source switching time
6. Where Shaded area projected image Area within solid line projected image area with no offset applied Examples of Horizontal Offset SXGA pixels represented 700 pixels 700 pixels 350 pixels to 1050 pixels displayed display to left display to right left of lens to right of lens center of lens center of lens center center or 350 pixels of shift to right of lens center j LAST CARN dh i 0 Offset 50 Offset EMASIARID MLSIARID 1 In this example no offset is applied therefore 2 In this example 50 offset is applied therefore half of the image appears to the left or lens center 3 4 or 75 of the image appears to the one side of and half appears to the right the lens center FIGURE 2 10 HORIZONTAL OFFSET EXAMPLES M Series User Manual 2 16 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE 2 2 4 2 2 5 Mounting There are several methods for mounting the projector In typical front and rear screen installations the projector can be mounted to a secure and level surface such as a table or cart Carts are useful when the projector has to be moved often Lock the wheels on a cart when it is in position to prevent accidental movement during a presentation CEILING MOUNT The projector can be inverted and suspended from the ceiling using a specially designed ceiling mount fixture 118 100108 X X This mounting is recommended for those that want the projector out of plain view or have limited
7. IRremte 002 120 XX X X IR remote harness 00110070 XX X X User Manual 02010000 XX X Service Manual 020100010 XX X si S P lt is Posi PS PS esi red PS P lt iod nasi Puoi PS ed PS PS X P lt gt lt M Series User Manual 6 14 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 6 Specifications 6 10 1 Service Components Part Number Lamp 200W DS 6K M HD6K M 003 100856 XX DLV1920 DL DLV1400 DL Lamp 350W HD10K M Roadster HDIOK 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 6 11 REGULATORY This product conforms to the following regulations related to product safety environmental requirements and electromagnetic compatibility EMC e FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A CISPR22 EN55022 CISPR24 EN55024 e UL 60950 1 First Edition CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 1 03 First edition e EC60950 1 2001 e 2002 95 EC RoHS M Series User Manual 6 15 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Appendix A GPIO This section explains how to use a GPIO link from the projector to external equipment such as devices for 3D synchronizing 4 1 GPIO Port M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 01 07 08 Appendix A GPIO A l GPIO PORT A 2 The GPIO connector located on the input panel provides a flexible method of
8. M Series USER MANUAL 020 100009 01 CHRISTIE China RoHS Compliance Information KF PH amp mTERP amp mBSXEB EImJE BUB e Environmentally Friendly Use Period Eh oe IEA RB ER 10 The year number in the centre of the label indicates the Environmentally Friendly Use Period which is required to mark on the electronic information product sold in China according to the China RoHS regulations AN FCRI FRR ER T MR SS mS REED IE 2006F 2 A288 AR ETER oS IRR 2006 F 11 H 68 fbl EN MATHEAL REAR RAR EH BTS mh ore APR e Material Concentration Values Table SEBHEZUWmnSsX Part Name n4E Ws Material Concentration x Z8 EVI S c3 AONB SRK ROK Pb Hg Cd Cr6 PBB PowerSupy amame X O Lei axi ef ef ef er ee te te pt Panel Driver PCB mamar X CER DD eee plane ae tamp driver mmaa X a 21 5 1 BloweriFan mum X 2 9 Sensor amp mB X 9 9 9 9 9 Lohenie xag X oO x 9 0 Oo nss X Oo x 8 9 9 LS iris Auxiliary optics mxa X O x 9 0 9 Lem um ee ee Projection lens Projection lens BEL Motorized lens sss mount Remote control IR control IR ET US jie ER E s i ee ae 5 1 9 5 enclosure Note O indicates that the concentration value of the particular hazardous substance contained in all the homogeneous materials for this part acc
9. S e em PWR 1 1 2 1 1 IN 2 IN 1 OUT 2 OUT ANALOG BNC INPUT CARD This card accepts a graphic analog video signal input over a 5 BNC connector interface It has no outputs The input consists of 5 BNC connectors for RGBH amp V The input can accommodate 4 wire RGBC C stands for composite sync but note that S should be used on the panel not C and 3 wire RGsB the s on G indicates sync on green The RGB inputs can also accommodate YPbPr signals on the RGB inputs There are 2 LED s on the module faceplate PWR indicates power has been M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup applied and the card is initialized signal indicates a valid signal has been detected NOTE Refer to 6 Specifications for more details Analog Input 108 309101 01 Red Pr Green Y Blue Pb DUAL SD HD SDI INPUT CARD This card accepts both standard definition SD and high definition HD serial digital interface SDI signals from 1 of 2 standard definition SD or high definition HD SDI sources Both single link HD and dual link HD signals are accepted The card has two SD HD SDI outputs each of which is loop through for its respective input There are 3 LEDs on the module faceplate PWR indicates power has been applied and the card is initialized and a second and signal indicates a valid signal has been detected NOTE Refer to 6 Specifications for more
10. female 9 pin Dsub IN male 9 pin Dsub OUT 115 2 kbps Xon Xoff l female 9 pin Dsub 115 2 kbps 12 V 45 400mA maximum 10 100 Base T Female RJ 45 l Supports mass storage device type Ethernet device type and or serial device type USB type B full size 3 12 Mbps high speed 480 Mbps not supported 7 Male 9 pin Dsub 100 mA 1V typical 12 V 45 400mA maximum 2 5 pin XLR 1 plug and 1 receptacle Can be switched in or out via user setting Soft touch keys Graphics LCD backlight 6 11 CHAISTIE 6 5 10 AMX Crestron Support AMX Device Discovery Partner Crestron Integrated Partner 6 6 POWER REQUIREMENTS Rated voltage Rated Current dual lamp operation 370W 1080p 200 W 1080p 370W SXGA 200W SXGA Line frequency AC Input Coupler Type of connector Line Cord Inrush Current Maximum Power Consumption 370 W 1080p 350 W 1080p 300 W 1080p 200 W 1080p 150 W 1080p 370 W SXGA 350 W SXGA 300 W SXGA 200 W SXGA 150 W SXGA Maximum Current at 100V 370 W 1080p 350 W 1080p 300 W 1080p 200 W 1080p 150 W 1080p 370 W SXGA 350 W SXGA 300 W SXGA 200 W SXGA 150 W SXGA M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 6 Specifications 100 VAC 240 VAC 12 A 100 VAC 9 A 100 VAC 12 A 100 VAC 9 A 100 VAC 50 60 Hz 15 A 250 VAC IEC 320 C14 with wire cable clamp 14AWG type FT1 with plug NEMA 5 15P 15A 60 A max 1320 W dual lamp 831 W single
11. 5 PIP Size and Position NOTE 7o control the primary image 6 PIP Image Settings gt access all picture controls through the 7 PIP Border Width oo Om j 8 PIP Border Color Black Y Main menu To control the secondary 9 Fade Time 75 PIP image access picture controls 10 Frame Locking Free Run 11 Auto Input Searching 9 through the Input Switching amp Picture in Picture menu FIGURE 3 64 INPUT SwiTCHING amp PIP M ENU MAIN INPUT From the list of active inputs select one to be used as the primary or main image PIP INPUT From the list of active inputs select one to be used as the secondary or PIP e SWAP MAIN AND PIP IMAGES Toggle the current PIP relationship so that the primary main image becomes secondary PIP and the secondary image becomes primary Swapping is available only when PIP is enabled NOTE There may be a slight delay when swapping the Primary and Secondary images PIP ENABLE Short cut Press on the Remote if Primary menu not present Image P Adjust Toggle between displaying two sources at through once Main and PIP images and the VIRI eu navigation primary or main source only This Secondary checkbox turns the secondary source on iust and off through PIP menu NOTE Disable PIP and Best Switching for Interlaced sources gt 35kHz M Series User Manual 3 51 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 3 Operation 3 52 PIP SIZE AND
12. 6 Specifications References to other documents appear italicized and bold such as Christie User Manual References to software menus and available options appear bold such as Main Menu Preferences User input or messages that appear on screen in status display units or other control modules appear in Courier font For example No Signal Present Login christiedigital Error codes LED status appear in bold e g LP AT etc Operational states of modules appear capitalized such as power ON power OFF e Signal words such as Warning Caution and Notes are used in this manual to point the reader to specific information or instructions that warn of safety related hazards which may be present and how to avoid them 1 2 PURCHASE RECORD AND SERVICE CONTACTS Whether the projector 1s 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 M Series User Manual 1 2 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Should you encounter a problem with any part of the projector contact your dealer In most cases servicing can be performed on site If you have purchased the projector fill out the information below and keep with your records Table 1 1 Purchase Record Dealer Dealer Phone Number Projector Serial Number Installation Date The serial number can be found on the r
13. For these signals change the color Space to RGB and then define a new channel for future use VIDEO OPTIONS Video Options This submenu is used with video sources only 1 Automatic Gain Control 2 Video Standard Auto Video Standard v 3 Input Video Black 7 5IRE AUTOMATIC GAIN CONTROL AGC 4 Color 900 mm AGC affects decoded video images only Enter a 3 Tint ay 9 S checkmark default in most instances Activate PU 3 M MEE 7 Sampling Mode IYCbCr 4 2 2 Y the decoder s AGC circuit to ensure properly 8 Film Mode Detect Auto bright images Delete the checkmark ifa decoded 9g ChromalLuma Delay 0 video image exhibits strange color artifacts such 10 Adaptive Contrast 7 5 m as stripes in highly saturated colors indicating an 11 Split Screen Off Y incompatibility between this source and the AGC FIGURE 3 29 VIDEO OPTIONS e VIDEO STANDARD For most video standards available in the world the projector 1 Aus vided Giandan automatically detects the incoming horizontal and vertical 2 PAL frequencies and sets the projector s processing of this signal to 3 NTSC the corresponding standard The current video standard name 4 SECAM appears in the Video Options submenu and includes an A if it 5 NTSC 4 43 is auto detected Press to view or select a different video 2 is standard from those available to the projector any that are 8g PAL 60 disabled have frequency characteristics that differ
14. M Series User Manual 3 4 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE 3 1 1 Power Key used to switch from Standby mode to ON and from ON to Standby mode LED always remains Amber Help Key only available in the On Screen Display OSD context LED is Amber when the menu is being displayed on the projected image display when no menu is being displayed the Help key is still enabled if the OSD is enabled It is only disabled when the entire OSD is set to OFF Auto Key enabled state when the power is on and there are no test patterns on the screen If the power is off or a test pattern is displayed the Auto key is disabled Exit Key is determined in the specific context of the screen being displayed Input Key enabled when the power is on Disabled if the power is off Lens Key enabled when the power is on Disabled if the power is off Shutter Key enabled when the power is on Disabled if the power 1s off Menu Key always remains in the enabled state when the power is on If the power is off the Menu key 1s disabled Soft Key used to select an action indicated by text above the key on the LCD If no text is shown the associated key is disabled Remote Keypad Commands Specific keypad commands are explained see Figure 3 1 Remote Keypad 6 POWER ON OFF Press and hold for two seconds or press twice quickly to action the projector ON or OFF Or press and release followed immediately by 4 ON or CO OFF to guarantee
15. When finished initializing the Power and Shutter LEDs the two on the right should be on 3 Check the LCD display While the projector is busy initializing the display should show Please wait When finished initializing the display should show Standby mode 4 Check the LCD display for any warnings or errors LAMP Lamp Does Not Ignite 1 Is there an interlock failure Check the LCD display for an error If the other lamp has ignited and an image can be seen use the remote keypad and check the Status menu for any errors and for the Lamp door interlock status If not lamp has ignited use the Virtual OSD on the web interface to check these items The interlock failure could be an open lamp door or a failed lamp fan 2 Ifa DMD temperature is too high the lamp will not ignite Cool the projector and try again Ensure there is proper ventilation If an optional exhaust is used ensure it has adequate airflow Using the remote keypad or Virtual OSD as above check the lamp mode in the Lamp menu This may be set to a single lamp or dual lamp mode Check in the Status menu what the reported mode is 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 Lamp Suddenly Turns OFF 1 Check lamp power through the remote keypad checking the Lamp menu or from the web
16. i e Enable YNF in the global control YNF will be enabled Thereafter switch to a channel which does not use YNF the YNF filter will be removed or disabled Then change the global control the YNF filter will do whatever is requested last request 1s honored COLOR SPACE RGB Determines how the color components of an analog input signal are 2 YPbPr SDTV decoded for accurate color in the display Useful only for analog signals 3 YPbPr HDTV and certain digital sources Although color space for these analog signals is automatically determined by the projector You may wish to override this and manually set a specific color space FIGURE 3 28 COLOR SPACE NOTE For some signals the color space function is entirely automatic and the pull down list is disabled The current color space appears in the Image Settings menu Press to select a different option e Select RGB unless you are using component video e Select YPbPr Video with a standard definition televised signal SDTV e Select YPbPr HDTV with a high definition televised signal HDTV NOTE When certain RGB signals are first connected the projector may not recognize them as RGB and will incorrectly decode their color information as YPbPr video These signals can include RGB signals in NTSC PAL SECAM frequency ranges Scan doubled sync on green M Series User Manual 3 26 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE e Scan quadrupled sync on green
17. 1 Top Blank 0 2 Bottom Blank 0 3 Left Blank 0 4 Right Blank 0 No PIP blanking _ Example incoming image Ww EE z n unused pixels 1400 Example With Blanking Ww H 1400 1050 FIGURE 3 25 BLANKING OF A PRIMARY IMAGE PIP Blanking Active Input Window 720x483 1 Top Blank 0 2 Bottom Blank 0 3 Left Blank 30 4 Right Blank 0 Left PIP blanking Similar to a zoom function FIGURE 3 26 BLANKING OF A PIP IMAGE 3 4 2 Image Settings Menu Use the Image Settings menu to alter your main image without affecting its size or i il E x position Changes made are applied 3 Gamma 2 97 immediately and are saved when you exit 4 Yellow Notch Filter the menu press or vers Options not 3 Color Space available for the projector model or source 6 Video Options gt are disabled and appear dim gray Fidi si Settings CONTRAST Image Settings FIGURE 3 27 IMAGE SETTINGS MENU Contrast increases or decreases the perceived difference between light and dark areas of your image 0 100 For best results keep close to 50 For best results start with a low value and increase so that M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 3 25 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation whites remain bright but are not distorted or tinted and that light areas do not become white NOTE f the environ
18. 3 50 5 0 llap Switching e PIP Menus p SEO M 3 51 E o EC 3 53 SM Med CRI 3 54 2 9 DUsims Multiple Projectors erea TE E 3 55 3 10 Remote ControLor the Proj eCor use dee re pU pb a ba Mu dad 3 58 scq Adarm C Ond NON o eset iere iee eerte tud issu toii aetna et coer a o teks inn to b iiu eo Gate Eales 3 59 M Series User Manual i 020 100009 01 Rev 1 7 08 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 Maintenance d latepty Warmnes and Galde line Senari Putus te oo Sultuc c uut o toti uo di uua Dod oc ec Cad 4 2 AENEA Men ald Le CAL OMS NS E E DLE 4 2 KEZ AC PONCUPICCOUIONS aes iium bt oM etse mites tib eod 4 3 2 15 IDEE OD Seal edet bach aaloa sade tashoes E 4 3 4 2 Maintenance ot the Coolins Systems ioi HE ea le b db HE bee ID dud 4 4 AD ok EEE d o EE E T E E N EE E E E E 4 4 2 2 2 pBOonal E ETS 35 eret cta Oa a aT 4 4 45 Maimitenanceor OPIC onon a T E E 4 5 4 Opal Excluding LENS 25e net noe ntn nimue d e am et En ELTE 4 5 4 3 2 leanme tlie EeHls aseo acies e toe aote ne doces e toos du ttov iouis Lomo dedu ud 4 6 d Tee PACING le DR DB oe eee te eorteniell atas onde AES ta tesiunsi Eo Dea eset EAE EE eret E Eid 4 6 5 Troubleshooting SNO INR TUR 5 2 Sect Projector Does Not Power ONG beo abate e Maie hee on tls 5 2 ERA ET 6 DENEN RE E nmm 5 2 20 d Lamp Does NOLON reiese a eoa UR Sue Eee re Ee pias suere bna UN Sorsacu ee ene 5 2 5 22 Wamp suddenly Tuts ODE E E eI 5 2
19. 5 2 2 Fhcker Shadows Or DIifmfiesS e eoe cuales eue ae Fette e eret etae ede aeaeaei 5 2 5 2 4 ERtELOC M Does NOtS Cem 10 WOK qiiem tet tatu m esie n tat ep d 5 3 Ds Sy OD p E M 5 3 3 3 1 Blank screen No Menu DISplaylt9 eot e edt pe odas qued heredi tuns 5 3 SAREMO Keypad esce I d MS MEN UEM MEM PM LER M MM ADEM 5 3 5 4 1 Remote Keypad Does Not Seem to Work ssssesesesssssesssssssssssssserereeeeesssssssssssssessreeee 5 3 Baas cet set that A E E E S 5 3 3 5 I The OSD Menu does Not display sirsenis a na ien tees 5 3 OEREN TN T T UM 5 4 5 6 1 Trouble Establishing Communication with Projector esses 5 4 SM DISPLAY MENT TER TES 5 4 5 7 1 The projector 1s on but there 18 no display sirisser iaie r 5 4 34152 5e VEO MO GON AT ACIS aeo enn E AE trenta epu Gea bordadu se tium Elio 5 4 5 7 3 Image Appears Squeezed or Vertically Stretched into Center of Screen 5 4 5 7 4 The Display is Jittery or Unstable seieren oo EE 5 5 2 75 The Display is Fait sio aedi et SERRE Feds be asd bated dal diesel Las ded 5 5 5 7 6 The Upper Portion of the Display is Waving Tearing or Jittering cceeeeee 5 5 5 7 7 Portions of the Display are Cut OFF or Warped to the Opposite edge 5 5 5 7 8 Display Appears Compressed Vertically Stretched sess 5 5 35 9 Data 18 Cropped WOME AGS aore ae r oe eR De D edinue 5 5 5 7 10 Display Qu
20. CNFG OOOIIIL Set pin 2 3 amp 4 configuration to output and pin 6 7 8 amp 9 to input GIO STAT 10xxxxx Set pin 2 to high pin 3 to low and the state of all other pins unchanged Query Command GIO STAT Request the state of all pins GIO STAT 1001001 Reply of pin states 1 means pin is high 0 means pin is low GIO CNFG Request the configuration of all pins GIO CNFG IIIOOOO Reply of pin configurations pins 2 3 amp 4 are Inputs pins 6 7 6 amp 9 are Outputs NOTE 77e strings in the commands refer to pins 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 in order from left to right M Series User Manual A 3 020 100009 01 Rev 01 07 08
21. Enable Input Level Detector and display a continuous grayscale 2 Set Input Level Value to near black such as 200 M Series User Manual 3 49 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation 3 Adjust Offsets to minimize area of black stripe 4 Set Input Level Value to near white such as 800 5 Adjust Gains to minimize area of white stripe INPUT LEVEL VALUE Input Level Value defines the value to be used by the Input Level Detector in recognizing blacks and whites See Input Level Detector above ASPECT RATIO OVERLAY Check this box to display an overlay pattern over the image The overlay shows the boxes correspond ing to the size and shape of different aspect ratios 3 6 WORKING WITH PIP OR INPUT SWITCHING PIP and Input Switching are independent but related projector features that both utilize two image processing paths within the projector In the case of PIP this double processing enables you to display two different images simultaneously typically a smaller secondary image within a large primary background In an input switch the double processing occurs between displays so that a full image relayed from one source can smoothly transform into a full image from another source This change can be instantaneous or slowed so that the current image appears to dissolve or fade into the new image Options for enabling and controlling PIP and Input Switching reside in the
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23. Recommended for network administrators 1 IP Address only 2 Port 3002 3 Subnet Mask AS 4 Gateway P ADDRESS 5 Host Name Enter a valid and unique IP address for use on the 6 Domain Name 9 network to which the projector is currently connected T ArtNet Interface Settings This address will overwrite any previous IP address such as the projector s factory defined default It takes approximately 10 seconds for the projector to respond at its new address FIGURE 3 58 ETHERNET SETTINGS PORT On some Ethernet networks firewall restrictions may require that the port number of the projector be changed from its default of 3002 If so enter a new valid port number here It is highly recommended not to use a port below 1000 as these ports are typically reserved for and used by common IP applications M Series User Manual 3 43 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation SUBNET MASK Subnet Mask determines the subnet for the IP address and must be set manually DEFAULT GATEWAY This is the IP address of the gateway used to reach any non local IP addresses it must be set manually ARTNET INTERFACE SETTINGS ArtNet is an Ethernet communication protocol that was developed by Artistic License It is used for controlling lighting staging equipment from a lighting console or PC application It is based on the popular DMX512 control protocol e ARTNET SUBNET
24. a color gamut 4 Select Color Adjustment User2 m 1 e color adjustment Controls in this menu define 6521 the precise hue of each primary color component red Een d Space r M green blue and white used to generate the millions of Red Y 0 341 colors produced in displays The x y coordinates for 5 Green X 0332 each color define its location on the standard CIE 6 Green Y T 0 575 chromaticity graph see Figure 3 61 CIE 1931 T Blue 9 0 144 m 8 Blue Y 0 093 Chromaticity Diagram without Yellow Notch Filter 9 White X 0 20 Changing either or both of these numbers will change 10 White Y 0 330 the hue of the color and relocate the triangle for ik Haie iae ion a Auto Color Enable possible colors For example changing the x y 13 Color Enable 9 Rd coordinates for red may move the color closer to orange 14 Copy From Max Drives v or closer to violet which will in turn affect all displayed colors having a red component Adjust the slide bars or FIGURE 3 60 COLOR ADJUSTMENTS BY X Y 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 Factory Defined User Defined FIGURE 3 61 CIE 1931 CHROMATICITY DIAGRAM WITHOUT YELLOW NOTCH FILTER NOTE Keep new x y coordinates within the original color gamut t
25. adjusting individual black levels and input drives until both black and white edges are just visible and distinguished from neighboring pixels Images from this source will then display correct blacks and whites without crushing See Figure 3 37 Adjusting Input Levels Using the Peak Detector RED EXAMPLE SHOWN l Display a 16 level grayscale test 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 or extreme crushing 2 Display one primary color NOTE Select Auto Color Enable to ensure the correct color is displayed for each setting 3 For the current color adjust its corresponding Black level slide bar just until a single band of black appears at one edge of the screen This band represents the first band of the grayscale pattern which should be 100 black 4 With the same color still active adjust its corresponding Input Drive slide bar just until a single band of color appears at the opposite edge of the screen This band represents the last band of the grayscale pattern which should be 100 white or the current color if a certain color is enabled 5 Check the black band and adjust the black level slide bar if necessary NOTE Adjusting the black levels affects the gain Only adjust when necessary 6 Repeat Steps 3 5 with the two remaining primary colors When each
26. amount of space for the projector For more information contact your dealer A use only the CHRISTIE approved ceiling mount kit designed for your projector Refer to the installation instructions and safety guidelines provided in the kit SPECIAL MOUNTING The projector can also be rotated front to back up to 360 degrees and fixed in a rotated position without affecting performance However the side to side tilt limit of the projector must not exceed 15 degrees to ensure optimal performance of the projector Adjusting Projector Height Tilt ADJUSTING HEIGHT You can modify the height of the projector to remedy a slightly uneven mounting surface by adjusting the three feet threaded into the bottom chassis Turn each foot clock wise or counter clockwise until the projector is level on all sides The front feet are adjusted by turning the collar see Figure 2 11 Front Foot The front feet do not rotate when adjusted The rear foot is adjusted by turning the entire foot see Figure 2 12 Rear Foot FIGURE 2 11 FRoNT FooT FIGURE 2 12 REAR FOOT M Series User Manual 2 17 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup ADJUSTING TILT 1 Before adjusting tilt ensure the projector is centered NOTE Check with site personnel for the degree of screen tilt or measure this incline with a protractor at the screen 2 Then tilt the projector to closely match the screen tilt angle by extending or retr
27. and interfere with the overall effect As a rule be no closer than 1 5 times the width of the screen 2 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting THROW DISTANCE Throw distance is the distance measured from your projector s front feet to the screen This calculation determines if there is enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if the image will be of the right size for your screen To estimate the throw distance take the horizontal width of the screen and multiply it by the lens throw ratio The result determines approximately the distance the projector should be positioned from the screen to project a focused image large enough to fill the screen For example using a 0 73 1 lens throw distance would roughly be 0 73 x screen width IM PORTANT Use the lens and screen size to calculate the precise throw distance using the tables provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website PN 020 100221 XX Due to lens manufactur ing tolerances for lens focal length actual throw distance can vary 5 between lenses with the same nominal throw ratio Measured to center of projector s front feet FIGURE 2 8 THROW DISTANCE M Series User Manual 2 11 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL POSITION The correct vertical and horizontal position of the projector in relation to the screen depends on the lens type and the screen size Ideally the proj
28. any slot PIP e Turn picture in picture ON or OFF Menu Display menus Arrow Keys Adjust a setting up or down Navigate within a menu Channel Select channel setup Laser Activate laser pointer at front of keypad Gamma Adjust mid range levels Number Keys e Enter a number such as channel value etc NOTE Can be set to select inputs if desired Nelp Display context sensitive help toggle TOGGLE KEYS Laser Pointer Status LED Activated when Laser pressed Shutter Open or close the shutter Auto Optimize image automatically Lens Functions Use and gt keys to adjust parameters OSD Use to hide or show menus Press OSDW to turn Off Swap e Swaps the Main and PIP image Exit e Return to previous menu level or exits menus if at top level Enter Select a highlighted menu item change or accept a value Projector Select a projector in multi projector installations Bright Adjust amount of light in image Contrast Adjust difference between light dark Func Enter special code such as color enabling or enter for a negative numeric value 10 e Enter 0 digit in a numeric field or add 10 to subsequent number for a menu selection of 10 or more Press and hold to toggle or press twice to toggle or press and release followed by AON or WOFF M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 FIGURE 3 1 REMOTE
29. cards to be inserted The input cards are hot swappable i e they may be plugged in and out while the projector is running The image processor should only be replaced when the projector is off or when it 1s in standby mode There are 5 option Input cards available High Definition Multimedia Interface Twin HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface e Analog BNC e Dual SD HD SDI Serial Digital Interface Dual Link DVI Video Decoder These cards slide into the option slots shown in Figure 2 24 Input Panel The option cards can be used in any slot One or more of the option slots may be used with any combination of option cards including multiples of the same card type There may be up to 2 active inputs being displayed at any time either from one card or from 2 cards These 2 inputs can be routed to outputs or to the main or PIP video image LEDS LEDs are located on the faceplate of each input card and indicate the following Power ON Green e Signal Valid Green e Signal Invalid OFF TWIN HDMI INPUT CARD This card accepts one or two HDMI inputs and can route one or both inputs to the card s outputs There are 5 LEDs on the module faceplate The PWR on the left side indicates power is applied and that the card is initialized To the right side of the corresponding connectors indicate that a valid signal is detected NOTE Refer to 6 Specifications for more details Twin HDMI Input 108 311101 01 Oe 9 e 2 2
30. change detection Automatic calibration on power up Manual calibration lt 10 secs when required 3 point 4 degrees adjustment and lockable without removing covers 10 sec nominal depends on lens type 5 sec nominal depends on lens type Manual over ride permissible for zoom and focus Reverse Telecentric Internal focus Motorized zoom and focus with position feedback Lens ILS 0 73 1SX 0 67 1HD Lens ILS 1 25 1 6SX 1 16 1 49HD Lens ILS 1 5 2 0SX 1 4 1 8HD Lens ILS 2 0 2 8SX 1 8 2 6HD Lens ILS 2 8 4 5SX 2 6 4 1HD Lens ILS 4 5 7 5SX 4 1 6 9HD Lens ILS 7 5 11 2SX 6 9 10 4HD Lens ILS 1 2SX 1 1HD Lens ILS 1 2SX 1 1HD SFL Easy Rider type HD lenses with motor and mount change Clamp type tool less mount with built in connector Each lens type is encoded with a unique ID code that is identified in the projector Scene controlled motorized iris automatically adjusts to image content 20 Hz Within ambient noise level of projector Configurable per channel 6 6 CHAKISTIE 6 2 7 Automatic Fans Temperature sensitive fan speed control Standby Temperature range for variable fan speed Transition steps 6 2 8 Automatic Color Filtering Motorized yellow notch filter 6 2 9 Constant Lamp Output Management LiteLOC 6 2 10 Shutter Open Closed Activation 6 2 11 Lamps Dual Mercury lamp system M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Fans automatically adjust to required speed to
31. copy x y values into all projector menus FIGURE 3 73 COPY X Y VALUES INTO ALL PROJECTORS 6 To match reds decrease Red X until full field red screens match To match greens decrease Green Y until full field green screens match To match blues increase both Blue X and Blue Y until full field blue screens match NOTE For speed enable the Auto Color Enable checkbox Each color coordinate you select will then automatically trigger a full field display of the corresponding color Alternatively use the Color Saturation menu for these adjustments or to fine tune In each projector judge by eye and adjust x y coordinates slightly in the following manner Color Adjustments by X Y 1 Select Color Adjustment User 2 2 6521 3 RedX 0 655 oy Reduce Red X 4 RedY 0 344 E 5 Green X 0332 WE 6 Green Y 0 575 X Reduce Green Y 7 Blue X 0 144 E Increase Blue X 8 Blue Y 0093 lt andY 9 White X 0 320 E 10 White Y 0 330 WE 11 Yellow Notch Filter Z 12 Auto Color Enable lV 13 Color Enable Red Y 14 Copy From Max Drives v FIGURE 3 74 COLOR ADJUSTMENT These coordinate adjustments move the three color points closer together see below to establish a shared gamut attainable by all projectors in your group Adjust only as necessary to ensure that the resulting color palette is as large as possible When do
32. describe above and continue with matching of colors Color Adjustment Procedure Once the Color Primary Settings are calibrated for the site see above use the Color Adjustments by X Y or Color Saturation menu to further refine each projector s fundamental colors so that the hue and intensity of each color appears the same from one display to another Once matched you will have created a single new shared range of colors or color gamut that all of your projectors can produce This palette named User 1 2 3 or 4 can be applied or disabled for a source at any time throughout a bank of adjacent displays simplifying both the setup and maintenance of a seamless wall M Series User Manual 3 55 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 3 Operation CHRISTIE 3 56 Set up and optimize all 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 edges Assign projector numbers to make communications easier Use desired keypad Use the same lamp mode for all projectors and do the following e Set Select Color Adjustment to Max Drives Display a full white test pattern e Adjust lamp power and Optical Aperture until adjacent white fields appear the same brightness Display the Color Adjustments by X Y menus for all projectors Each menu shows the x y coordinates defining the Max Drives col
33. either of these connectors not both and control the projector remotely by entering specific serial communication commands refer to 3 Operation System Configuration Communications on page 3 41 and the Serial Command document provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website PN 020 100224 XX M Series User Manual 2 22 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE 2 CONNECTING RS232 Two nine pin D sub connectors labeled RS232 IN and RS232 OUT on the input panel are dedicated to serial communication see Figure 2 18 Connecting RS232 Using the appropriate serial communication cables connect the controlling source such as a personal computer to the RS232 IN connector Set the projector baud rate to match that of the computer Refer to Section 3 Operation for details on changing the projector s baud rate RS232 IN GPIO hess C 3 Ethernet USB 9 pin D style Connector To computer FIGURE 2 18 CONNECTING RS232 3 CONNECTING RS422 To control the projector with a computer or other controlling device with RS422 capability connect a RS422 serial communication cable between the controlling device and the RS422 port on the projector see Figure 2 19 Connecting RS422 RS422 is better suited than RS232 for serial communication over distances greater than 50 feet Use the RS422 port only if your device had RS422 capability always consult the literature provided with your equipment before connecting
34. interfacing a wide range of external I O devices to the projector There are 7 GIO pins available on the 9pin D Sub GPIO connector which are configurable via RS232 commands The other two pins are reserved for ground and power see table below for pin identification Table A 1 GPIO Pin GPIO PINS PIN SIGNAL wr eros CHEISTIE FIGURE A 1 GPIO CONNECTOR The serial cable required for connecting the external device to the projector s GPIO connector must be compatible with the external device Configuring the GPIO The GPIO connector 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 Configure the pin as an input if you want the projector to respond to something the device does and as an output if you wnat the external device to respond to an action taken by the projector For example configure the pin as an output if you want the lighting in a room to automatically dim when the projector is turned on M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 01 07 08 By using the GIO command you can also set the state of each pin as high or low By default the state of each pin is high The voltage applied to pins in the high state is 3 3V Example 1 Turn room lighting on when the projector is turned off Assumes a control automation unit is configured to turn the lights on when pin 2 of its input goes high GIO
35. lamp 1267 W dual lamp 805 W single lamp 1135 W dual lamp 739 W single lamp 871 W dual lamp 607 W single lamp 739 W dual lamp 541 W single lamp 1320 W dual lamp 831 W single lamp 1267 W dual lamp 805 W single lamp 1135 W dual lamp 739 W single lamp 871 W dual lamp 607 W single lamp 739 W dual lamp 541 W single lamp 13 2 A dual lamp 8 3 A single lamp 12 7 A dual lamp 8 0 A single lamp 11 4 A dual lamp 7 4 A single lamp 8 7 A dual lamp 6 1 A single lamp 7 4 A dual lamp 5 4 A single lamp 13 2 A dual lamp 8 3 A single lamp 12 7 A dual lamp 8 0 A single lamp 11 4 A dual lamp 7 4 A single lamp 8 7 A dual lamp 6 1 A single lamp 7 4 A dual lamp 5 4 A single lamp 6 12 CHRISTIE 6 6 1 Lamp Specification Type Power 350 W HD 350 W SX 200 W HD 200 W SX 350W Lamp rated lamp life to 50 brightness 2 hrs on 15 min off duty cycle 200W Lamp rated lamp life to 50 brightness 2 hrs on 15 min off duty cycle Warn up time to full output Operating position 6 7 PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6 7 1 Size Maximum product dimensions L x W x H with lens removed Maximum shipping dimensions L x W x H 6 7 2 Adjustment Product Alignment 6 7 3 Weight Maximum product weight with lens removed Maximum shipping weight includes packaging 6 7 4 Operating Position Horizontal Inverted Rotation 6 7 5 Cosmetic
36. name each device Some ArtNet servers support device queries DEVICE DESCRIPTION More information that is returned when a device query has been done M Series User Manual 3 45 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation SYSTEM CONFIGURATION GEOMETRY AND COLOR In the Configuration menu select the Geometry Geometry and Color and Color submenu when you need to modify overall color performance and or image 1 Test Pattern Grid Y geometry for all sources 4 5 Color Adjustments by X Y gt PESE EAL TERN 6 Color Saturation d Choose the desired internal test pattern or select i 8 YNF OFF to turn off a test pattern Alternatively use the key for cycling through test patterns FIGURE 3 59 GEOMETRY AND COLOR e RESERVED No function COLOR ADJUSTMENTS BY X Y Enter known x y coordinates from the chromaticity graph NOTES 1 For defining or changing a User 1 2 3 1 Max Drives or 4 color performance or gamut Sometimes Predefined 2 Color Temperature Slidebar known as Comprehensive Color Adjustment 2 3 SD Video Factory defined primary color levels which ensure a gt 4 HD Video specific color performance from projector to 8 User 1 projector can be calibrated in the Service menu only X djustable 6 User2 The factory settings can be recovered with selection T User 3 of Reset to Factory Defaults in the Colo
37. on for the duration of the regeneration so that 24 7 operation may be maintained STATUS The read only Status menu lists a variety of details about the standard and optional components currently detected in the projector Refer to the Status menu for versions of hardware and software installed the type size of lamp the hours logged in total and for a specific period such as a rental period and for your projector model name and serial number In addition the Status menu identifies the current channel its location its frequencies and other details M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation 3 9 USING MULTIPLE PROJECTORS IMPORTANT When working with more than two projectors work left to right top to bottom When an installation requires multiple projectors use the RS232 serial ports to daisy chain the units together and control the group with a single keypad or a computer controller connected to the first projector In such a network you can choose to broadcast commands to the entire group or use the Poi key as desired to limit responses to an individual projector Alternatively you may want to add projectors to a hub on an Ethernet network See Figure 2 21 Mixed Network for full routing details 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 unifor
38. pixels 3 CHIP DLP NOTES 1 Offsets are subject to 7 centering tolerance 2 6 Offset of pixels of offset half horizontal panel resolution x 100 Table 2 4 Lens Type and Horizontal Offsets SXGA 1400 x 1050 pixels Lens Throw Ratio Fixed Zoom Lens Part Minimum Offset Number Left or Right of Lens Center CHRISTIE ILS LENS 0 73 1 SX 0 67 1 HD 0 95 3 CHIP EMEN 118 100110 XX 91 pixels DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 2 1 SX 1 1 1 HD 0 95 3 CHIP X 118 100117 XX 50 350 pixels DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 2 1 SX 1 1 1 HD SFL 0 95 3 X 118 101103 XX 50 350 pixels CHIP DLP M Series User Manual 2 15 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 25 1 6 1 SX 1 16 1 49 1 HD X 118 100111 XX 45 315 pixels 0 95 3 CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 5 2 0 1 SX 1 4 1 8 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100112 XX 50 350 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 2 0 2 8 1 SX 1 8 2 6 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100113 XX 50 350 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 2 8 4 5 1 SX 2 6 4 1 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100114 XX 50 350 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 4 5 7 5 1 SX 4 1 6 9 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100115 XX 50 350 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 7 5 11 2 1 SX 6 9 10 4 1 HD 0 95 X 118 100116 XX 50 350 pixels 3 CHIP DLP NOTES 1 Offsets are subject to 7 centering tolerance 2 Offset of pixels of offset half horizontal panel resolution x 100
39. property damage Allow the lamps to cool before handling or unplugging the projector Lamp replacement to be done by qualified service personnel consult User Manual or lamp kit for instructions A WARNING Never attempt to access the lamp while the lamp is ON After turning the lamp OFF it is crucial that you wait at least 10 minutes before handling the lamp This provides sufficient time for the lamp cooling fans to properly cool the lamp For all other precautions critical for safe removal and replacement of the lamp refer to 4 4 Replacing the Lamps M Series User Manual 4 3 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 4 Maintenance 4 2 4 2 1 4 2 2 MAINTENANCE OF THE COOLING SYSTEM The high intensity lamps and electronics rely on a properly functioning cooling system Regular maintenance of the cooling system is critical to prevent overheating and sudden projector failure and helps ensure reliable operation VENTILATION Vents and louvers in the projector covers provide ventilation both for intake and exhaust Never block or cover these openings Do not install the projector near a radiator or heat register or within an enclosure To ensure adequate airflow around the projector with a minimum clearance of 25cm 10 on the left right and rear sides of the projector from any walls or other obstructions NOTE Do not obstruct the air exchange to the projector OPTIONAL FILTERS Dust Air Filter CHECK Mont
40. pum rre MU MM NOME UN NUM e MENU LOCATION Use the pull down list to choose a pre defined default or customized location for FIGURE 3 53 MENU PREFERENCES the display of all on screen menus To create a custom menu location 1 Choose a preset that is closest to the desired location 2 Adjust Horizontal Shift and Vertical Shift slide bars to move the menu to the desired location NOTE Avoid locations too close to a corner or edge to prevent cropping of larger menus HORIZONTAL SHIFT AND VERTICAL SHIFT Shift your menus as desired creating a customized menu location DISPLAY CHANNEL LIST Enter a checkmark to see a scrollable channel list whenever you press 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 feedback when using the key To hide the channel list and input dialog box while switching channels and sources during a presentation clear the checkbox NOTE The Channel List and input dialog box cannot be hidden during use of the menus DISPLAY SLIDE BARS Enter a checkmark to superimpose a small slide bar over the current image whenever an adjustable parameter is selected directly with a key such as or COD Tf Display Slide bars 1s unchecked these slide bars can still be accessed but will be hidden during adjustment This option does not affect slide bars in menus DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGES
41. room lightening Optical screens take light from the projector and redirect it to increase the light intensity at the front of 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 audience is situated within the viewing cone SCREEN SIZE Choose a screen size appropriate for your lens and application If the projector will be used to display text information the image size must allow the audience to recognize all text clearly The eye sees a letter clearly if eye to text distance 1s less than 150 times the height of the letter Small text located too far from the eye will be illegible at a distance no matter how sharply and clearly it 1s displayed To fill a screen with an image the aspect ratio of the screen should be equal to the aspect ratio of the image expressed as the ratio of its width to its height Standard video from a VCR has a 4 3 or 1 33 1 aspect ratio For example to display a VCR output with a 4 3 aspect ratio onto a 10 foot 3m high screen the width of the screen must be at least 13 3 feet 4m AMBIENT LIGHTING The high brightness of this projector is well suited for locations where ambient lighting might be considered less than ideal A typical room with ceiling lights and windows rarely requires special attention Contrast ratio in your images will be reduced if stray light directl
42. service guest guest Up to a maximum of 3 users can connect at any given time Two users can use the same account to log in Each user will see a different set of tabs The default passwords can be edited by an administrator or a M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Section 3 Operation service user in the Admin tab Guest users will not see this tab Basic operations of the projector can be controlled from this interface and the Virtual OSD can be accessed from here 3 11 ALARM CONDITIONS An alarm condition consists of a message that is on the LCD display located beside the built in keypad see Figure 3 76 Example of Alarm Condition There are two types of alarm conditions Warning Alarm and Critical Alarm A warning alarm is shown when an error or a non optimal condition has occurred That will generally not prevent the projector from operating An example is when a temperature is slightly elevated A critical alarm is shown when a condition occurs that could prevent the projector from operating and could cause damage to the projector This may cause the projector to shut down automatically An example would be a fan not running Both alarm types display e the item of alarm e the status of the item The item of the alarm can be either physical 1 e fan or sensor or the alarm can be a software issue i e lamp driver The LCD displays the status of the item and its units if applicable If the st
43. 1 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation 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 PIXEL PHASE NOTE Adjust Pixel Phase after Pixel Tracking Adjust pixel phase when the image usually from an RGB source still shows shimmer or noise after pixel tracking is optimized Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal Adjust the slide bar until the image stabilizes and each pixel is clearly defined You may notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point 1 e you may find that the image appearance at 11 is identical to the image appearance at 38 thus you can use either setting If some shimmer from a video or HDTV source persists use the Filter control to remove high frequency noise from the signal H POSITION Moves the image right or left within the area of available pixels NOTE 77e value shown represents where the approximate center of the image lies in relation to the total number of pixels available horizontally This varies widely according to the signal watch the image while adjusting V POSITION Moves the image up or down within the area of available pixels NOTE 77e value shown represents where the approximate center of the image lies in relation to the total number of pixel
44. 6 8 Reliability and Serviceability eese 6 14 DS MIRE Ha DIMMs sco been o a IINE HM Nen e M MAI E UE 6 14 0 5 2 ELV IC C ADIIT aceti ee iae toO Modul d ood ePi Itane TM ode buda ptc deste whee dala 6 14 6 9 En OMNIS BE Go aes tiae Mutua EE qud vugtusiquiun niacin e ud iude EAE de iacu e UE Meu ud 6 14 6 9 1 Temperature ELunmmdtty A THUQ oe oco oo E PEE RERO RU ba o eoe 6 14 6 10 Accessories and Service Components a siio tit uo ee eb oa ette o KENE Eae Ee enel 6 14 6 T0 T Sery Ce COMPONENTS soeben et aoa ee ee 6 15 OLERE SGIO Vesan i Dette racer eti Dundee nesses tat emn dum rubens 6 15 Appendix GPIO PFO PIOREO See een ee er E eae E ee ee eee A 2 M Series User Manual iv 020 100009 01 Rev 1 7 08 CHRISTIE 1 Introduction This Manual applies to the M Series projector Read this manual in its entirety and understand all warnings and precautions before attempting to operate the projector e 1 1 Using this Manual e 1 2 Purchase Record and Service Contacts e 1 3 Projector Overview 1 4 Other Components Disclaimer Every effort has been made to ensure the information in this document is accurate and reliable However 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 as required M Series User Manual 1 1 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 1 Introduction 1 1 USI
45. Air Filters Optional Filter media types Filter access 6 2 3 Dust Sealing Dust sealed DMDs Dust sealed illumination system M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 0 bright 1 dark 0 bright 0 dark 0 bright 2 dark non adjacent No visible artifacts with observer at 1 full screen height from image 5 of vertical offset 32 pixels 5 of vertical offset 26 pixels Right side of projector Hot lamp exhaust rear of projector Cool light engine exhaust left side of projector Coarse foam filter Fog filter Service interchangeable via access panel Gasket sealed Sealed from lamp input to entrance face of prism when lamps are installed 6 5 CHAISTIE 6 2 4 ILS Intelligent Lens System Motorized lenses and lens mount with position encoding Accuracy Manual control Calibration User Configurable Calibration Modes Calibration time Bore sight Travel time stop to stop Zoom and Focus Offsets Manual Lens Movement 6 2 5 Projection Lens Compatibility Lens type Lens throw ratio Compatibility Lens change out Lens ID 6 2 6 Dynamic Iris Motorized iris with position feedback Max frequency open close open Sound level M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 6 Specifications Zoom focus horizontal and vertical offsets 2 pixel 1 3 pixel fine movement control per button press on any applicable User Interface e g remote Automatic calibration on lens
46. CHAISTIE Section 6 Specifications 6 1 10 Convergence Convergence zones A B C are as defined in Figure 2 Zone A has a diameter of 4 of the image height Zone B has a diameter of full image height All specified convergence errors are between any two colors after a minimum warm up up of 30 minutes Convergence is specified with a 1 4 1 8 HD lens part number 118 100112 01 in the 1 4 1 position with zero offset Bore sight alignment must be adjusted for zero angular error Note convergence error includes the effects of lateral color in the projection lens 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 Area 6 1 11 Blemishes Blemishes are to be observed at 1 full screen height distance from the image for a period of 30 seconds Screen size 10 foot wide for 350W models 8 foot wide for 200W models Blemishes are defined as per TI Specification 2506811 Red screen No blemishes Green screen No blemishes Blue screen No blemishes White screen No blemishes Black screen No blemishes M Series User Manual 6 4 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAKISTIE 6 1 12 Pixel Defects Red Green Blue 6 1 13 Image Artifacts Evaluate on multi burst or fine grid test pattern 6 1 14 Picture Centering 1080p centering error SXGA centering error 6 2 FEATURE SET 6 2 1 Airflow Air intakes Air exhaust 6 2 2
47. CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 7 5 11 2 1 SX 6 9 10 4 1 HD 0 95 X 118 100116 XX 100 525 pixels 3 CHIP DLP NOTES 1 Offsets are subject to 7 centering tolerance 2 Offset of pixels of offset half vertical panel resolution x 100 M Series User Manual 2 13 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 2 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE Examples of Vertical Offset SXGA pixels represented Where Shaded area projected image Area within solid line projected image area with no offset applied 1 In this example no offset is applied Half of the image appears above lens center and half of the image appears below 525 pixels above lens center 0 Offset 525 pixels below lens center 2 n this example 100 offset is applied therefore all of the image appears above lens center 1050 pixels of display above lens center OR 525 pixels of shift above lens center 100 Offset 3 In this example 75 offset is applied therefore 7 8 or 8896 of the projected image 7596 Offset appears above lens center 379 pIXE S Of Glapiay 75 Offset 394 525 100 above lens center OR 394 pixels of shift above lens center 131 pixels of display below lens center FIGURE 2 9 VERTICAL OFFSET EXAMPLES M Series User Manual 2 14 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHEIISTIE The horizontal position of the image can also be offset that is moved to the left or right of optical cen
48. Channel NOTES 1 The current channel is 1 highlighted in the channel list or if Main Channel 01 EDD esac the current channel is hidden the 01 1 2 iSVid 15 73kHz i59 94 Hz Move nightighted and first channel in the list is highlighted 02 41 pDig 33 72kHz p29 07 Hz di 2 Channels created automatically do A A A A anne ignal Horizontal Vertical not appear in the channel list unless siot PP Frequency Frequency o i Interlaced a parameter for the channel has been Input p Progressive changed FIGURE 3 11 UsiNG A CHANNEL 3 3 1 Channel Setup Menu All available channels are listed in the Channel Setup menu which describes how each channel can be accessed and provides access for editing copying and deleting channels Press from the presentation level to display the Main menu To display the Channel Setup menu press 92 or move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and press The Channel Setup menu will appear see sample below Channel Setup Appears in Chan list 01 E A 12 iSVid 15 73kHz i59 94 Hz A Auto source 02 E A 44 pDig 33 72kHz p29 07 Hz Locked A A Slot Input Signal Horizontal Vertical Type Frequency Frequency Channel Setup Icons i Interlaced p Progressive An unlocked auto source that appears in the channel list A locked auto source that appears in the channel list FIGURE 3 12 CHANNEL SETUP MENU M Series User Manual 3 16 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08
49. D LENS V When adjusting the image for focus zoom or horizontal and vertical positioning use the specific arrow keys COO or 4 C related to each function A small window will appear to indicate the type of adjustment taking place For example Use the Focus CO or O2 keys to improve image clarity as desired Use the Zoom CO or O2 keys to achieve a desired image size Use the Lens H COO or O2 keys to position the image horizontally Use the Lens V 4 or C keys to position the image vertically Press to return to a presentation level Lens NOTE U5se the key built in keypad with the general CO CO keys to get the same effect as if using the arrow keys related to Lens V or Lens H on the Remote Keypad All 4 lens settings can be adjusted by using the soft keys 79 LASER Press to activate the laser pointer on the remote Point the CAUTION remote at the screen to highlight an area of your presentation LASER RADIATION NOTE Leave batteries in the wired remote keypad for the c9 DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM key to work LASER DIODE Wavelength 670nm Max Output 1mW CLASS Il LASER PRODUCT 3 2 NAVIGATING THE MENUS Main Menu MAIN MENU 1 Size and Position d n 2 Image Settings gt Most of the projector controls are accessed from within 3 Channel Setup the projector s menu system There are several groups of 4 Configuration gt related functions with each group selectable from
50. DCT based compression processing FIGURE 3 43 NOISE REDUCTION SETTINGS MOSQUITO NOISE REDUCTION Reduces mosquito artifacts around sharp edges in DCT based compression by dynamically adapting to image content M Series User Manual 3 34 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE SELECT COLOR ADJUSTMENT Select the output color adjustment most suited to this input signal The options include the following Max Drives All color adjustments are turned off Color Settings 4 Max Drives allowing the projector to 1 Select Color Adjustment Color Temperature gt cu TE 2 Color Temperature 6500 m Ideo run at maximum brightness p 4 HD Video 5 User 1 6 User 2 Color Temperature 7 User 3 8 User 4 Allows you to specify a color temperature between 3200 and 9300 based on the setting of the color temperature slidebar FIGURE 3 44 COLOR SETTINGS Expressed in degrees Kelvin 3200K 5400K etc Lower numbers appear reddish white and higher numbers appear bluish Standard settings are O 9300K is close to the white of many computer monitors J 6500K is the standard for color video in both standard and high definition forms J 5400K is a standard for graphics and black and white video o 3200K is useful if the projected image is to be filmed or shot as part of a studio set illuminated with incandescent lights For all color temperatures the color primaries red green and blue are unchanged and reflect the nativ
51. DVANCED IMAGE SETTINGS Use the Advanced Image Settings submenu to make the adjustments necessary for lesser used but more specialized applications on your projector GAMMA SETTINGS These controls apply a default video graphics or simple gamma table or curve to your images controlling the intensity of mid level colors and producing maximum contrast brightness and color performance As shown at right the graphics curve is a modified power curve that will show more detail in darker areas of the projected content while the video curve has a linear segment near black to compensate for increased black levels typical of M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 White Red Green Blue Yellow Cyan T Magenta FIGURE 3 38 COLOR ENABLE Cc C coh Advanced Image Settings Gamma Settings Detail Settings Noise Reduction Settings Color Settings Dynamic lris or WN vvvvy Nw FIGURE 3 39 ADVANCED IMAGE SETTINGS Has standard linear rise near black Output Intensity Output Intensity Signal Input Level Signal Input Level FIGURE 3 40 GAMMA CURVE CHRISTIE video signals A simple gamma curve is a true power curve that does not alter th
52. ER LAMPS MAY EXPLODE POSSIBLE BODILY HARM OR DEATH The lamps are under pressure and may explode causing physical injury and or property damage Allow the lamps to cool before handling or unplugging the projector Lamp replacement to be done by qualified service personnel consult User Manual or lamp kit for instructions 1 To turn off lamp Turn off the lamp by a lamp OFF command or by opening the lamp door NOTE The lamp will turn off automatically when the lamp door is open 2 To open the lamp door Remove Screw Using a Phillips screwdriver turn the 1 captive screw on the lamp door counter clockwise to access the lamp compartment NOTE When the door is open the lamp will shut off 3 Wait Wait at least 10 minutes before handling the lamp to allow the lamps to cool FIGURE 4 2 REPLACE LAMP M Series User Manual 4 6 020 100009 01 Rev 1 July 15 2008 CHRISTIE 4 Remove the old lamp a Unscrew the 3 captive screws securing the lamp using a 1 Phillips screwdriver b Carefully remove the lamp from the projector Place the old lamp in a location where it cannot fall or be bumped A WARNING Handle lamps with extreme caution Dispose of lamps according to safety regulations for your area S To use lamp OFF command a Inthe lamp menu select CHANGE LAMP This will prompt for the old lamp serial number if it was not previously entered b Enter the new lamp serial number NOTE This action is not mand
53. Feature Set e 6 3 Image Processor Performance 6 4 Input Source Signal Compatibility 6 5 Control Signal Compatibility 6 6 Power Requirements 6 7 Physical Specifications 6 8 Reliability and Serviceability e 6 9 Environment 6 10 Accessories and Service Components 6 11 Regulatory Due to continuing research specifications are subject to change without notice M Series User Manual 6 1 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE 6 1 IMAGE PERFORMANCE 6 1 1 Pixel Format 1080p H x V square pixels 1080p Imaging Device amp Configuration SXGA H x V square pixels SXGA Imaging Device amp Configuration 6 1 2 Brightness ANSI Lumens Projector Base Model 350W 1080p 350W SXGA 200 W 1080p 200W SXGA Section 6 Specifications 1920 x 1080 Dark Metal 4 DMD 3 chip 0 95 diagonal 1400 x 1050 Dark Metal 4 DMD 3 chip 0 95 diagonal Brightness loss 0 24 hours 10 maximum 6 1 3 Contrast ANSI 16 pt checker pattern on black screen Full field 9 pt average ON OFF with background light subtraction M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Lamp Nominal Power Brightness 370W 9500 350W 9100 300W 7700 370W 9435 350W 9050 300W 7600 200W 5100 150W 3800 200W 5000 150W 3700 450 1 min 650 1 nominal 2000 1 min full open aperture 2500 1 nominal full open aperture 5000 1 min with dynamic aperture 10000 1 nominal with dynamic aperture 6 2 CHRIS
54. GURE 3 50 LENS SETTINGS MANUAL ZOOM FOCUS When this control is selected the holding current is removed from the zoom and focus motors so that they can be changed manually NOTE Zoom and Focus should not be adjusted manually when this control is not selected as this will result in damage to the motors MANUAL LENS CALIBRATION The lens calibration procedure is needed each time a new lens is installed in order for the ILS feature to perform reliably This procedure calibrates horizontal vertical focus and zoom offset movements AUTO LENS CALIBRATION Check this box to prompt for a lens calibration each time a lens is inserted The user will always be prompted before starting the calibration e AUTO LENS RESET Check this box to initiate a Lens Reset procedure on every power up This is useful if the lens is subject to manual movement between power sessions LENS HOME POSITION Return the lens to the horizontal and vertical home position Focus and zoom are unaffected LENS STATUS This control displays the current lens calibration status M Series User Manual 3 38 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE POWER MANAGEMENT Power Management 1 LCD Backlight Always On v 1 AlwaysOn 2 LCD Backlight Timer 120 5 2 Always Off 3 LCD Backlight Level amp 25 s 3 Timer 4 Auto Power Up FIGURE 3 51 POWER M ANAGEMENT LCD BACKLIGHT The backlight for the LCD has 3 sta
55. KEYPAD 3 3 CHEISTIE Section 3 Operation WIRED REMOTE You can convert the remote keypad into a wired remote keypad using the cable provided with the projector Connect one end into the remote and the other to the XLR connector on the input panel labeled as wired keypad The wired remote 1s recommended when The built in keypad is inaccessible The lighting conditions are unsuitable for proper IR transmission NOTE Leave the batteries in the wired remote for the laser pointer key amp 9 to work BUILT IN KEYPAD LCD status display window Soft Keys Power Key Lens Key Menu Key Exit Key Arrow Key Help Key _ Shutter Shutter Key Auto Key Enter Key Input Key FIGURE 3 2 BUILT IN KEYPAD The built in keypad has a LCD status display window which displays all states of the keypad controls The LCD displays status information when the projector is powering up Warm up Lamp is warming up and when the projector is cooling down Cool down Lamp is cooling down The display shows the state of the keys menu structure and menu items Overview of LED and Key States The LED color of the keys indicates that the key is in one of these states Amber a functionality is available which will affect the displayed image of the projector Blue a functionality that is relevant to the built in LCD only and will not affect the displayed image from the projector Off the key is disabled in the current context
56. LED will blink regardless if any command is executed If the LED does not blink restart the projector 3 Ensure the remote keypad is enabled If the projector is powered using the built in keypad open the OSD menu and go to the Main Menu gt Configuration gt Communication submenu and check the checkboxes for Front IR Enabled and Rear IR Enabled are checked Enable them if they were disabled and try again 4 Projector is busy If the projector is busy in a warm up mode or in a cool down mode the commands from the remote keypad may be ignored Wait until the projector reaches a stable state Power ON or Stand By and try again 5 Press the PROJ key on the remote keypad If this brings up a pop up box on the OSD ensure that the checkbox is marked to enable the projector 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 5 5 OSD 5 5 1 The OSD Menu does not display 1 Using the LCD ensure that OSD Menu is enabled scroll down until the item OSD is displayed LCD read OSD off press and hold the OSD soft key on the built in keypad The LCD will read OSD on and press Menu key OR M Series User Manual 5 3 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 5 Troubleshooting CHKISTIE 5 6 5 6 1 5 7 5 7 1 5 7 2 5 7 3 5 4 2 Press and hold OSD key on the remote keypad for 2 3 seconds then press the Menu key on
57. NG THIS MANUAL USERS OPERATORS This manual is intended for trained users operating professional high brightness projection systems Such users may also be trained to replace the lamp and air filter but cannot install the projector or perform any service functions on the M Series projector SERVICE Only trained and qualified Christie service technicians knowledgeable about all potential hazards associated with high voltage ultraviolet exposure and high temperatures generated by the lamp and associated circuits are authorized to 1 assemble install the projector and 2 perform service functions inside the projector 1 1 1 Labels and Markings Observe and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector Ay The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle indicates a warning and refers to related operating maintenance instructions in the User Manual A The lightning flash and arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle indicates non insulated dangerous voltage within the projector s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock 1 1 2 Typographical Notations The following notations are used throughout this manual Keypad commands and PC keystrokes appear in bold small caps such as POWER INPUT ENTER etc References to specific areas of the document appear italicized and underlined When viewed online the text appears in blue indicating a direct link to that section For example
58. P or Input Switching e 3 7 Lamp e 3 8 Status e 3 9 Using Multiple Projectors e 3 10 Remote Control of the Projector e 3 11 Alarm Conditions M Series User Manual 3 1 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation 3 1 A WARNING Refer to Safety Warnings and Guidelines in Section 4 USING THE REMOTE KEYPAD OR BUILT IN KEYPAD The projector is typically controlled using one of the following keypads Remote Keypad for wired or wireless control up to 25 feet 8m away includes cable for use as a wired remote see Figure 3 1 Remote Keypad Built in Keypad located at the side of the projector see Figure 3 2 Built In Keypad While each of the keypads provides complete control of the projector they differ slightly in their arrangement of keys and in what functions can be accessed directly with a key press rather than requiring use of the menu system You may find one keypad more convenient than another for your specific installation and application GUIDE TO KEYPADS Keep in mind the following guidelines Press keys one at a time there are no simultaneous key combinations required NOTE Power W Shutter and OSD function by press and hold 2 seconds press twice quickly or press key and up arrow to switch on or press key and down arrow to switch off see Figure 3 1 Remote Keypad Hold arrow keys down for continuous adjustment movement in one direction In serial networks pause briefly be
59. POSITION Most controls in the PIP Size and Position menu adjust the PIP secondary image in the same fashion as their counterparts in the main Size and Position menu POSITION PRESETS Set the location of the PIP secondary image in the display PIP BLANKING PIP IMAGE SETTINGS The controls adjust the PIP secondary image in the same fashion as their counter parts in the main Image Settings menu Refer to Image Settings Menu for details of 1 Contrast to 7 Advanced Image Settings PIP BOARDER WIDTH Enables the optional border around the PIP PIP Advanced Image Settings CHRISTIE PIP Size and Position Position Presets 9 Bottom Right Y PIP Size 0 729 1 Vertical Stretch 1 090 mam Pixel Track 858 mum Pixel Phase 0 PIP H Position 360 PIP V Position 262 1 2 3 4 9 6 7 8 PIP Blanking gt FIGURE 3 65 PIP SIZE AND POSITION 1 Top Left 2 Top Right gt 3 Bottom Righ 4 Bottom Left FIGURE 3 66 POSITION PRESETS PIP Blanking Active Input Window 720x483 1 Top Blank 0 2 Bottom Blank 0 3 Left Blank 0 4 Right Blank 0 FIGURE 3 67 PIP BLANKING PIP Image Settings 1 Contrast 50 0 2 Brightness 90 0 3 Gamma 2 27 m 4 Color Space YPbPr HDTV v 5 PIP Video Options gt 6 PIP Input Levels gt 7 FIGURE 3 68 PIP IMAGE SETTINGS image When enabled a one pixel wide border will surround the PIP image When d
60. S There are numerous air vents located around the projector It is important these vents remain unobstructed Adequate airflow through the projector will prevent it from overheating KENSINGTON LOCK ATTACHMENT Located at the rear of the projector to the left of the AC receptacle is a Kensington lock attachment point This provides the ability to secure the projector against possible theft LAMP DOOR The lamp doors are located at the side of the projector which provides easy access to the lamp module for replacement Refer to Section 4 4 Replacing the Lamps The lamp doors are fitted with safety interlocks which switch the lamp off when the door is opened The lamp doors are provided with clear windows to indicate when the lamps are on FRONT IR SENSOR BUILT IN COOLING s KEYPAD INTAKE AIR gt VENTS COOLING EXHAUST AIR PROJECTION VENT Bi MILL T ADJUSTABLE FOOT FIGURE 2 5 ABOUT THE PROJECTOR FRONT VIEW M Series User Manual 2 7 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup 2 2 2 FRONT amp REAR IR SENSORS The two IR sensors located on the projector receive transmissions from the IR remote from up to 100 feet away It is important to keep the transmission path to these sensors unobstructed for uninterrupted communications with the projector The rear IR sensor is located at the back of the projector between the status LEDs and the front IR sensor is located n
61. Seamless switching with switch time less than 1 second single image processor SIPC With sources that can output minimum blanking otherwise lower vertical rates Except Dual DVI input in dual link mode dual 8 bit input paths into 10 bit processing 6 4 INPUT SOURCE SIGNAL COMPATIBILITY 6 4 1 Analog Only Input Connectors Color spaces signal types A D conversion sampling clock range 6 4 2 Twin HDMI Input Connectors Color spaces signal types M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 5 female BNC 75 Ohm R Pr G Y B Pb H C V RGB YPbPr 10 bits 13 MHz 165MHz SIPC 300 MHz DIPC 2 independent HDMI inputs type A 2 loop out connectors type A RGB YCbCr 4 2 2 YCbCr 4 4 4 HDCP support HDMI 1 3 supported not including audio except 12 bit color dithered to 10 bits 16 bit color not supported 6 9 CHAISTIE 6 4 3 Dual Link DVI Input Connectors Color spaces signal types A D conversion Frequency 6 4 4 Video Decoder Input Connectors Color space Signal types Video Standards A D conversion Section 6 Specifications 1 dual link DVI I l analog 15 pin VGA HDCP support 10 bits for single link DVI input 8 bits for dual link DVI inputs 165 MPixel s analog 300 Mpix s Dual link DVI requires DIPC 2 S Video 4 pin miniature DIN 4 BNC 75 Ohm 2 independent decoder channels for PIP Composite video Component video SD and ED only S v
62. T va Te FIGURE 3 15 CHANNEL EDIT CHANNEL EDIT STEP 3 If desired review and or edit the following channel setups in the Channel Edit menu e NAME An alphanumeric label can be defined and or changed here Channel names can be up to 12 characters in length The default name is the horizontal and vertical sync frequencies e NUMBER A two digit channel number can be changed here NOTES 1 f you enter a channel number that already exists a dialog message appears indicating that this number is already in use assign a different channel number 2 You can define up to 99 channels SLOT 1 4 corresponding to which slot in the projector s input panel the source is connected e INPUT 1 6 corresponding to which input on the selected slot the source is connected to IN MENU If checked default except for automatically defined channels with unchanged parameters this defined channel will then appear in the list available when key 1s pressed If unchecked the channel must be accessed via on the keypad or via the Auto Source function NOTE On screen display of the channel list is an option that must be set in the Menu Preferences menu M Series User Manual 3 19 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation 3 4 e AUTO SOURCE If checked default the projector can automatically locate this channel when an incoming input signal matches If not checked the projector can locate the selected cha
63. TIE 3 8 3 54 e LAMP INTENSITY Adjust the lamp intensity to of full This value is used as a target value by the LiteLOC system to maintain constant intensity e YNF Refer to mage Settings Menu LAMP S N LAMP 1 and LAMP 2 Enter the serial number for the specified lamp This will apply the serial number to the current lamp statistics file It will not perform the archiving as done by the CHANGE LAMP function CHANGE LAMP Informs the projector that a lamp has been changed This allows the serial number of the new lamp to be entered Lamp serial numbers are used for keeping statistics on each lamp used in each lamp position Entering of serial numbers is optional but is recommended When using this function the statistics for the previous lamp will be archived and new statistics will be started for the new lamp If this function is not used statistics will be cumulative for both the new and old lamps combined LAMP REGENERATION START TIME To extend lamp life a lamp cannot operate continuously for more than 24 hours Every 24 hours each lamp has to switch off for a regeneration period by default a 15 minute period This option allows you to set the time of day hh mm ss that the lamps can switch off If operating with a specific single lamp the lamp will switch off and there will be no image for the duration of the regeneration If operating in Auto select single lamp mode the other lamp will be switched
64. TIE 6 1 4 Luminance Uniformity Dual lamp Full white ANSI 13 pt w o electronic corr Single lamp Full white ANSI 13 pt w o electronic corr Full white ANSI 13 pt w electronic corr Full black ANSI 13 pt 15 23 15 32 5 5 Negative uniformity shall be between 35 and 0 and positive uniformity shall be between 0 and 35 6 1 5 Color Uniformity Full white ANSI 13 pt Full black ANSI 13 pt 6 1 6 Color Primaries ANSI 9 point measurement without YNF Red Green Blue White ANSI 9 point measurement with YNF Red Green Blue 0 005 cluster on u v chart CIE 1976 0 075 cluster on u v chart CIE 1976 x y 0 665 025 0 335 025 0 343 040 0 640 040 0 145 020 0 050 025 0 300 050 0 300 050 X y 0 670 0 025 0 330 0 025 0 300 0 040 0 673 0 040 0 148 0 020 0 045 0 025 6 1 7 Gamma Default Gamma all points from 10 to 90 IRE Adjustable Gamma range 6 1 8 Grayscale Color Resolution Resolution 6 1 9 Color Temperature White Default CCT without YNF White YNF CCT with YNF activation electronically corrected Range of Adjustment Tracking deviation from normal over full range from 0 100 IRE Stability during rated lamp life M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 2 2 linear segment 1 0 to 3 0 10 bits non linear min Gamma encoded 7500 K 1000K 6500K 1000K 3200 K 9300 K 500 K max 500 K max 6 3
65. Table 1 3 M Series Projectors Model Name Part Number DS 6K M 118 013105 XX DS 10K M 118 014106 XX 1 3 2 How the Projector Works The projector accepts data graphics and video input signals for projection onto front or rear screens Light is generated by dual mercury lamps then modulated by three Digital Micro mirror Device DMD panels that provide digitized red green or blue color information Light from the ON pixels of each panel is reflected converged and then projected to the screen through a single front lens where all pixels are perfectly superimposed as a sharp full color image 1 4 OTHER COMPONENTS The items listed below are shipped with the projector Ensure you have received these items before using the projector IR remote keypad includes two 1 5V AA batteries and an XLR to mini stereo cable for conver sion to wired Line cord Warranty Card Lens Mount Security Screw M6x10mm long Qty 2 Lens Mount Security Screw 5mm Hex Qty 1 M Series User Manual 1 4 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHEISTIE 2 Installation and Setup This section explains how to install and setup the projector for delivery of superior image quality 2 1 Projector Quick Setup and Installation 2 2 Detailed Setup and Installation e 2 3 Connecting Sources M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 2 1 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup 2 1 PROJECTOR QUICK SETUP AND INSTALLATION The followin
66. This is the highest level address for a device Typically it is set to 0 e ARTNET UNIVERSE Each packet of data is broadcasted to all devices plugged into a universe up to 512 devices channels e ARTNET CHANNEL There are 512 channels per universe This control allows you to specify the starting channel for the projector e ARTNET ADVANCED MODE When this setting is enabled each projector listens for data on 64 channels starting with the base channel When advanced mode is not in use the projector only listens on 10 channels You can squeeze more devices per universe when the projector uses fewer channels Base Shutter 0 64 Open 65 192 No Action 193 255 Closed Base 1 Slider Lock 0 254 Locked 255 Unlocked Base 2 o ca o dmt EE CI EE CI Base 4 Lens Vertical 0 Lens Down 254 Stop 259 Lens Up M Series User Manual 3 44 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHEISTIE Base 5 Lens Horizontal 0 Lens Right 254 Stop 259 Lens Left Base 6 Lens Focus 0 Negative Focus 254 Stop 255 Positive Focus Base 7 Lens Zoom 0 Zoom Out 254 Stop 255 Zoom In Base 8 Power 0 Power Off 254 No Action 2395 Power On Functions are only active when the Slider Lock is set to Unlocked NOTE t is important the channels DO NOT overlap another device Example Projl_ Base 0 Projl Base 5 Proj Base 10 Proj Base 9 Proj3 Base 20 Proj3_ Base 11 DEVICE NAME This option is used to
67. Wide range video images should have content including white that extends to all edges of the image CHANNEL Select a specific source setup channel defined and stored in projector memory Once you enter a two digit channel number or if there 1s a list displayed highlight it and press the display will automatically change and update according to the numerous setup parameters defined for that channel NOTE 4 new channel is automatically created if you adjust an image from a new source NOTE Channel Ge key behavior during a presentation depends on whether or not the Display Channel List option is enabled in the Menu Preferences menu You can choose to use a scrollable list of channels when you presse or you may prefer to enter the desired channel number blind i e without on screen feedback See Menu Preferences ater in this section CJsLOT 1 2 3 4 Press to display the next active input on the card in the slot a INPUT Displays all inputs in all slots both active and inactive Scroll through the list to select an input for the main image Press Input again to show the list and select the picture in picture PIP image pip Turns PIP ON or OFF M Series User Manual 3 6 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE t SWAP Swaps the main and PIP images CONTRAST Changes the level of peak white in your images Use Om keys until you reach the desired level of contrast for best results start low an
68. acting the projector s 3 adjustable feet NOTE 1 For an ideal installation the lens surface should be centered and parallel to the screen this orientation helps to ensure optimized lens performance with minimal offset Choose a sturdy mounting surface that allows for this If this position is not possible such as when the projector is significantly higher than the center of the screen it is better to rely on offset rather than extra tilt 2 2 6 Basic Optical Alignment Only perform image alignment once the projector is fully assembled and powered up in its final location Basic image alignment ensures the image reflected from the DMDs 1s parallel to and well centered with the lens and screen This initial optical alignment is the foundation for optimizing images on the screen and must be completed before final boresight adjustments Before beginning ensure the projector is properly positioned relative to the screen BASIC OPTICAL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE 1 Display a test pattern Appropriate for analyzing image focus and geometry such as the framing test pattern showing the cross hair centered across the image Press the Test key on the remote keypad or use the built in keypad and press the soft key that displays Test on the LCD display 2 Course focus Do a quick preliminary focus and if available zoom adjustment with the primary lens Do not worry about consistency across the image at this point just center focus It is good pra
69. ality Appears to Drift from Good to Bad Bad to Good 5 5 o LT Display nds Suddenly BTOZGUJ estet evt basins D a tele vibe t D a oto ond 5 5 S 42 Colors amm the Display are Im ACC ate oues Evite e vt et roh PER d re om 5 6 5 7 13 Values in Color Saturation slide bars vary overtime esses 5 6 S qud Display is NOt Rectanpuldl oes cete ht etie cB saree A ET 5 6 M Series User Manual li 020 100009 01 Rev 1 7 08 TABLE OF CONTENTS Sos 9 Display 35S NOISY cx bharesat evict acta eet ied douse nde io tut bets nisi odiutu tnde Coiotuoe ti hue 5 6 6 Specifications 6 1 Image POrformiatioe ioter ioc tU E dus Less des e Eee eet Edu Een 6 2 Cl PICU EOPIIAE osten e diatessaron bote adul odi ant sa t pee pe aut f 6 2 6 1 2 Brighiiness CAINDLIDUtnels uutaseiped a cn ae tdE 6 2 DS DOC OBI dS ene en ee Ae eT enn eran e I er iut nut em Seater Me een err meen eee 6 2 el AT anna SW a Oy int aris eats dle naar eon dote mrt ob ean EE 6 3 OLS Color D ITOEEHLUS seo a E E 6 3 671 6 Color PEMEAN S aera Ob b bo en E stadt ob asd 6 3 PE ETAT 1 ene E E E E EA A O A A E E EEA A E E E 6 3 6 1 58 Cirayscale C olor ResoTUtOfi sete n eni nn E EE E 6 3 6 1 9 Color Termpetalufe oeron E E Dc in tc eue 6 3 D TOC ONV CS CIN CC rahe Sarre E dvaltdr nasi oue at tox EE 6 4 OL DT DIC MIS Sat echtede cence ot tenet dane tetto Do ttis Go no 6 4 ANPA eg bo DISP EEA RTL NENNEN EON 6 5 0 1 13 Image JXEtt3e S oobis S M Eddie i Mo CIAM od t
70. are correct 4 Ensure the proper channel for this source is being used Values in Color Saturation slide bars vary overtime 1 Once defined Color Saturation slide bar values fluctuate over time and will likely be different upon subsequent visits to this menu This is normal and should be ignored as these changes do not redefine the x y coordinates or color gamut Display is Not Rectangular 1 Check leveling of the projector Ensure the lens surface and screen are parallel to one another 2 Is the vertical offset correct Make the necessary adjustments to the vertical offset on the lens mount Display is Noisy 1 Display adjustment at the input source may be required Adjust pixel tracking phase and filter Noise is particularly common on YPbPr signals from a DVD player 2 Ensure the video input is terminated 75 S If it is the last connection in a loop through chain the video input should be terminated at the last source input only 3 The input signal and or signal cables carrying the input signal may be of poor quality 4 If the distance between the input source device and the projector is greater than 25 feet signal amplification conditioning may be required 5 If the source is a VCR or off air broadcast detail may be set too high M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE 6 Specifications This section provides detailed M Series specifications including 6 1 Image Performance 6 2
71. area of the screen and 1 Resize Presets No Resizing S refine other related parameters Use Size and m Stretch im gee to n the image precisely 4 Pixel Track 858 to the screen used at the site 5 Pixel Phase 0 6 H Position 360 T V Position 200 D Refer to Using Slide bars and Other Controls 8 Keep Aspect on Auto Setup if you need help using any of the options and 9 Blanking controls Changes made in the Size and Position menu are applied immediately and FIGURE 3 16 SIZE AND POSITION MENU are saved when you exit the menu press Or er RESIZE PRESETS NOTE The same resize presets are available to all HD and SXGA screen models However the graphics used to describe each preset in this section are of the SXGA models only Resize Presets will display an image in Resize Presets EN its native resolution no resizing or will 1 Default TOO for current sada l aor 2 No Resizing display in native resolution resize the image by maximizing either the K hour width or both height and width 3 Full Size fill the screen regardless of source eight width or both height and width or Full Width fill display width amp keep aspect ratio will resize to the maximum size possible 5 Full Height fill display height amp keep aspect ratio while keeping the original aspect ratio 6 Anamorphic retain 16 9 aspect ratio Size Position and Blanking parameters will automatically adjust accordingly or Custom not selecta
72. atory it is recommended for accurate lamp statistics to be archived 6 Install the new lamp a Take precaution to align the new lamp properly in the correct orientation inside the projector b Press firmly to seat the lamps ensuring the lamp is secure c Using the Phillips screwdriver and captive screws secure the lamp door and tighten the captive screw NOTES 1 f the lamp was turned off with the OFF command in step 1 it will have to be manually turned on 2 If the lamp was turned off by opening the door then it will automatically turn on again when the door is closed M Series User Manual 4 7 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE 5 Troubleshooting If the projector is not operating properly note the symptoms and use this section as a guide to resolve the problem Ifthe problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer for assistance NOTE A qualified service technician is required when opening an enclosure to diagnose any probable cause e 5 1 Power e 5 2 Lamp e 5 3 LCD e 5 4 Remote Keypad e 5 5 OSD 5 6 Ethernet e 5 7 Displays M Series User Manual 5 1 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 5 Troubleshooting 5 1 5 1 1 5 2 5 2 1 5 2 2 5 2 3 POWER Projector Does Not Power ON 1 Ensure projector is plugged in Check power switch above power cord is in the ON position 2 Check that the Status LEDs are ON While the projector is busy initializing the LEDs should be cycling
73. atus ofthe item is out of normal range an alarm is created When the status of the item is within normal range the alarm will clear NOTES 1 When an alarm is displayed in the LCD display the built in keypad is disabled To confirm the alarm press the OK soft key to enable the built in keypad 2 The alarm condition can also be viewed using the remote in the read only Status menu TYPE OF ERROR INDEX OF ALARM Warning Alarm ALARM ITEM Card Cage Fan ALARM STATUS 1488 RPM Prev Next OK E 2 SE 216 M231xX 23 FIGURE 3 76 EXAMPLE OF ALARM CONDITION M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 TOTAL OF ALARMS SOFT KEY 3 59 CHRISTIE 4 Maintenance Installers service trained operators and all other users must maintain a safe operating environment at all times Read through this section in its entirety and understand all warnings and precautions before attempting to operate this projector 4 1 Safety Warnings and Guidelines 4 2 Maintenance of the Cooling System 4 3 Maintenance of Optics 4 4 Replacing the Lamps M Series User Manual 4 1 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 4 Maintenance 4 1 SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES 4 1 1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Do NOT look into the lens DANGER Always power down the projector and disconnect all power sources before servicing or cleaning I faut toujours teindre le projecteur et d brancher l appareil de la prise avan
74. available for a given parameter e Highlight the list and press e Enter or Enter the menu option number Use the 42 or C keys to navigate up and down within the list Press to choose an option from the list M Series User Manual 3 12 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Communications 1 Serial RS 232 IN Options gt 2 Serial RS 232 OUT Options gt 3 Serial RS 422 Options gt 4 Projector Address 9 5 Network Routing f Separate P Separate E 6 Ethernet Settings gt 2 RS 232 and RS 422 Joined 7 Broadcast Keys Iv 3 RS 232 and Ethernet Joined 8 Front IR Enabled x 4 All Joined 9 Rear IR Enabled lv 10 Wired Keypad Enabled 9 lv FIGURE 3 7 EXAMPLE OF PULL DOWN LIST If you prefer to quickly scroll through a list without first pulling it down highlight the option and useO or gt Press when the desired choice appears NOTES 1 Press CO or to jump between pages in an extra long pull down list 2 Press while in a pull down list to cancel any change EDITING TEXT Activate the Edit Window To enter or edit text highlight the desired parameter such as a channel name and press to activate its adjacent edit window Any previously entered text is displayed with its first character highlighted in a square cursor signifying that this character is ready for editing Navigate Within the Edit Window Press OD to move the cursor forward or CO to move the cursor backwa
75. ber often expresses a percentage Or it may have units FIGURE 3 5 EXAMPLE OF associated with it such as pixels depending on the specific option Press SLIDE BAR OO to gradually adjust the setting up or down both the number and the length of the bar change accordingly Hold for continuous adjustment Or press to activate a slide bar text box for specific number entry via the keypad and then press to save or press to cancel Direct slide bars For quick access to Gamma Brightness and Contrast slide bars without traveling the menu system Press Gamma Brightness or Contrast to display the contrast slide bar Use the arrow keys to adjust a direct slide bar or press C and enter a specific number from the keypad then D or O or to save or to cancel When you are done press to save and return to your presentation NOTES 1 You can still adjust a direct slide bar as usual if the display is turned off see Or Menu Preferences menu the slide bar just won t be visible 2 A direct slide bar disappears if it is not used within five seconds Checkboxes Conditions are present if its adjacent checkbox contains a checkmark To toggle the checkbox highlight and press or highlight FIGURE 3 6 EXAMPLE OF A and use C to check and CO to uncheck If a checkbox is numbered CHECKBOX enter its number to immediately toggle the checkbox 5 Broadcast Keys Pull down lists To see a pull down list of options
76. ble non preset values for E if Blanking is set first which defines an ss er E MA ad Active Input Area Resize Preset scaling 9 will occur in this region of interest only FIGURE 3 17 RESIZE PRESETS Resizing options are explained below M Series User Manual 3 21 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation WHAT IS THE RESIZING DEFAULT By default when displaying a new source your image will utilize as much of the projector s display area as possible for the type of incoming source data but with minimal or no changes to aspect ratio See Select Default below WHEN CUSTOM APPEARS The Custom re size descriptor automatically appears in the Size and Position menu when any of the values for Size Vertical Stretch H Position V Position or Blanking do not correspond to those for a preset This option is not offered in the Resize Presets pull down list e Select DEFAULT for most sources factory default The image will be centered and displayed as large as possible depending on the type of source If video or 4 3 graphics If 5 4 graphics 1050 1050 Image Image 1400 Approx 1312 If HDTV 1400 If PC or non HDTV anamorphic signal 1400 FIGURE 3 18 RESIZING DEFAULT NO RESIZING displays the image in its native resolution which may or may not match the pro jector s resolution For example for a source with a native re
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78. ch filter door Figure 4 1 Allow the door to rest down away from the projector 2 Slide the filter or dust air filter if fitted out 3 Insert the new air fog oil filter with the white layer facing into the projector NOTE Each filter is a two stage filter the black activated charcoal layer faces out and the white layer faces the projector 4 Secure the filter door by tightening the 2 captive screws loosened in Step 1 4 3 MAINTENANCE OF OPTICS DANGER Always power down the projector and disconnect all power sources before servicing or cleaning I faut toujours teindre le projecteur et d brancher l appareil de la prise avant l entretien ou le nettoyage 4 3 1 OPTICAL EXCLUDING LENS Unnecessary cleaning of optics increases the risk of degrading delicate coatings and surfaces Only clean optics when dust dirt oil fingerprints or other marks are obvious and are causing performance problems 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 Supplies or Cleaning Optical Surfaces Soft camel hair brush Dust free blower filtered dry nitrogen blown through an anti static nozzle Dust free lens tissue such as Melles Griot Kodak tissues 18LABO020 Optowipes 18LABO22 Kim Wipes or equivalent For lens on
79. ctice to have zoom adjustment color and focus adjustment color in the center of its range 3 Center the image in the lens Holding a piece of paper at the lens surface adjust offsets as necessary until the image is centered within the lens perimeter A full white field works best for this 4 If necessary center the image on the screen If the projector is mounted off center to the screen axis then offset the lens as much as required Aim the projector over slightly towards the center of the screen but use caution when doing so as too much tilt will cause excessive keystone distortion Lens offset will not 5 Re check side to side leveling With the framing pattern on screen double check projector leveling so the top edge of the image is parallel to the top edge of the screen 6 Throw Distance Ensure the projector is positioned in the throw distance range for the particular lens FOLDED OPTICS In rear screen applications 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 if considering this type of installation call your dealer for assistance M Series User Manual 2 18 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE 2 2 7 Advanced Optical Alignment BORESIGHT ALIGNMENT PROCEDURE 1 Display the Boresight Test Pattern by pressing the Test key on the remote keypad or use the built in keypad and press the soft key that displays Tes
80. d increase so that whites remain bright but are not distorted or tinted and that light areas do not become fully white 1 e crushed Conversely low contrast causes dim images BRIGHT Increases or decreases the black level in the image Use COO keys until you reach the desired level of brightness For best results start high and decrease so that dark areas do not become fully black 1 e crushed Conversely overly high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images GAMMA Determines how gray shades are displayed between minimum input black and maximum input white for a given amount of signal The proper setting helps maintain optimized blacks and whites while ensuring a smooth transition for the in between values utilized in grays Unlike brightness and contrast controls the overall tone of an image can be lightened or darkened without changing the two extremes and your images will be more vibrant yet with good detail in dark areas when using the Gamma control The normal gamma setting of 2 22 1s correct for most signals and conditions If excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see details in dark areas lower the gamma Setting to compensate C192 C 8C 49 5C EOG O NUMBER KEYS Press COOC2 C3 XC 0C s OCe XC TOC OC D to enter a value in a text box or to select a menu item C094 0 Press CD before pressing another number to en
81. details Dual SD HD SDI Input 108 313101 01 DUAL LINK DVI INPUT CARD This card accepts a single or dual DVI signal with or without High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP video signal over a DVI I connector and analog video signals over the DVI I or 15 pin VGA connector The module can simultaneously support a digital signal on the DVI input and an analog signal on the VGA port however it does not support 2 analog signals at the same time The dual link DVI has 2 channels and can support up to 330MPix s 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 NOTE Refer to 6 Specifications for more details Dual Link DVI Input 108 312101 01 Analog e EE ofe e S Signal 1 Dual Link DVI I Digital 2 VGA g M Series User Manual 2 31 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 2 Installation and Setup CHAEISTIE VIDEO DECODER INPUT CARD This card accepts and decodes standard definition SD video This includes CVBS composite video S Video and component sources It does not accept high definition HD signals and will not support loop through directly If active loop through 1s required a Twin HDMI module must be used This card supports as many as 6 video signals four of them on BNC connectors and two on 4 pin mini DIN connectors Each mini DIN connecto
82. e colors of the projector 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 DYNAMIC IRIS l Dynamic Iris The Dynamic Iris adjusts the 1 Dynamic Iris Mode 9 Off v z 1 Off aperture to allow more or less ila all ris 65 2 Dynamic light through This will allow for deeper blacks in dark scenes 3 Manual FIGURE 3 45 DYNAMIC IRIS DYNAMIC IRIS MODE Enables either the Dynamic or Manual Iris operation of the Dynamic Iris If set to Dynamic the projector will automatically adjust the iris as the content of the image changes If set to manual then M Series User Manual 3 35 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation set the Manual Iris control to set the iris to a fixed position as a percentage of fully open If Dynamic Iris Mode is set to OFF the position of the iris will be fixed at fully open MANUAL IRIS When the Dynamic Iris is set to manual adjust the aperture for a fixed position where 100 represents fully open Adjusting the aperture will increase or decrease the levels of blacks in dark scenes Configuration 1 Language English vj ADJUSTING SYSTEM PARAMETERS ri eee sell Power Managemen gt AND ADVANCED CONTROLS ipee Desks 6 Menu Preferences gt Use the Configuration menu to define
83. e All Channels Do you wish to delete this channel setup default gt Delete Channel Setup Cancel FIGURE 3 14 DELETE A CHANNEL TO DELETE MULTIPLE CHANNELS highlight any channel in the Channel Setup menu and press 2 to go to the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Delete Unlocked Only and press to delete all unlocked channels Select Delete All Channels to delete all channels even those that are locked In either case the current channel will remain but will be redefined from projector defaults NOTE For any deletion a window will appear to confirm the deletion of the desired channel Select Cancel default if you don t want to delete after all CHANNEL EDIT STEP 1 Press from the presentation level to display the Main menu To display the Channel Setup menu press 32 or move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and press The Channel Setup menu will appear M Series User Manual 3 18 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHEISTIE CHANNEL EDIT STEP 2 To edit parameters shown in the Channel Setup menu select the relevant channel and press The Channel Edit menu will appear similar to the sample shown below Channel Edit 01 Card Type Video Decoder Input Card H Frequency 15 73 kHz V Frequency 59 94 Hz Interlaced Yes Sync Source S Video Name 15 73kHz 159 94Hz Number Slot Input In Menu Auto Source Locked Previous Channel Next Channel SSS a aa a o n M
84. e contrast or the intensity of mid level colors Although the projector automatically applies either the graphics or video curve according to what type of incoming signal 1s detected in some cases you may wish to override this default and use graphics gamma for a video source or video gamma for a graphics source Alternatively if neither default is ideal you may prefer to apply the simple non optimized gamma curve or a user defined custom gamma curve that has been created externally named and downloaded to the projector requires separate PC based Arbitrary Gamma software application to create the table and the Web UI to download it If any of these special user curves have been installed their names will appear in the Gamma Table pull down list Keep in mind that any Gamma Table choice sets the related Gamma value shown in the Image Settings menu to a 2 22 default where it can be fine tuned as desired Different values 1 3 here indicate that the original gamma table has been adjusted with either the Gamma slide bar or direct key NOTES 1 f no user curves have been defined and downloaded to projector memory only the 2 22 default gamma curve is available here adjust as desired using gamma in the main Image Settings menu 2 Some graphic material will look best with the video setting while some video material is best with the graphic setting GAMMA Affects the shape of the curve determining what grey shades are displayed for a
85. e image is visible and centered Display Appears Compressed Vertically Stretched 1 The frequency of the pixel sampling clock is incorrect for the current source 2 Sizing and positioning options may be adjusted poorly for the incoming source signal 3 Use an anamorphic lens for typical HDTV and anamorphic DVD sources that have been re sized and vertically stretched via 3rd party software Data is Cropped from Edges To display the missing material reduce image size to fill the display area available in the projector then stretch vertically to fill the screen from top to bottom Add the anamorphic lens to regain image width 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 Display has Suddenly Frozen If the screen blacks out inexplicably it is 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 projector and disconnect from AC Then plug in again and power up as usual M Series User Manual 5 5 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 5 Troubleshooting CHAKISTIE 5 7 12 5 7 13 5 7 14 5 7 15 5 6 Colors in the Display are Inaccurate 1 The color tint color space and or color temperature settings may require adjustment at your input source 2 Try Auto Setup 3 Ensure signal connections
86. e 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 Use the menu options Menu gt Input Switching amp PIP gt Main Input and Menu gt Input Switching amp PIP gt PIP Input to select the source of the image for the main or PIP image The image will be displayed according to the following If it is the first time you have used the source input or if you used the input but did not define a channel by adjusting anything the projector will recognize the new input signal based on its frequencies and polarities automatically displaying an image according to default settings for that signal in general the image from the new source will be as large as possible without losing its aspect ratio this and other default image settings depend on the incoming source If you used the source 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 CHANNEL below using one of the input or slot keys will automatically recall this channel and all its setup parameters and update the display accordingly If more than one channel exists for the input the image will be displayed according to the setup parameters for the first channel with matching characteristics CREATING A NEW CHANNEL To use a new source with the projector a new channel must be created so
87. ear of the projector Table 1 2 Ethernet Settings Projector Address 13 PROJECTOR OVERVIEW The M Series is a family of high resolution video graphics 3 chip HD and SXGA projectors see Table 1 3 M Series Projectors These projectors are based on next generation DLP technology provided by Texas Instruments 1 3 1 Main Features Up to 10 000 lumens FIGURE 1 1 M SERIES HD 1080p or SXGA resolution Dual Mercury lamp illumination with 200W or 350W options Dynamic iris contrast aperture providing up to 10 000 1 contrast ratio Ultra compact design and weight less than 55lbs 10 bit image processor electronics with modular design Fully sealed optical system Active fan control for minimum noise level Selectable motorized yellow notch filter for expanded color gamut User interchangeable projection lenses with no tool mounting M Series User Manual 1 3 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 1 Introduction PIP and seamless switching LiteLOC for constant brightness maintenance Intelligent Lens System ILS Motorized lens mount for all models Auto setup feature Integrated ChristieNET Networking ability through RS232 and RS422 connectors Status LED display on built in keypad for easy projector status monitoring Control with remote keypad wired remote or built in keypad Four input slots for Optional Input Modules Refer to 6 Specifications for a complete list of technical specifications
88. ector should be positioned perpendicular to the screen This way the image will appear rectangular instead of keystoned trapezoidal The vertical position of the image can be offset that is moved above or below the optical axis by adjusting the motorized lens mount The amount of vertical offset available depends on the type of lens installed in the projector and can be limited if horizontal offset has been applied Vertical offset can be expressed as the percent of half the image height or the number of pixels of shift from lens center Refer to Figure 2 9 Vertical Offset Examples for illustrated examples of vertical offset Table 2 1 and Table 2 2 specify the vertical offset of each type of lens Table 2 1 Lens Type and Vertical Offsets HD 1080p 1920 x 1080 pixels Lens Throw Ratio Fixed Zoom Lens Part Minimum Offset Number Above or Below Lens Center CHRISTIE ILS LENS 0 73 1 SX 0 67 1 HD 0 95 3 CHIP X 118 100110 XX 35 189 pixels DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 2 1 SX 1 1 1 HD 0 95 3 CHIP X 118 100117 XX 119 643 pixels DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 2 1 SX 1 1 1 HD SFL 0 95 3 X 118 101103 XX 119 643 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 25 1 6 1 SX 1 16 1 49 1 HD X 118 100111 XX 102 551 pixels 0 95 3 CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 5 2 0 1 SX 1 4 1 8 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100112 XX 119 643 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 2 0 2 8 1 SX 1 8 2 6 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100113 XX 119 643 pixels CHIP DLP
89. emote keypad The test pattern should be displayed correctly If not contact your dealer for assistance Image Appears Squeezed or Vertically Stretched into Center of Screen 1 Run auto setup pressing Auto button on the remote keypad 2 Check your Resizing selection M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 5 Troubleshooting 5 7 4 5 7 5 5 7 6 5 7 7 5 7 8 5 7 9 5 7 10 5 7 11 The Display is Jittery or Unstable 1 If the display is jittery or blinking erratically ensure that the source is properly connected and of adequate quality for detection With poor quality or improperly connected source the projector will repeatedly attempt to display an image however briefly 2 The horizontal and vertical scan frequency of the input signal may be out of range for the projector Refer to Section 6 Specifications for scan frequency ranges 3 The sync signal may be inadequate Correct the source problem The Display is Faint 1 Brightness and or contrast and or gamma may be set incorrectly 2 The source may be double terminated Ensure the source is terminated only once 3 The source if non video may need a different sync tip clamp location The Upper Portion of the Display is Waving Tearing or Jittering This can occur with video or VCR sources Check your source Portions of the Display are Cut OFF or Warped to the Opposite edge Resizing may need adjustment Adjust until entir
90. en press to go to the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Copy and press 2 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 99 If you change your mind and do not want to copy the current channel press to cancel and return to the previous menu Copying channels is a quick method for creating numerous channels each of which can then be edited and adjusted for a variety of presentations in the future M Series User Manual 3 17 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation Channel Setup Enter 1 E A 1 2 iSVid 1573kHz i59 94 Hz 2 A A41 pDig 33 72kHz p29 07 Hz Channel Copy Delete Edit Copy _7 Delete Delete Unlocked Only Channel Setup Delete All Channels 1 A 12 iSVid 15 73kHz i59 94 Hz 2 A 41 pDig 233 72kHz p29 07 Hz New Channel identical mi 3 A 1 2 iSVid 15 73kHz i59 94 Hz to Chan 1 FIGURE 3 13 Copy A CHANNEL TO DELETE A CHANNEL highlight the desired channel in the Channel Setup menu then press D to activate the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Delete and press 72 a window will appear to confirm the deletion of this channel Channel Setup Enter U 12 iSVid 15 73kHz i59 94 Hz 3 41 pDig 33 72kHz p29 07 Hz CR RH A A N e Channel Copy Delete Edit Co Delete y Delete Unlocked Only Delet
91. enable Color Adjustments by X Y changes Then enter your recorded x y values into each menu M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHEISTIE PROJ PROJ Section 3 Operation Pro amp Color Adjustments by X Y Color Adjustments by X Y Color Adjustments by X Y 1 Select Color Adjustment User 2 1 Select Color Adjustment User 2 1 Select Color Adjustment User 2 2 Color Temperature 6521 E 2 Color Temperature 6521 E 2 Color Temperatur 6521 E 3 RedX 0 655 EN 3 Red X 0 640 i 3 Red X 0 626 4 Red Y 0341 Bl 4 RedY 0 3350 ES 4 Red Y 0350 BEL 5 Green X 0332 BE 5 Green X 0 329 ES 5 Green X 0331 EF 6 Green Y 0 575 EN 6 Green Y 0 500 EEN 6 Green Y 0 528 SW 7 BlueX 0 144 7 BlueX 0 129 7 Blue X 0133 EB 8 Blue Y 0 003 8 Blue Y 0 100 8 Blue Y 0 106 9 White X 0 320 E 9 White X 0 374 EE 9 White X 0323 BH 10 White Y 0330 Hs 10 White Y 0 367 BE 10 White Y 0 359 EN 7 11 Yellow Notch Filter 12 Auto Color Enable 13 Color Enable 14 Copy From 13 Color Enable 14 Copy From 11 Yellow Notch Filter 12 Auto Color Enable Red X 0 640 E y 0350 mn 11 Yellow Notch Filter 12 Auto Color Enable 13 Color Enable 14 Copy From Green X 0 32 Green Y 0 560 Blue X 0429 Blue Y 6100 Set to User 1 4 Then
92. er Manual 3 14 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Once you have adjusted a display parameter such as pixel tracking or contrast all current settings are collectively stored in the projector s memory as a unique two digit channel such as O You can have numerous distinct channels available for the same input any of which can be selected by using the key on the keypad followed by the two digit channel number Shown below is a sample channel list available from This is typically called the channel list Current Channel NOTE The key may display a channel list Main Channel 01 or not depending on what you have defined for 01 1 2 iSVid 15 73kHz i59 94 Hz Display Channel List see Menu 02 41 pDig 33 72kHz p29 07 Hz Preferences ater in this section 1 A A A A Channel Signal Horizontal Vertical Type Frequency TRE Frequency SWITCHING INPUTS There are 4 methods HS p Progressive for selecting an input 1 Press the INPUT key This will display a list of the 4 slots with the card type and input signal type in each slot The currently selected input for the main image will be highlighted Scroll up or down through the list and press ENTER to make a new selection Press the INPUT key again to show the list and allow the selection for the PIP image Repeatedly pressing the INPUT key will toggle between the main and PIP image FIGURE 3 10 CHANNEL LIST 2 Press the appropriate direct SLOT key to quickly display one of th
93. es in Section 4 2 2 1 About the Projector LED STATUS INDICATORS BUILT IN KEYPAD AC RECEPTACLE ADJUSTABLE FRONT FOOT KENSINGTON COOLING REAR IR LOCK AIR VENTS SENSOR ADJUSTABLE REAR FOOT FIGURE 2 4 ABOUT THE PROJECTOR REAR SIDE VIEW BUILT IN KEYPAD The built in keypad is located on the side of the projector Use it similarly to the IR remote to control the projector An LCD display is located above the keypad for displaying projector status AC RECEPTACLE The AC receptacle is located at the back of the projector Use this receptacle to plug in an appropriately rated line cord NOTE The power switch is located above the AC receptacle Refer to Section 6 Specifications for details M Series User Manual 2 6 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE ADJUSTABLE FEET Located on the underside of the projector are three adjustable feet Raise or lower these feet when positioning the projector to ensure it is level on all sides so the displayed image will appear rectangular without any keystone Refer to 2 2 5 Adjusting Projector Height Tilt for instructions on how to adjust the projector s feet INPUT PANEL 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 COOLING AND AIR VENT
94. evel or drive to adjust will automatically enable the corresponding color in the display Delete the checkmark to see all colors or to enable a different specific color through the Color Enable control M Series User Manual 3 30 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE CLAMP LOCATION mE l 1 BackPorch Brightens the image produced from certain high resolution high frequency 2 Sync Tip graphic sources The projector automatically selects the best clamp 3 Tri Level location for most sources Use the normal Back Porch location if the image is either sufficiently bright or overly bright Select Sync Tip if the image appears unusually dim if there are horizontal streaks across the image or if there 1s significant color drift This moves the clamping pulse from the normal back porch location which is likely too short to the tip of the horizontal sync pulse Tri Level is typically needed for an HDTV source FIGURE 3 36 CLAMP LOCATION e PEAK DETECTOR A tool to assist with defining individual input levels enabling you to accurately set the Input Levels for any particular source with the appropriate image Enabling the Peak Detector activates a special operating mode for detecting only pixels that are considered black or white all other levels are displayed as a mid level gray When used with a smooth grayscale pattern in which black and white are known to be at opposite edges of the image you can watch these isolated areas while
95. exit from the Input Levels Menu e BLACK LEVELS AND DRIVES To check your image levels and adjust these controls 1 Ensure overall Contrast and Brightness settings are both set to near 50 NOTE Not required for Auto adjustment Corte 50 approx G 50 approx 2 Check the color temperature setup using an internal grayscale test pattern making sure to obtain a neutral grayscale NOTE Not required for Auto adjustment 3 Confirm that you are using input on an Analog BNC card or a Dual Link DVI card Input Levels are not applicable for sources going through the decoder A grayscale is recommended 4 Ifblack levels are too high and or whites are too low which is rare you likely have a noisy source that is producing skewed input levels Enable Auto in the Input Levels menu Wait for all six values to stabilize Alternatively do not use Auto reduce black levels manually instead Judge by eye and change one or more of the six levels as necessary to obtain proper blacks and whites You may want to see only a certain color while adjusting use the Auto Color Enable option described below 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 AUTO COLOR ENABLE When a checkmark is present selecting a specific black l
96. ext to the projector s front nameplate PROJECTION LENSES LENS MOUNT AND OTHER FEATURES 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 see Section 6 Specifications Zoom and Focus There are two internal lens motors that allow for quick motorized adjustment of zoom and focus Adjust zoom to fit the displayed image on the screen and adjust focus to improve the clarity of the image NOTES 1 77e projection lens is shipped separately from the projector 2 Use the lens cap when transporting the lens to avoid scratching and damaging the lens which could affect your displayed image 3 Motorized lenses should not be adjusted by hand without first setting them for manual operation otherwise the zoom and focus motors may be damaged Set in Menu gt Configuration gt Lens Settings gt Manual Zoom Focus Lens Offset The motorized lens mount allows vertical and horizontal offset of the displayed image Shutter Standard on all models the shutter allows you to turn the screen absolutely black when in the Closed state Dynamic Iris Contrast Aperture Enables adjustment of light output and contrast ratio Installation Considerations Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display Whether you are installing a projector
97. from those of the incoming signal Selecting a specific standard forces the projector to process the signal according to this standard FIGURE 3 30 VIDEO STANDARD NOTE Best results are obtained with defined channels Otherwise switching from one video source to another can sometimes cause slight disturbances in the display indicating that the Auto function is struggling Recover by briefly selecting a different video standard then going back Table 3 3 Regions and Video Standards Summary STANDARD WHERE USED Subject to Chang PAL PAG 0 0 NOTE Generally use Auto for all instances except 1 a poor quality input signal or 2 a black and white video signal In order to detect and display such signals select the relevant standard from the list M Series User Manual 3 27 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation INPUT VIDEO BLACK This control compensates for incoming elevated black levels present in certain video signals and ensures that blacks in the display are neither crushed 1 e where dark grays appear black nor excessively elevated 1 e where blacks appear dark gray By default the projector automatically determines the best setting according to the type of incoming video signal 0 IRE Used for DVD output with enhanced black SECAM most PAL standards and Japanese NTSC 7 5 IRE Used for most NTSC video signals For some types of video you can override the sett
98. g S Video cable e S Video using two BNC cables with Luma Y connected to 4 Sy and Chroma C connected to 6 Sc NOTE Must be grouped as I S Video I CVBS Refer to 2 3 Connecting Sources for more details M Series User Manual 2 4 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE STEP 4 CONNECTING THE LINE CORD IMPORTANT Use the line cord provided with the projector or ensure you are using a line cord power plug and socket that meet the appropriate rating standards NOTE Listed on the license label Connect the projector s line cord to the AC receptacle at the AC inlet of the projector then push the wire clip over the plug to retain it 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 A WARNING Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord is not within the specified ratings On power down wait 5 10 minutes for the fans to turn OFF before unplugging the projector Always switch off the projector before unplugging the AC line cord STEP 5 POWER UP After the AC Power has been switched on the LCD display above the keypad indicates Please wait and the 4 LED status indicators on the top cover window switch on to amber These indicate that the projector is changing its state from powered down to standby The message Standby Mode appears in the display when t
99. g instructions are for those preferring a quick setup Refer to the remaining subsections for detailed setup instructions A DANGER Always power down the projector and disconnect all power sources before servicing or cleaning WARNING Refer to Safety Warnings and Guidelines in Section 4 STEP 1 INSTALLING A PROJECTION LENS The projection lens shipped separately from the projector must be installed prior to setting up the projector A Remove the lens plug from the lens opening in the projector before installing the lens Retain the lens plug for projector transportation to protect the projector s optical components from dust and debris IMPORTANT 77e lens seals the projector preventing contaminants from entering the interior of the projector Never operate a projector without a lens LENS INSTALLATION l Remove the small lens cap from the lens Keep the large lens cap on the lens to protect it during installation 2 Rotate the lens clamp to the OPEN position see Figure 2 1 Lens Installation 3 Remove and retain the 2 security screws from the lens mount see Figure 2 2 Security Screw Location 4 Align the lens interface plate with the lens mount Align the lens electrical connector with the mating connector on the lens mount Fully insert the assembly straight into the lens mount opening without turning Press using your hand see Figure 2 3 Lens Placement 5 While holding the lens flat against the len
100. general 7 Communications E operating parameters and communications with 8 Geometry amp Color other projectors and equipment and to access RE iS amp Calibration other advanced processing and image 11 Option Card Settings adjustments affecting overall performance The Configuration menu provides access to FIGURE 3 46 CONFIGURATION MENU diagnostics calibration tools and the Service submenu password protected The first six options in the Configuration menu are explained below LANGUAGE Choose the available language to use in the projector s menus The change will take effect immediately 1 English OUTPUT OPTIONS SCREEN IMAGE ORIENTATION EIEIIHEIDRES 1 Screen Image Orientation Front Projection Y Select the on screen image orientation from 2 Output Resolution 1280 X 1024 Front Rear Front Inverted and Rear 3 Output Aspect Inverted 4 Free Run Frequency 59 34 FIGURE 3 47 OUTPUT OPTIONS M Series User Manual 3 36 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE SCREEN IMAGE ORIENTATION 1 Front Projection 2 Rear Projection 3 Front Projection Inverted 4 Rear Projection Inverted FIGURE 3 48 SCREEN IMAGE ORIENTATION OUTPUT RESOLUTION Sets the output pixel resolution default is the native resolution of the projector OUTPUT ASPECT Output Aspect Allows custom output aspect ratios to be defined 1 Aspect Ratio Native aspect ratiov By default the
101. ges the projector will increase power FIGURE 3 71 LAMP MODE as needed to closely maintain the required output from the lamp Select Constant Power to specify the power level supplied to the lamp Both Constant Intensity and Constant Power modes extend lamp life LAMP POWER Set the lamp power in Watts The Power control represents the amount of power sent to the lamps Power increases when operating in Intensity mode until it reaches its maximum The value remains stable when in Max Brightness or Power mode If using Power mode setting a lower power level reduces brightness and extends lamp life M Series User Manual 3 53 FRAME LOCKING How the projector controls the output frame timing based on the A FesRu input signal When set to Framelock output image frames are i locked to the input if possible When Locked the output is always locked to the primary input never the PIP image Free FIGURE 3 69 FRAME LOCKING Run sets the output to close to 60Hz for all sources This control must be set to Locked if a 3D Stereo signal is used 2 Framelock AUTO INPUT SEARCHING When enabled the system will continually search for the next valid signal when no signal is present or when loss of sync occurs on the current user selected input In the case of multiple signals to choose from the order is based on slot followed by inputs on that slot 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 3 Operation CHAIS
102. given amount of signal input between minimum black and maximum white The normal curve has a gamma of 2 22 which is correct for most signals and conditions If there is a lot of ambient light the image can become washed out so that it becomes difficult or impossible to see details FIGURE 3 41 GAMMA SETTINGS in dark areas Lowering the gamma setting can compensate for this Gamma Settings Gamma 9222 mmm Gamma Table Standard Y Gamma Function 2 22 7 mw Gamma Slope 1 00 GAMMA TABLE Allows you to select the base gamma table Select from one of the standard tables or select an arbitrary gamma table that has been downloaded to the projector A separate PC utility is needed to do this When the Gamma control is not 2 22 the gamma curve used is an interpolated value between the selected table and either a 1 0 or 3 0 table The 2 22 table is a simple power curve The standard table is a modified 2 22 curve with an optimized linear portion in the low end of the curve GAMMA FUNCTION Defines the base gamma power curve used when the base gamma table value is set to custom This value combined with gamma slope setting determines the base gamma table to be used as the custom base table The curve is generally a power curve with a small linear segment at the bottom defined by the slope GAMMA SLOPE This control defines a slope to be used for the base custom gamma table for a small section at the bottom of the c
103. he projector has completed its initialization and is ready for power up The 2 lamp status LEDs will go off to indicate that the lamps are off The Power status LED will show amber indicating that the projector is in standby mode The shutter LED will display amber indicating the shutter is closed Press and hold the power button on the keypad or remote for 2 seconds or press twice quickly The lamps will power on and the fans will come on Note See Section 3 Operation for a full description of the status indicators NOTE 77e default settings for the projector are to perform a lens calibration after the insertion of a new lens If this is the first time the projector has been powered up with the lens expect a short period about 15 seconds where the lens will move slightly STEP 6 SELECTING A SOURCE Press one of the input keys on the remote or built in keypad to select and display the image for the source you connected in Step 3 STEP 7 ADJUSTING IMAGE Adjust the image settings such as Brightness Contrast Gamma Focus Zoom etc using the direct keys on the remote or built in keypad NOTE Refer to Section 3 Operation for more details M Series User Manual 2 5 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup 2 2 DETAILED SETUP AND INSTALLATION DANGER Always power down the projector and disconnect all power sources before servicing or cleaning A WARNING Refer to Safety Warnings and Guidelin
104. hly Check projector air dust filters at minimum every month Dust air filters if fitted should be replaced whenever the lamp is replaced or between 200 500 hours depending on use A clogged air filter reduces air flow and can lead to overheating and failure of the projector Check monthly by inspecting its color through the side vent grille with a flashlight Replace grey colored filters Leave the filters in their sealed packaging until ready for use Replace Filters 1 Unscrew the 2 captive screws at the top of each filter door Figure 4 1 Allow the door Remove Screws to rest down and away from the projector 2 Slide the air filter out replace vacuum or wash the filter Wash using mild soap and water NOTE Dry the filter before using 3 Insert the new or clean air filter 4 Secure the filter door by tightening the 2 captive screws loosened in Step 1 V HI FIGURE 4 1 REPLACE FILTER M Series User Manual 4 4 020 100009 01 Rev 1 July 15 2008 CHAISTIE Fog Oil Filter Fog Oil filters should be replaced after each use of the projector to a maximum of 20 hours The life of the filter is approximately 20 hours based on environmental conditions Leave the filters in their sealed packaging until ready for use NOTE The Fog Oil filters cannot be re used or they will clog up with oil and the projector will overheat and shutdown REPLACE 1 Unscrew the 2 captive screws at the top of ea
105. ic if video 1050 Image 1050 Image Cropped 1400 Cropped 1400 FIGURE 3 22 FULL HEIGHT e ANAMORPHIC displays an anamorphic image in its native 16 9 aspect ratio The image will fill the screen from side to side and be cen tered between black bars at top and bottom For non HDTV anamorphic only 728 SIZE Controls both the image width and height in tandem maintaining the 1400 current aspect ratio of the displayed signal data FIGURE 3 23 ANAMORPHIC VERTICAL STRETCH Adjusts the height of the image while keeping the width constant Use Vertical Stretch to change the aspect ratio of the display PIXEL TRACK Steady flickering or several soft vertical stripes or bands across the entire image indicates poor pixel tracking Proper pixel tracking ensures that the image quality is consistent across the screen the aspect ratio is maintained and that the pixel phase can be optimized described below Tracking determines the frequency of the pixel sampling clock indicated by the number of incoming pixels per line so that all pixels generated by a particular source are sampled NOTE By default the projector samples at the correct frequency for most sources For best results use a 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 2000 shutdown M Series User Manual 3 23 020 100009 0
106. ideo NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PAL 60 SECAM 10 bits 6 4 5 Dual Standard Definition High Definition or Serial Digital Input Connectors Color spaces signal types 6 5 CONTROL SIGNAL COMPATIBILITY 6 5 1 Remote Dual Frequency Number of transmitters Modulation frequency Wavelength peak intensity Range Wired Keypad Wire connection option Max cable length XLR Connections M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 BNC 75 Ohm Dual HD input SDI HDSDI 2 IR Dual frequency 38 kHz 455 kHz 950 nm Min 35 m 3 pin XLR 30m Optional boot for remote with XLR connector built in to avoid requirement to use phono to XLR adaptor cable 6 10 CHRISTIE 6 5 2 Control Receiver Number of sensors Coverage Modulation carrier frequency 6 5 3 RS232 Number of ports Connector Max bit rate Flow control 6 5 4 RS422 Number of ports Connector Max bit rate Power output 6 5 5 Ethernet Number of ports Standard Connector 6 5 6 USB 2 0 Device Port Number of ports Standard Connector Max bit rate 6 5 7 GPIO Number of I O Lines Connector Output sink current logic low Power output 6 5 8 DMX512 Interface Connectors Input Output 6 5 9 Built In Keypad and Display Key type Display type M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 front 1 rear 130 degrees coverage in line with lens at 3 m distance Dual frequency 38 kHz 455 kHz 2
107. ime to replace air filter minute 6 9 ENVIRONMENT 6 9 1 Temperature Humidity Altitude Operating temperature range 5 to 40 degrees C Storage temperature range 40 to 70 degrees C Humidity range 10 to 80 non condensing Operating Altitude 10 000 ft maximum 6 10 ACCESSORIES AND SERVICE COMPONENTS Product Separatel Analog Card Input 108300101 XX X X Y Dual Link DVI Input 108312 0 XX X X Video Decoder Input 1 1 108310101 XX X X Dual HDSDI Input 108 313101 XX X X Twin HDMI Input 108 311101 XX X XT DMXSI2Interfae 10831410l XX X X Dust filter 118 100104 XX X Fog filter 118100108 XX X O Stacking frame 1180010 XX X o Ceiling mount 118100108XX X Lens ILS 0 73 1SX 0 67 1HD 118 100110 XX X Lens ILS 1 25 1 5SX 1 16 1 39HD 118 100111 XX X Lens ILS 1 5 2 0SX 1 4 1 8HD 118100112 XX X Lens ILS 2 0 2 8SX 1 8 26HD 118100113 XX X Lens ILS 2 8 4 5SX 2 6 41HD 118100114 XX X Y Lens ILS 4 5 7 3SX 4 1 69HD 118100115 XX X Lens ILS 7 5 11 2SX 6 9 10 4HD 118100116 XX X Lens ILS 1 2SX 1 1HD 118 100117 XX X LensILS 1 2SX 1 1HD SFL 118101103 XX Porrait Mode Coupler 118 116100 XX X
108. ing The control is disabled for other types of video and all graphics sources Generally if black appears crushed when brightness 50 choose 0 IRE If black appears excessively elevated use 7 5 IRE If grays are black select 1 0 IRE If blacks are gray select 2 7 5 IRE COLOR This slide bar adjusts the color saturation level Lower settings produce less saturated colors for example a setting of 0 produces a black and white image If the color level is too high colors will be overpowering and unrealistic TINT Adjusts the red green color hue for true color reproduction of video and HDTV signals connected to Input 3 or 4 For best results adjust tint while displaying an external test pattern it is recommended that tint remain at its default setting FILTER l l 1 The proper filter setting is automatically set for virtually all signals 2 MS High Bandwi om and rarely needs to be changed Override only if standard pixel 3 HDTV tracking and phase adjustments do not adequately clear up a noisy 4 EDTV video signal or if a graphics signal appears overly soft Both 5 SDTV instances indicate that Filter may be set to the wrong option FIGURE 3 31 FILTER e SAMPLING MODE Sets the color sampling mode for a digital signal to either Y CbCr 4 4 4 2 YCbCr 15 RGB or YCbCr 4 2 2 The proper sampling mode is determined l automatically by the projector you can override thi
109. ion and Mounting later in this section STEP 3 CONNECTING A SOURCE Located at the back of the projector is the input panel where all source connections are made Each input is clearly labeled for easy identification Depending on the type of option card installed connect your source using the appropriate cable s as follows Analog Input Card connect 3 4 or 5 wire RGB source to Red Pr Green Y Blue Pb H C and V using 3 4 or 5 BNC connectors as required Dual SD HD SDI Input Card connect SDI Serial Digital Interface cable to one of the two inputs 1 IN or 2 IN Both standard definition SD and high definition HD signals are accepted and automatically recognized on either input Dual Link DVI Input Card connect a single or dual DVI video signal to the DVI I connector an analog video signal to the DVI I connector or an analog video signal to the VGA connector The DVI signal may contain HDCP High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection Twin HDMI Input Card connect HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface cable to one of the two inputs 1 IN or 2 IN Video Decoder Input Card depending on the source you can apply the following Composite video source to 1 CVBS using a BNC Cable NOTE Same signal can be used on 4 5 or 6 when input is selected as CVBS A component signal on Inputs 4 Pr 5 Y 6 Pb using BNC Connectors NOTE Grouped as a component input YPbPr e S Video to one of the two 2 SVID or 3 SVID usin
110. isabled no border will be displayed FADE TIME Sets the amount of time in seconds it takes to fade between images on a source switch If possible it fades in the PIP and OSD M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation 3 7 LAMP Lamp 0 Auto select a single lamp 1 Lamp Operation Lamp 1 single lamp use ES 1 Lamp 1 single lamp use e LAMP OPERATION 2 Lamp Mode 2 Lamp2single lamp use 3 Lamp Power 3 DualLamp use Select the operational mode of 4 Lamp Intensity the lamps Auto select mode a SUE will use the single lamp with 7 Lamp 2 s n the highest intensity Lamp 1 i E Lamp and Lamp 2 Single Lamp Lamp Regeneration Start Time modes will only use the lamp FIGURE 3 70 awe MENU specified Dual Lamp mode will use both lamps together If a lamp fails to strike on the first attempt up to 3 more attempts to strike are made In Dual Lamp operation after 3 failed attempts to stay in Dual Lamp mode it will switch to Single Lamp operation In Auto select Single Lamp operation a failure will cause a switch to the other lamp In Single Lamp operation if the selected lamp will not strike then the projector will not turn on LAMP MODE Determines how the lamp power and intensity are controlled If n Maximum Brightness the lamp burns as brightly as possible gt Constant Baur Select Constant Intensity mode to maintain a specific brightness level over time As the lamp a
111. lare Repeat step 5 6 and 7 as required until all 3 cross hair patterns are in equal sharp focus If the boresight is acceptable see step 11 If the boresight does not appear to be converging to an acceptable level of image quality or if the lens will not focus over the correct range of throw distances then the boresight requires coarse adjustment see step 9 The original factory boresight can be recovered approximately by positioning the 3 setscrews see Figure 2 15 Screw Locations Position the setscrews flush with the front face of the lens mount plate and in contact with the inner lens mount plate see below Figure 2 16 Position Setscrew Flush This may require adjusting both setscrews and capscrews FIGURE 2 16 POSITION SETSCREW FLUSH 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 2 8 Powering Down The projector can be powered down by using one of the following methods REM OTE KEYPAD BUILT IN KEYPAD l Press and hold oD 2 Press twice quickly to toggle the projector off with a single keystroke M Series User Manual 2 21 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup 3 Press once a Confirmation window will appear press OQ again to power down NOTE Once the Confirmation window is displayed the second press of the must be within 1 second to power d
112. lor adjustment 2 Color Temperature 6500 mmm By x y equivalent x 0 661 y 0 337 procedure Valid Color Space Yes 3 Red Part of Blue 1000 X Set to 1000 4 Blue Part of Blue 0 z Judge by eye and 5 Blue Part of Red 0 EN adjust all as needed 6 White Color Adjustment 1 Select Color Adjustment User 1 2 Color Temperature 6500 mmm By x y equivalent X 0 661 y 0 337 Valid Color Space Yes 3 Red Part of Green 1000 mmm 4 Green Part of Green 1000 mum Set to 1000 5 Blue Part of Green 1000 mmm Judge by eye and 6 Copy From Max Drives Y adjust all as needed FIGURE 3 75 CoLoR MATCHING UsiNG COLOR SATURATION M ENU 3 10 REMOTE CONTROL OF THE PROJECTOR As an alternative to using a keypad most projector functions can be controlled remotely typically at a controller such as a PC via a web interface VIA ASCII MESSAGING Connect a serial link between your controller and the RS232 or RS422 port recommended or open an Ethernet socket 1 e Telnet between your controller and the valid projector address Valid ASCII codes and messages are documented in the Christie Serial Communica tions document available at the Christie website VIA WEB INTERFACE Connect the PC to the projector s Ethernet port In the web browser 1 e Internet Explorer enter the IP address of the projector you wish to control This will prompt a login screen The default login id and passwords are admin admin service
113. ly Lens cleaning solution such as Melles Griot Optics Cleaning Fluid 18LABOI1 or equivalent Cotton swabs with wooden stems only Lens cleaning cloth microfibre such as Melles Griot 18LABO24 or equivalent M Series User Manual 4 5 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 4 Maintenance 4 3 2 CLEANING THE LENS 4 4 Check periodically A small amount of dust or dirt on the lens has minimal effect on image quality To avoid the risk of scratching the lens clean only if absolutely necessary Dust 1 Brush most of the dust from the lens with a camel hair brush and or blow dust away with a dust free blower 2 Fold a microfibre cloth smooth and gently wipe remaining dust particles from the lens Wipe evenly with the smooth portion of the cloth that has no folds or creases Do not apply pressure with your fingers use the tension in the folded cloth itself to collect dust 3 Ifsignificant dust is still bound to the surface dampen a clean microfibre cloth with coated optics cleaning solution damp not dripping Wipe gently until clean Fingerprints smudges or oil 1 Brush away most of the dust with a camel hair brush and or blow away using a dust free blower 2 Rollalens tissue around a swab and soak it in coated optics cleaning solution Tissue should be damp but not dripping 3 Gently wipe the surface using a figure 8 motion Repeat this motion until the blemish is removed REPLACING THE LAMPS A DANG
114. m as possible Preliminary Calibration All primary colors in the projector are precisely set to pre established values to ensure that overall color performance is optimized and is as accurate as possible Lighting and other environmental factors may slightly change how these colors appear on your screen While the change is negligible in most cases you may prefer to recover the originally intended color performance before trying to match colors from several projectors To achieve consistency use a color meter to measure the native primary colors red green blue and white as they appear at the screen Record these as Color Primary Settings in the Service menu password protected for each projector On the basis of these new values which are stored in memory each projector will then automatically calculate any necessary corrections to reproduce the original factory colors under the current environmental conditions This essentially calibrates a projector to its surroundings compensating for factors such as screen type lamp and or ambient lighting and will improve color accuracy and consistency in a group of projectors It ensures a good starting point for further customizing and matching however is not critical for all installations To access the Service menu password protected return to the factory set color primaries Select the Reset to Factory Defaults option in the Color Primaries submenu Then repeat the calibration process
115. maintain projector at proper operating range as function of outside ambient temperature All fans are off when projector is in standby and not running active loop through on a Twin HDMI option card 5 to 40 degrees C Smooth speed transitions with no abrupt audible changes User selectable optical color switch in or out to enhance color space Configurable per channel Automatically adjusts lamp output to maintain constant lumens setting within operating range of lamp Light transmitted to projection lens All light blocked no light on screen Operation in less than 0 25 seconds Lamps are accessed from side of projector Lamps are individually swappable while the projector is running 6 7 CHAISTIE 6 2 12 Status LED Status LED s Lamp 1 Lamp 2 Section 6 Specifications Located at back of projector LED STATES Off Lamps are off Yellow Lamp time has expired and lamp should be replaced Green Lamp is on and operating correctly Flashing red Lamp has malfunctioned Power Off AC power is off Yellow AC is present but projector is in standby Green Projector is powered up and operating normally Flashing green yellow Projector communication in progress Flashing red Error has occurred Details are displayed on the status display Shutter Green shutter is open Yellow shutter is closed 6 2 13 Electronics SW FEATURE Imaging Device Video Format Re Sizing
116. mbination of RS422 and RS232 in the Communications menu Set the Network Routing option to RS232 and RS422 Joined See Section 3 Operation for details 2 Chain the projectors together by connecting an RS232 OUT Null Cable of the first projector already connected to the computer controller through the RS422 port straight thru to an RS232 IN on the next projector in the chains Continue connecting projectors in this manner until you ve reached the last projector in the chain so that only the last projector has one unused port RS232 QUT see Figure 2 21 Mixed Network FiGURE 2 21 MixED NETWORK Communication parameters such as baud rate must be set to match the particular controlling device before connecting as a network refer to the documentation that came with your controlling device to determine the proper baud rate See Section 3 Operation for help changing the projector baud rate To communicate to all projectors set the Network Routing to RS232 and RS422 Joined M Series User Manual 2 25 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 2 Installation and Setup CHAISTIE NOTES 1 Connect only properly wired serial communication cables 2 Each RS232 communication cable should be no more than 50 feet in length Use high quality cables ETHERNET NETWORK SETUP To add one or more projectors to an Ethernet network use standard CATS5 cable to connect each projector s Ethernet port to a hub belonging to
117. ment lighting changes an adjustment of Gamma is recommended see below e BRIGHTNESS Increases or decreases the amount of black in the image 0 100 For best results keep close to 50 Start with a high value and decrease so that dark areas do not become black Conversely high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images GAMMA A global setting that determines what gray shades are displayed between minimum input black and maximum input white for all signals A good gamma setting helps to optimize blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions for the in between values utilized in other colors Gamma is used to fine tune the gamma table currently in use ranging from 1 3 2 22 default If excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see details in dark areas lower the gamma setting to compensate This will improve contrast while maintaining good details for blacks Conversely if the image 1s washed out and unnatural with excessive detail in black areas increase the setting In high ambient light conditions lower gamma may produce better results than higher gamma Gamma of 2 22 default indicates the gamma table has not been adjusted For more information refer to Advanced Image Settings submenu Gamma Table e YELLOW NOTCH FILTER YNF YNF is a channel based control with an additional global control It works on a last request gets served basis
118. ne you may need to adjust lamp power slightly 7 All screens should now be color matched Apply this new User gamut to a source at any time by selecting it in the Select Color Adjustment list accessed in the Advanced Image Settings menu M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 3 57 Section 3 Operation CHEISTIE Using the Color Saturation Menu for Color Matching Red Color Adjustment To use the Color Saturation 1 Select Color Adjustment User 1 menu to match colors across 2 Color Temperature 6500 mmm multiple screens In the three By x y equivalent x 0 661 yz 0 337 Valid Color Space Yes Color Adjustment submenus 3 Red Part of Red 1000 mum amp Set to 1000 Red Green Blue and White 4 Green Part of Red 0 Judge by eye and see right set all main values to 3 Green Color Adjustment adjust all as needed 6 1000 and the secondary values to 1 Select Color Adjustment User 1 0 if applicable Then judge by 2 Color Temperature 6500 mmm By x y equivalent x 0 661 y 0 337 eye and adjust the slide bars as Valid Color Space Yes needed NOTE Adjustments here 3 Red Part of Green 0 mm define new x y coordinates in the 4 Green Part of Green 1000 4 4 Set to 1000 Caor A n io e 5 Blue Part of Green 0 Emm 5 Judge by eye and s J m l 6 Blue Color Adjustment adjust all as needed For best results use this menu 1 Select Color Adjustment User 1 after doing the co
119. nnel only when it is directly selected via on the keypad and a change in input signal will not result in a channel change e LOCKED If checked all of the image settings for this channel are locked If unchecked default all available image settings can be adjusted as desired You cannot use Auto Setup with a locked channel PREVIOUS CHANNEL Select this option to see or change Channel Edit settings for the previous channel in the Channel Setup list e NEXT CHANNEL Select this option to see or change Channel Edit settings for the next channel in the Channel Setup list ADJUSTING THE IMAGE The most commonly used options for image adjustments are accessed through two menus Size and Position DAD and Image Settings DO both of which appear in the Main menu From either of these two menus You can change settings affecting the image from the current channel by working with the appropriate slide bars checkboxes and pull down lists will return to the previous menu or to the presentation 1f 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 by pressing followed by the appropriate two digit number representing their location in the menu system For example press Ce 23 to quickly access the Gamma option in the Image Settings menu NOTES 1 For certain options preference ma
120. ntes tet E ipsus 6 10 6 4 5 Dual Standard Definition High Definition or Serial Digital Input 6 10 6 5 C OBtrobSienal Compatibility i5 tiens viitokiiul sito Dmiui a tiiud otto Ben ttes Se Mad tote sese iu tnus 6 10 o SI Remote Dual regun y iud eate dotes tiia M NE ERE DU da utei tes uu v PU E EUH 6 10 OO 2 CODUOLISOCCEIVEE eeer enn een ee ne ean ter re cista ME D Lot fuae ped d 6 11 6 5 9 592 32 sarin actin dq aede dem Made NE eta aad cH im Na M en ack st ce dou b d uad tu dena audes 6 11 QU TRAD isnatocaduc Moderation cU uitis Mna ao e cide Qro e col ce eas o D cud 6 11 UML a cheat oars E T OTT TEUER 6 11 M Series User Manual iii 020 100009 01 Rev 1 7 08 TABLE OF CONTENTS 065 USE 2 0 Device TOP coaictstt td Homini id D Heidi 6 11 im WE CI MN ECCLES 6 11 6o S DINIX 2 Ane RAC ie surg wheat teehee eee tiem teniente ten 6 11 6 5 9 Built In Keypad and Display uiae tit eig t ans rli AN 6 11 5 o IO A WIC CLES Om SUP POU d da terio cuia E pt EPI TAT ERA M doter EUM 6 12 0 0 Power Requiteine ils urei n E EUM Idcm arn CN M pd uu ern dE aes 6 12 6 6 Larp SpecrHoaltlofi eni eec eer ent eet ont elo icu eut Pone di bat eletti E ERATA Ei 6 13 O7 Physical SPCC ICAU OMS opu one oce o Ho Gere aed aei Coe opa cae MPs Saberecds S82 6 13 QUE My TES 6 13 GD Fis CN ese hess sooo bu i adi debbono adeft faba M opea dai d 6 13 To VVC IA dem 6 13 On a Opara POSIUOE uad drei edo aede E HIE D Ue IIDde eee 6 13 OI TN 1 RN UU UU eater 6 13
121. nu items SPLASH SCREEN TYPE Choose which splash screen is to be used the default or user downloaded splash screen 1 Always Off 2 Startup Only 3 Startup and No Signal FIGURE 3 54 SPLASH SCREEN TYPE SYSTEM CONFIGURATION COMMUNICATIONS Defines and controls how single or multiple projectors are linked with each Communications other and with a controlling device For 1 Serial RS 232 IN Options E detailed information refer to the Serial 2 Serial RS 232 OUT Options i Command document provided in the 3 serial RS 422 Options J Dealer Section of the Christie Website aana x S a ME 6 Ethernet Settings d 7 Broadcast Key lv 8 Front IR Enabled lv 9 Back IR Enabled 9 10 Wired Keypad Enabled v FIGURE 3 55 COMMUNICATIONS M Series User Manual 3 41 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation SERIAL OPTIONS Serial RS 232 IN Options 1 Baud Rate RS 232 IN 115200 Y 2 Serial Flow Control RS 232 IN Software Y 3 Serial Mode RS 232 IN 8N1 Y 4 Serial Protocol RS 232 IN Christie Protocol v FIGURE 3 56 SERIAL OPTIONS Baud Rate Determines the speed of communication to and from the projector on the RS232 or RS422 links The maximum rate for the RS232 is 115200 for RS422 it is 19200 Set the baud rate to match that of your controlling device such as your PC Refer to the documentation for the controlling device to determine the baud ra
122. o not affect the x y coordinates or gamut Default Color Adjustments Select the default values for the color adjustment without the Yellow Notch Filter Refer to System Configuration Geometry and Color Color Adjustments by X Y below for description DEFAULT COLOR ADJUSTMENT WITH YNF Select the default values for the color adjustment with the Yellow Notch Filter Refer to System Configuration gt Geometry and Color gt Color Adjustments by X Y YELLOW NOTCH FILTER YNF Refer to mage Settings Menu M Series User Manual 3 48 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE SYSTEM CONFIGURATION DIAGNOSTICS AND CALIBRATION Diagnostics and Calibration TEST PATTERN 1 Test Pattern Grid Y Choose the desired internal test pattern to 2 Grey Level 512 mm X display or select OFF to turn off a test pattern 3 Freeze Image C 4 Color Enable White v Alternatively use the key for cycling through test patterns 6 Input Peak Detector V 7 Input Level Detector 8 Input Level Value 512 mum GREY LEVEL 9 Aspect Ratio Overlay Set the level of grey for displaying in the full gray field test pattern FIGURE 3 63 DIAGNOSTICS AND CALIBRATION e FREEZE IMAGE Enter a check mark to freeze stop an image on a single frame Use this diagnostic tool to examine in detail a still version of an incoming image that cannot be frozen at the source For example in moving images it is sometime
123. ojector State LED State HadBot 00000 Boot All LEDs amber means please wait Mode 1 amp 2 Off lamps are off Amber AC is present but projector is off or standby Shutter Amber shutter is closed Warm up Powering ON from standby LEDs cycle green from left to right Normal Operation Lamp 1 amp 2 Amber lamp time has expired and lamp should be replaced Green projector is powered up and operating normally Shutter Amber shutter is closed 2 28 M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup Error Amber lamp time has expired and lamp should be replaced Lamp amp 2 Flashing Red lamp has malfunctioned Power Flashing Red error has occurred Details are displayed on the status display Software Upgrade in progress All The pattern will alternate between Amber Off Amber Off and Off Amber Off Amber Lamp Regeneration in progress Lamp 1 amp 2 Flashing Green the lamp is being switched off for its regen eration period to extend lamp life typically 15 minutes every 24 hours Power Green on or Amber standby Shutter Green shutter is open M Series User Manual 2 29 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 2 Installation and Setup CHAISTIE 2 3 2 30 CONNECTING SOURCES Sources are connected to the nput Panel located at the back of the projector Figure 2 24 Input Panel The Input Panel allows one image processor board and up to 4 input
124. onfiguration is useful if you are using a non RS232 controller with the RS232 linking available between these projectors For example you may want to use both an RS422 compatible controller and an Ethernet connected PC for working with a network of projectors linked via their RS232 in out ports 2 26 M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup FIGURE 2 23 COMMUNICATING TO ALL PORTS To isolate just RS422 communications select RS232 and Ethernet Joined In Figure Figure 2 24 Input Panel only projector 1 will respond to the RS422 controller To isolate just Ethernet communications select RS232 and RS422 Joined only projector 1 will respond via Ethernet SYSTEM INTEGRATION GPIO CONNECTOR The GPIO connector on the input panel interface Figure 2 19 Connecting RS422 provides a method of interfacing a wide range of external I O devices Refer to Appendix A Figure A 1 GPIO Connector for complete details on pin configuration and how to program the GPIO M Series User Manual 2 27 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 2 Installation and Setup CHExISTIE Serial Communication OPTIONAL Option Cards FIGURE 2 24 INPUT PANEL STATUS LEDS Looking from the back of the projector the LEDs represent from left to right Lamp 1 Lamp 2 Power and Status The LEDs will display the colors as shown below Pr
125. or gamut for this projector NOTE The values shown in one any of the displays Use the Copy From function to copy them into a User gamut in one projector PROJ e PROJ e PROJ amp Color Adjustments by X Y Color Adjustments by X Y Color Adjustments by X Y 1 Select Color Adjustment Max Drives 1 Select Color Adjustment Max Drives 1 Select Color Adjustment Max Drives 2 Cc Tempe 6521 2 tur 6521 2 Colo 6521 3 RedX 0 655 La 3 Red X 3 Red X 0 626 Em 4 Red Y 0341 I 4 Red Y 4 Red Y 0 350 ES 5 Green X 0 332 BH 5 Green X 5 Green X 0 331 6 Green Y 0575 EN 6 Green Y 6 Green Y 0 528 i 7 Blue X 0 144 7 Blue X 7 Blue X 0133 E 8 Blue Y 0 093 8 Blue Y 8 Blue Y 0 106 E 9 White X 0 320 9 White X 9 White X 0 323 10 White Y 0 330 10 White Y 10 White Y 0 359 11 Yellow Notch Filter v 11 Yellow Notch Filter 11 Yellow Notch Filter v 12 Auto Color Enable v 12 Auto Color Enable 12 Auto Color Enable vi 13 Color Enable Red 13 Color Enable 13 Color Enable Red 14 Copy From Max Drives v 14 Copy From i 14 Copy From Max Drives Mf Red X 0 640 amp amp H 5 0350 Record Max Drives Red Y 0329 x y values from one reer x 0 m menu Green Y 055 Blue A 0 127 Blue Y 0 100 FIGURE 3 72 Jor DOWN A SET OF MAX DRIVES X Y VALUES In each projector select a User color adjustment 1 4 to
126. ording to EIP A EIP B EIP C is below the stipulated levels in China SJ T11363 2006 RRBZASA SURE ZAHA MASA AHS SYE SIJ T11363 2006 MEN PR amp SR DAT o X indicates that the concentration value of the particular hazardous substance contained in all the homogeneous materials for this part according to EIP A EIP B EIP C may be above the stipulated levels in China SJ T11363 2006 RIBAS A SUA S UP EVABIERS I 13 oM SER B 88 Ay BEM SJ T1 1363 2006 MER PRE RK This part uses metallic alloys which may contain Lead AZ EM fS FI Ss amp S ME MARSA TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Introduction FLUS mR this Mantal oe Senseo eset view saute a a a alana se 1 2 Teel T DAD CUS OE k E Seer ie sete ipt on uii detenido Done noe topi tie reque 1 2 11 2 Typosraphical INODIHOTS etat ete RT E SUE 1 2 1 2 Purchase Record and Service Contacts eeeessssssssssssssssssssessseseeee nennen nnns 1 2 PS Projector OVErV IEW crecian r a a R 1 3 1 5 T Mam Beatles monan N r A T A 1 3 1 3 2 How the Projector Work Scerni dor p he nene Uber aE Ea dU ea E ERE RUM aaa up i edis 1 4 LA Oiler COmponcnts scissa o ae HE E ae es 1 4 2 Installation and Setup 2 Projector Quick Setup and Ts alana cs cea cine ee Oen ete aie 2 2 2 2 Detailed Setup and Installation as uec ie a a ince iudeatesinatodseaehewest 2 6 2 2 PADOU PTO C EOD sace orti e oae UD tet E E HD tun ine DRE te 2 6 2 2 2 Installation Considerations soiin eara e raanei eae r enia sa 2 8 2 2
127. output ratio follows that of the 2 Width 800 platform 3 Height 600 4 H Position 125r 5 V Position 9 125 6 Border ASPECT RATIO FIGURE 3 49 OUTPUT ASPECT This control allows the selection of one of the pre defined aspect ratios or the native aspect ratio of the platform WIDTH The width of the aspect ratio in pixels HEIGHT Defines the height of the aspect ratio in pixels H POSITION Defines the horizontal position of the output image in pixels V POSITION Defines the vertical position of the output image in pixels BORDER This control toggles an OSD graphic rectangle that represents the current aspect ratio e FREE RUN FREQUENCY This control sets the output video vertical frequency M Series User Manual 3 37 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation LENS SETTINGS e INTELLIGENT LENS SYSTEM Check this box to enable the Intelligent Lens System ILS When enabled the lens position horizontal vertical focus and zoom offsets are stored per channel If you change channels the lens position will change as the new signal is being displayed When ILS is not enabled the lens is controlled independently of channels or input signals Lens Settings Intelligent Lens System 9 Manual Zoom Focus lv Manual Lens Calibration x Auto Lens Calibration Iv Auto Lens Reset ORAON Lens Home Position Calibration Status FI
128. own NOTE After powering down the Status LEDs cycle and the LCD displays the message Cooling Down until cool down is complete WEB USER INTERFACE UI CHAISTIE l From the Main Tab Select Power On Main Input Projector Information NOTE A window will display for ee oe a da confirmation on powering down see Channel means rs EET igure 2 17 ES SE Test Pattern 2 Select Yes Color Enable General 2 2 9 Connecting Communications FIGURE 2 17 POWERING DOWN WEB USER INTERFACE REMOTE KEYPADS To control the projector direct the projector s IR remote towards the display screen or the projector s IR sensors Alternatively connect a wired tethered version of the remote to the XLR connector labeled as WIRED KEYPAD on the projector s input panel Note that response to a wired keypad must also be enabled in the Communications menu see Section 3 Operation for more information As an alternative to the projector s keypad or remote you may wish to communicate with the projector using a PC or other controller Such a device sends commands and receives feedback via serial links RS232 and RS422 or Ethernet communications to the projector refer to the Serial Command document provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website PN 020 100224 XX 1 SERIAL PORT CONNECTIONS RS232 and RS422 serial ports available on the projector You can connect a device with a serial interface such as a computer to
129. 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 checkbox will clear M Series User Manual 3 31 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Input Levels Auto Input Level L Red Pr Blacklevel 256 Red Pr Input Drive 256 Green Y Blacklevel 256 Green Y Input Drive 256 Blue Pb Blacklevel 256 Blue Pb Input Drive 256 Auto Color Enable 7 EN Clamp Location 0 Peak Detector 1 Color Enable x ca WU po C4 BN OT OM SY CX Back Porch v v White Y 3 Adjust corresponding blacklevel red green or blue until one black band appears 4 Adjust corresponding Section 3 Operation 7 Red example input drive red green or blue until one bright band appears 2 Choose one primary color at a time r3 Red example FIGURE 3 37 ADJUSTING INPUT LEVELS USING THE PEAK DETECTOR RED EXAMPLE SHOWN e COLOR ENABLE Select which color or colors you want to see in the display useful while working with color temperature white levels or input levels NOTES 1 nput levels apply for the current source only but for any color temperature used 2 If color temperature is set up based on the internal test patterns you can set up input levels for a given source so that it matches the color temperature of the internal test patterns A
130. r 8 User 4 Primary Settings submenu accessed via the Service menu password protected From the factory the projector can utilize any of the three pre defined color performance settings identified at right default Max Drives or colors can be driven on the basis of color temperature For most applications one of these gamuts will produce accurate and realistic colors from a variety of sources They can be applied at any time in the Advanced Image Settings menu Select Color Adjustment and are not adjustable DEFINING USER COLOR GAMUTS You may find the pre defined Select Color Adjustment options do not suit your needs For example you may require a unique color gamut range for a single projector or application or you may need to precisely match colors across multiple adjacent displays In such cases use the Color Adjustments by X Y or Color Saturation submenu to define the precise hue of each primary color component red green blue and white used to generate the millions of colors produced in displays You can create up to four custom color gamuts User 1 2 3 or 4 with these adjustments NOTE 77e two menus differ only in their user interface so use whichever menu best suits your needs and application A color meter can help with adjustments M Series User Manual 3 46 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE COLOR ADJUSTMENTS BY X Y Color Adjustments by X Y Use this submenu to create alter or copy
131. r a channel number the channel will automatically be defined as 07 Enter 07 to utilize this channel If you press any non numbered key the number entered up to that point is accepted and updated as the new value Press to cancel editing of numerical values 3 3 USING INPUTS AND CHANNELS The projector stores and recalls up to 99 different channels source setups for a variety of inputs This memory feature allows you to define and use a variety of customized setups Depending on what you have defined each physical source connection 1 e input at the projector can have several different channels associated with it NOTE See Section 2 Installation and Setup for a full explanation of how to connect sources to the projector HOW DO I SELECT AN INPUT OR A CHANNEL INPUT An input is a source physically connected to the projector describes the source signal and which input slot it is connected to CHANNEL A channel is a collection of measurements locations and settings that tailor the display of a signal to your specific needs Since source types and applications can vary greatly you will likely want to adjust and define a wide variety of parameters such as brightness contrast size etc in order to customize and optimize the display from or for a particular source For example the display settings you choose for a VCR source may be very different from those you choose for a high resolution computer source M Series Us
132. r accepts 1 S Video signal The first BNC accepts composite video only while the remaining three BNC s can be grouped to allow one of the following combinations e 3 CVBS sources on 4 5 amp 6 e CVBS source 1 S Video source Luma Y connected to 4 Sy and Chroma C connected to 6 Sc e YPbPr source component signal on 4 Pr 5 Y amp 6 Pb The video decoder input card has 8 LED indicators The PWR LED indicates that the module is installed properly and has been successfully configured The YPbPr LED indicates that a valid component signal has been detected on inputs 4 5 and 6 Component input grouping must also be selected in the projector s menu see Section 5 Operation The remaining LEDs are each associated with one of the inputs and indicate a valid signal has been detected on that input NOTE Refer to 6 Specifications for more details Video Decoder Input 108 310101 01 4 Pr R Sy 5 Y G 6 Pb B Sc CVBS CVBS CVBS 2 32 M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE 3 Operation This section explains how to operate the projector once it has been setup and installed Read this section and familiarize yourself with the components and menu options before using your projector e 3 1 Using the Remote Keypad or Built In Keypad e 3 2 Navigating the Menus e 3 3 Using Inputs and Channels e 3 4 Adjusting the Image e 3 5 Configuration Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls e 3 6 Working with PI
133. rate Networks do not communicate with one another 2 RS 232 and RS 422 Joined Serial networks are joined but Ethernet is isolated 3 RS 232 and Ethernet Joined RS 232 and Ethernet are joined but RS 422 is isolated 4 All Joined Network communications travel all networks FIGURE 3 57 NETWORK ROUTING LIST Separate Select Separate factory default to keep RS232 RS422 and Ethernet messages on their respective paths instead of being broadcast to the other types of ports refer to 2 Installation and Setup Figure 2 16 Connecting RS232 on page2 23 to Figure 2 23 Communicating To All Ports on page2 27 RS232 and RS422 Joined Messages originating from an RS232 or RS422 controller will be relayed to all RS232or RS422 ports Any Ethernet communication however will not RS232 and Ethernet Joined Messages to and from the RS232 ports will also be relayed to the Ethernet port and vice versa Any RS422 communications will be isolated In the case of multiple Ethernet sessions over the single Ethernet connector input on the RS232 port will be relayed to all Ethernet sessions however input from any Ethernet session will only be relayed to the RS232 ports All Joined All messages reach all ports regardless of type in the case of multiple Ethernet sessions input on one Ethernet session will be relayed to all other Ethernet sessions as well as to the RS232 and RS422 ports ETHERNET SETTINGS Ethernet Settings NOTE
134. rds as desired Cursor highlight Move with show2 AUN L alphabet Press numbers etc to select and go to next FIGURE 3 8 ENTERING TEXT Edit a character To edit a highlighted character use G and CY to scroll through the alphabet numbers spaces and punctuation available When the character you need appears press gt to select it the cursor will move to the next available character of current text NOTE A so enter numbers directly from the keypad Add or Delete a Character or Space To insert a space at the cursor location press 9 CX To delete a highlighted character or space press 9 CO M Series User Manual 3 13 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation show2 show2 A Press Press a to insert a space before to delete show 2 show FIGURE 3 9 ADD DELETE CHARACTER OR SPACE Press Enter When Finished To accept edits and leave the edit window press Enter NOTE Press at any time to cancel changes and return to the previously defined text Edit numerical values Enter numbers directly from the keypad to specify numbers representing projectors channels source setups or slots As each digit is entered it is inserted on the right of the field and the numbers already in the field are shifted on the left The channel numbers are defined with two digits for example if you enter only a single digit such as 7 fo
135. riangle shown here M Series User Manual 3 47 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation COLOR SATURATION Color Saturation bars p d color Select Color Adjustment Um bo abes RP taal oa ims NN Color Temperature 6521 adjustment can be applied by selecting it in Red Color Adjustment the Advanced Image Settings menu select Color Adjustment Green Color Adjustment Blue Color Adjustment Use this submenu if you do not have specific White Color Adjustment 97 color coordinates in mind and will judge color Yellow Notch Filter a f b ter Like the Color Auto Color Enable v performance by eye or meter Like the Colo Color Enable White O OO OOP WD a Adjustment by X Y submenu each color 0 Copy From Color Temperature control actually defines new x y coordinates for that color and changes its hue FIGURE 3 62 COLOR SATURATION 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 4 Color Saturation adjustment defines the corresponding x y coordinates shown in the Color Adjustment by X Y submenu These x y coordinates will remain stable for this User gamut until they are changed again via either menu Values displayed in the Color Saturation menu will fluctuate as you use the projector and will be different when you return to this menu in the future These floating changes d
136. rk you are communicating with a different projector To control a specific projector with the keypad press and then enter the three digit number assigned to the projector you want to use If you switch to a projector other than the one you are currently using the checkmark will disappear To broadcast to multiple projectors press and then again without entering a projector number Keypad commands will then effect all projectors present NOTE There is no method of controlling a group of projectors within the same wired configuration using the wired keypad exclusively since there is only one wired protocol available NOTE 1 The projector s address can be set in the Configuration Menu gt Communications Submenu D ENTER Press to selecta highlighted item to toggle a checkbox or to accept a parameter adjustment and return to the previous menu or image SO EXIT Press to return to the previous level such as the previous menu NOTE does not save changes within text editing boxes including number editing of a slide bar value or within pull down lists It acts as a cancel in these cases ARROW KEYS Use the COO keys to change a slide bar value or to select a different option within a pull down list without having to first scroll through options or navigate within a menu pull down list or text box COO Or CAD CO M Series User Manual 3 9 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation LENS H AN
137. s PAINT AND COLORS Skins Option Cards Faceplates Card cage Faceplate M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Mercury Lamp Hg 300 W min 370 W max software adjustable 150 W min 200 W max software adjustable 1300 hrs typical 370W 1500 hrs typical 350W 2000 hrs typical 300W 2000 hrs typical 200W 3000 hrs typical 150W 5 minutes max 20 deg max tilt of lamp axis from horizontal 561mm 22 1 x 500mm 19 7 x 247mm 9 75 680mm 26 5 x 650mm 25 6 x 458mm 18 2 of vertical adjustment on 2 front feet 1 of vertical adjustment on single rear foot 25kg 551b 34kg 751b 20 degrees allowable rotation about lens axis 20 degrees allowable rotation about lens axis 180 degrees perpendicular to lens axis sandtek black F63TXB11783 8703 Sherwin Williams Polane T polyurethane enamel Pale grey text silkscreen Pantone 421 matte finish Smooth black 63B12 10 to 15 degree gloss per 010 100594 Pale grey text silkscreen Pantone 421 matte finish Grand Century B711 T1856 gloss black Pale grey text silkscreen Pantone 421 matte finish 6 13 CHAISTIE Section 6 Specifications 6 8 RELIABILITY AND SERVICEABILITY 6 8 1 Reliability MTBF excluding consumable components 15 000 hrs Consumable components Air filters fans lamps 6 8 2 Serviceability Time to replace any option card minute Time to replace lamp minute Time to replace projection lens 30 seconds T
138. s available vertically This varies widely according to the signal watch the image while adjusting BLANKING This submenu consists of the following options Blanking Active Input Window 720x483 e ACTIVE INPUT WINDOW 1 Top Blank 0 This read only value indicates the current size of your displayed 2 Bottom Blank 0 data or region of interest as defined by the blanking controls 3 Left Blank 0 By default the projector automatically determines what portion 4 Right Blank 0 of its full resolution to use and pixels in the surrounding borders are turned off To specify a specific active input window size by adjust one or more 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 FIGURE 3 24 BLANKING SUBMENU M Series User Manual 3 24 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE BLANKING TOP BOTTOM LEFT and RIGHT Crop the image so that unwanted edges are removed from the display changed to black Blanking defines the size of the Active Input Window or area of interest Range of adjustment depends on the source resolution and other factors NOTE Blanking a PIP image resembles zoom For example left Blanking zooms the right side of the PIP image Right Blanking zooms the left side There are no black bars PIP Blanking Active Input Window 720x483
139. s difficult to observe artifacts such as external de interlacing resizing and signal noise Remove the checkmark to return to normal COLOR ENABLE Select which color s you want to see Use this while working with color temperature input levels or other special setup parameters Colors can be enabled disabled by entering the corresponding function code listed on the back of the standard remote keypad e RESERVED No Function INPUT PEAK DETECTOR A fast method for defining individual input levels and improving the accuracy of input levels set by the Auto Input Level function Enabling the Peak Detector activates a special operating mode for detecting only pixels that are considered black or white all other levels are displayed as a mid level gray When used with a 16 step grayscale pattern in which the two black and white bands are known to be at opposite edges of the image you can watch these isolated areas while adjusting individual black levels and input drives until both bands are just visible Images from this source will then display correct blacks and whites without crushing or washing out NOTE fusing Peak Detector with PIP both images must have the same color space INPUT LEVEL DETECTOR The Input Level Detector checkbox enables specific thresholds for blacks and whites Input levels that fall below a specified level value see below are displayed as black and all others are displayed as white To use 1
140. s in the image Without these pixels input levels may produce skewed colors particularly in non video images For a source exhibiting overly high black levels typically caused by a noisy source causing black level spikes use the Input Levels menu shown above These adjustments serve as a calibration process M Series User Manual 3 29 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation compensating for differences in sources and cabling to perfect the source image input levels and eliminate the overshoot and undershoot NOTES 1 nput Levels are of limited use with digital signals but do offer some ability to tweak poorly mastered source materials 2 Input levels apply for the current source only but for any color temperature used 3 Assuming that color temperature has been set up based on the internal test patterns you can then set up input levels for a given source so that it matches the color temperature of the internal test patterns AUTO INPUT LEVEL Use only if you are an experienced user and you have an unusual source that you feel needs further color temperature and or input level adjustment This compensates for incoming out of range drives white and black levels black that would cause crushing of light and dark colors in the image After entering a checkmark wait for the six slide bar values to stabilize then delete the checkmark and exit The Auto Input Level is automatically turned off upon
141. s mount rotate the lens clamp clockwise to lock the lens assembly in place 6 For added stability such as motion applications fasten the security screws see Figure 2 2 Security Screw Location provided on the lens mount using the tool provided NOTES 1 Recommended for heaviest lenses such as 0 73 1 and 1 2 1 2 Security screws MUST be installed when hoisting the projector overhead or installing the projector in an overhead position 7 Remove the large lens cap M Series User Manual 2 2 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE A WARNING Use of the lens security screws is required if the projector is hoisted or installed in an overhead position MOUNTS FIGURE 2 1 LENS INSTALLATION FIGURE 2 2 SECURITY SCREW LOCATION FIGURE 2 3 LENS PLACEMENT M Series User Manual 2 3 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup STEP 2 POSITIONING THE PROJECTOR WARNING 2 people are required to safely lift and install the projector Place the projector on a sturdy level surface and position it so that it is perpendicular to the screen at a suitable distance The further back the projector is positioned for the screen the larger the image will be To level the projector adjust its 3 feet With the projector positioned perpendicular to the screen the image will appear rectangular instead of keystoned For more detailed instructions on positioning the projector refer to 2 2 5 Projector Posit
142. s setting FIGURE 3 32 SAMPLING MODE FILM MODE DETECT Enable or disable film motion detection Only available for interlaced rr or segmented frame sources 3 PsF FIGURE 3 33 FILM MODE DETECT M Series User Manual 3 28 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE CHROMA LUMA DELAY Affects any incoming composite or S video signal delaying the luma signal intensity in relation to the chroma color In the image increasing the luma delay will move luma seen as a shadow where colors overlap to the right slightly with colors remaining in place Decreasing this delay will move the shadow slightly to the left If necessary for your current source adjust so that no shadows occur with adjacent colors ADAPTIVE CONTRAST Dynamically expands the contrast of the output image producing vibrant images with seamless response to scene changes and fades The slide bar adjusts the amount of adaptive contrast to apply with a setting of 0 producing no change SPLIT SCREEN 4 Off This control allows a snap shot of the main image to be presented on the 2 Side right side or lower part of the screen to allow evaluation of advanced 3 Top image processing features All resizing controls are honoured on both images However image processing controls such as Detail Sharpness Noise Reduction and Adaptive Contrast only happen on the left side or top image Changing inputs channels or test patterns will disable this con
143. same menu Since both features utilize the projector s double processing capability PIP and Input Switching cannot be used together For example fading a pair of PIP images into a new display from a different source is not possible For best PIP or Input Switching results use two different signal types as defined below Do not mix two signals of the same type SIGNAL TYPE DESCRIPTION INPUT LOCATION 1 5 BNCs RGBHV or YPbPr 2 DVI analog or digital 3 Decoded signals Composite video S Video or any video signal via Input 1 BNC connectors or via an analog option card 4 Analog Option Cards 5 Digital Option Cards 6 Digital Option Cards NOTE HD interlaced sources are not recommended for the PIP window Tips to keep in mind When using two digital signals or one analog and one digital the pixel clock frequency of each must be no more than 165 megapixels When using two analog signals the pixel clock frequency of each must be no more than 90 mega pixels Input switching may affect image quality in some cases M Series User Manual 3 50 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Section 3 Operation 3 6 1 Input Switching amp PIP Menu Input Switching amp PIP A 1 Main Input Video decoder Input card Slot 1 Input 2v Use the Input Switching amp PIP menu 2 PIP Input Analog BNC Input card Slot 2 Input 2 v to enable and define how you want to 3 Swap Main and PIP images use PIP 4 PIP Enable
144. solution of 800 x 600 No Resizing in an SXGA projector will use the central 800 x 600 pixels and have a black border the black border areas are unused areas see below If 800 x 600 signal If NTSC PAL SECAM 720 600 B variable borders If HDTV Image image cropped at sides If HDTV 1080i image cropped all around FIGURE 3 19 No RESIZING e 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 M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 For all sources 1050 Image 1400 If PC or non HDTV anamorphic signal 1050 nie 1400 FIGURE 3 20 FULL SIZE 3 22 CHRISTIE e FULL WIDTH fills the projector s display from left to right without changing the original aspect ratio of the image Depending on the source data at the top and bottom may be dis m 1050 iid carded cropped or the display may have black borders at the top and bottom called letter boxed incoming anamorphic if video 1400 1400 FIGURE 3 21 FULL WIDTH e FULL HEIGHT fills the display from top to bottom Depending on the source this may create borders incoming anamorph
145. t l entretien ou le nettoyage A WARNING FIRE HAZARD Keep hands clothes and all combustible material away from the concentrated light beam of the projector Position all cables where they cannot contact hot surfaces or be pulled or tripped over WARNING All installation and maintenance procedures must be performed by a qualified technician A WARNING Projector must be operated in an environment that meets operating specifications as listed in Section 6 Specifications M Series User Manual 4 2 020 100009 01 Rev 1 July 15 2008 CHAISTIE 4 1 2 AC POWER PRECAUTIONS A WARNING Use only the AC power cord supplied Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified voltage and power range Refer to the license label on the back of the projector or Section 6 Specifications for rated voltage and power A WARNING The projector is equipped with a 3 wire plug with a grounding pin This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact an electrician to have the outlet replaced NEVER defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug A WARNING Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Locate the power cord where persons walking on it or objects rolling over it cannot damage the cord 4 1 3 LAMP PRECAUTIONS A DANGER LAMPS MAY EXPLODE POSSIBLE BODILY HARM OR DEATH The lamps are under pressure and may explode causing physical injury and or
146. t on the LCD display then C42 to cycle to Boresight then Enter see Figure 2 13 Boresight Pattern FIGURE 2 13 BORESIGHT PATTERN 2 Focus the image on cross hair pattern I Evaluate the focus on cross hair image II and III If all 3 images are in focus no further action is required If boresight is required see step 3 3 Ifboresight is required refer to Figure 2 14 Cross Hair Pattern to understand how the adjustment screws on the lens mount affect the corresponding cross hairs on the test pattern 4 Usea 5mm Allen key to loosen the 3 locking setscrews on the lens mount see Figure 2 15 Screw Locations below NOTE The setscrews must be backed out several turns so that they do not contact the inner lens mount plate M Series User Manual 2 19 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE M Series User Manual 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 Section 2 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE 2 Fine tune the focus of cross hair pattern I by adjusting the appropriate capscrew see Figure 2 15 Screw Locations Adjust until the cross hair image is in focus with minimal flare Adjust cross hair pattern II by adjusting the appropriate capscrew see Figure 2 15 Screw Locations Adjust until the cross hair image is in focus with minimal flare Adjust cross hair pattern III by adjusting the appropriate capscrew see Figure 2 15 Screw Locations Adjust until the cross hair image is in focus with minimal f
147. te In an existing network of projectors if you discover that a projector has a different baud rate use the pull down list and select the correct baud rate using the key Do not scroll this control with CO or OO keys Serial communication is always eight data bits no parity Serial Flow Control Determines whether software flow control or no flow control is used when transmitting and receiving data on the serial port e PROJECTOR ADDRESS 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 appear here for example 004 in the menu shown below Numerical identity for projectors enables you to communicate with a single projector within a multiple projector application see also key in 3 Using the Remote Keypad or Built In Keypad If you make a mistake in assigning or changing the projector number press to cancel NOTE When multiple projectors are being used and you want to adjust the color for individual projectors to create one seamless image you must assign different numbers for each projector to allow switching back and forth between projectors while adjustments are being made M Series User Manual 3 42 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHEISTIE NETWORK ROUTING NOTE Not applicable for stand alone projectors or simple serial networks with only one type of controller and linking 1 Sepa
148. temporarily or permanently you should take the following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally Choose the installation type that best suits your needs front or rear screen floor mount or inverted mount FRONT SCREEN FLOOR MOUNT INSTALLATIONS Advantages Considerations Easy to set up Shares floor space with audience e Can be moved or changed quickly e Easy to access M Series User Manual 2 8 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE FRONT SCREEN INVERTED MOUNT CEILING INSTALLATION Advantages Considerations e Does not take up audience space Installation is more permanent e Projector is unobtrusive e tis more difficult to access the projector e Projector cannot be accidentally moved REAR SCREEN FLOOR MOUNT INSTALLATION Advantages Considerations e Projector is completely hidden Requires separate room or enclosure Projector is easily accessed e Installation cost is usually higher e Usually good ambient light rejection REAR SCREEN INVERTED MOUNT CEILING INSTALLATION Advantages Considerations e Projector is completely hidden Requires separate room e Usually good ambient light rejection e Installation cost is usually higher More difficult to access projector REAR SCREEN FLOOR MOUNT WITH MIRROR Advantages Considerations Projector is completely hidden Requires separate room or enclosure Usually good ambient light rejection Installation cost is us
149. ter by adjusting the motorized lens mount The amount of horizontal offset available depends on the lens installed and if the image has already been vertically offset Horizontal offset can be expressed as the percent of half the image width or the number of pixels of shift to one side of lens center Table 2 3 and Table 2 4 each show the horizontal offset of a lens type Refer to Figure 2 10 Horizontal Offset Examples Table 2 3 Lens Type and Horizontal Offsets HD 1080p 1920 x 1080 pixels Lens Throw Ratio Fixed Zoom Lens Part Minimum Offset Number Left or Right of Lens Center CHRISTIE ILS LENS 0 73 1 SX 0 67 1 HD 0 95 3 CHIP X 118 100110 XX 12 115 pixels DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 2 1 SX 1 1 1 HD 0 95 3 CHIP X 118 100117 XX 42 403 pixels DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 2 1 SX 1 1 1 HD SFL 0 95 3 X 118 101103 XX 42 403 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 25 1 6 1 SX 1 16 1 49 1 HD X 118 100111 XX 40 384 pixels 0 95 3 CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 1 5 2 0 1 SX 1 4 1 8 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100112 XX 42 403 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 2 0 2 8 1 SX 1 8 2 6 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100113 XX 42 403 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 2 8 4 5 1 SX 2 6 4 1 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100114 XX 42 403 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 4 5 7 5 1 SX 4 1 6 9 1 HD 0 95 3 X 118 100115 XX 42 403 pixels CHIP DLP CHRISTIE ILS LENS 7 5 11 2 1 SX 6 9 10 4 1 HD 0 95 X 118 100116 XX 42 403
150. ter a number greater than 9 e g press then 2 to enter the number 12 as a menu selection NOTE When entering numbers in a text field this button acts as 0 C2 HELP Press 2 to display context sensitive help Press C again to toggle the help window OFF M Series User Manual 3 7 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation MENU Press to enter or exit the projector s menu system esp ON SCREEN DISPLAY Press to hide the projector s menu system during use To see the menus again do one of the following Press and hold for two seconds Press and release followed immediately by CD Press Invisible menus are fully functional enabling hidden access to numbered features and image adjustments by entering the corresponding sequence of key presses on the keypad NOTE With OSD on you can still hide error messages and slide bars by disabling these options in the Menu Preferences menu SHUTTER Press and hold for two seconds to toggle the internal mechanical shutter blade closed or open with a single keystroke Or press and release followed immediately by O closed or CYO open to guarantee the correct state useful if you are unsure of the present state Alternatively press to toggle from the present on off state 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 shu
151. tes Always On Always Off or Timer The backlight will turn on again when any key on the LCD is pressed or if an alarm is raised LCD BACKLIGHT TIMER Set how long the LCD backlight stays on in seconds when in timer mode LCD BACKLIGHT LEVEL Sets the LCD backlight brightness level Maximum 25 Minimum 0 e AUTO POWER UP When the A C switch is turned on the projector will automatically change from Stand by Mode to Power On Mode The projector will switch the lamp s on without waiting for further actions DATE amp TIME Date amp Time The current year month day hour minute second 1 Dai Yr Mth D C h h Date r ay and timezone Changes here reset the projector s 2 Time 03 09 32 real time clock 3 Timezone Eastern Standard Time UTC 5 v FIGURE 3 52 DATE amp TIME M Series User Manual 3 39 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation MENU PREFERENCES l Menu Preferences Adjust the appearance content and or Large Menu Font location of on screen menus and messages Pap 43 TopLef 2 Horizontal Shift 6 LARGE MENU FONT Vertical Shift 32 a Display Channel List lV Enter a checkmark to enlarge menus and Display Sidebars z their text To adjust Menu Location to accommodate the increased menu area Display Error Messages Off 1v Splash Screen Setup AlwaysOff v OSD Transparency 0 Menu Type Basic Menu 1 Splash Screen Type Default Splash
152. that the projector will respond to an input signal from that source A new channel can be created automatically or it can be copied from an existing channel and then edited as necessary refer to Copy A Channel and Delete a Channel M Series User Manual 3 15 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation When you select a direct input CI e or Oy any existing channels in the projector are searched for matching input and signal parameters this only occurs if Auto Source is enabled on these channels If no match to the incoming input signal is found in currently defined channels a new channel is temporarily created based on factory defined defaults for this type of signal The channel number assigned is the lowest available number from 01 99 NOTES 1 An automatic channel will be discarded unless one or more of its parameters are changed and will not appear in the channel list see below 2 If 2 channels have the same distinguishing source characteristics except for the reversal of sync connectors i e H sync and V sync are switched they are still defined as distinct channels 3 You cannot define a new channel without an incoming signal USING A CHANNEL You can normally select a channel at any time by pressing see below If you want to hide a channel from appearing in this list you must edit the channel refer to Channel Edit Such a channel can still be selected by entering its number as shown below Current
153. the remote keypad ETHERNET Trouble Establishing Communication with Projector 1 Ensure any address changes have been saved and reboot to implement If you still have trouble establishing communications with a projector added to an existing Ethernet network the projector s IP address is likely in conflict with another address already in use Contact your network administrator 2 Ensure Ethernet settings are valid for the site All devices should have the same subnet mask yet unique IP addresses DISPLAYS The projector is on but there is no display 1 Was a lens cover accidently left on Remove lens cover 2 On the LCD display check that the shutter 1s open This will also be indicated by the shutter LED being green 3 Is the correct input selected Check cable connections 4 Check 1f menus appear on the screen 5 Can you access test pattern Ensure a full black test pattern has not been selected for display press Menu to access test patterns then cycle patterns with keys Check your source connections again Severe Motion Artifacts 1 Most 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 2 Set the projector to run in Free fun Open OSD menu and go to Input Switching amp PIP Ensure that running mode is set to Free run not to Frame Lock 3 Display a test pattern on the screen pressing the Test button on the r
154. the 5 Lamp gt Main menu as shown at right Press e at any time to ae PR g amp PIP display this Main menu 8 Language English v On the remote keypad enter the number corresponding 9 Test Pattern Off v h j ish C2 to the function menu you wish to access such as FIGURE 3 3 MARN MENU for the Image Settings menu Or use the WV keys on any keypad to highlight the desired option then press The corresponding function menu or pull down list of further options will appear With a function menu displayed enter a menu option number for any numbered option or use the GO CO keys to highlight the desired option and then press Enter Long menus have a scroll M Series User Manual 3 10 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE bar on the right 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 When finished with a function menu Press to return to the previous screen OR Press to leave the menu system and return to the presentation NOTES 1 f there is no signal present all source dependent adjustments are disabled 2 After 15 minutes of inactivity the projector leaves the menu system and returns to the presentation 3 The Status menu is read only ON LINE HELP Press to display summary information about the current menu or highlighted option Press again to exit Lamp 1 Lamp Operation Dual lamp
155. the correct action useful if you are unsure of the present state NOTES 1 Afier powering down the lamp cooling fan remains on for approximately five minutes to cool the lamp 2 Avoid turning the projector back on until it has been off for a few minutes Hot re strikes of the lamp will reduce lamp life TEST Steps forward through all internal test patterns After stepping past the last test pattern you will return to current input Press and then cycle by using the CO and arrow keys to cycle in either direction through the test patterns Press to return to the current input AUTO Initiates an automated process in which the projector optimizes critical display parameters such as size position pixel tracking etc for the current source These parameters are listed in Table 3 1 Auto Setup An auto setup can save time in perfecting a display and you can modify the adjustments as desired M Series User Manual 3 5 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation Table 3 1 Auto Setup Vertical Stretch Detail if video source Filter Input Levels NOTE You must have an unlocked channel present to use Auto Setup The best auto setup will be obtained under the following conditions Input levels it is best to have an image with saturated very Bright colors Phase high contrast edges are needed To determine active window size e Video images should have whites and blacks in the image
156. the network A controller or PC must also be connected to the hub see Figure 2 22 Ethernet Network Setup NOTE A wireless router can be used to communicate to the projectors via 802 11b g B509 7l RR S9 JE N Tl E Ramo LT RI LIAE To other Ethernet devices FIGURE 2 22 ETHERNET NETWORK SETUP SETTING THE PROJECTOR S IP ADDRESS SUBNET MASK AND GATEWAY Refer to Section 3 5 Configuration Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls CHANGING THE PORT On some Ethernet networks firewall restrictions may require that the port number of the projector be changed from its default of 3002 If so enter a new port number in the Ethernet Settings menu or include the new port SEPARATING NETWORKS By default communications originating from one type of serial controller RS232 vs RS422 vs Ethernet stay on the corresponding network path A Separate setting indicates this separation for Network Routing in the Communications menu refer to Section 3 Operation If you are using an RS422 controller for example it will communicate only with the projector to which it is connected unless you change this setting to either RS232 and RS422 Joined or All Joined COMMUNICATING TO ALL PORTS To relay all messages to all ports RS232 RS422 and Ethernet set the Network Routing option in the Communications menu for each projector to All Joined refer to Section 3 Operation This c
157. trol PIP operation must be disabled prior to enabling this control FIGURE 3 34 SPLIT SCREEN INPUT LEVELS Input Levels Turn OFF bef NOTES 1 Because the projector ps POS AME 1 Auto Input Level automatically optimizes input levels for all 2 Red Pr Blacklevel 256 m but the most unusual of sources it is 3 Red Pr InputDrive 256 mmm recommended that only experienced users 4 Green Y Blacklevel 256 mam Foren use the Input Levels submenu 2 Before 5 Green Y Input Drive 256 and correctly beginning check that overall contrast and RDUM eS 00 mm 7 Blue Pb Input Drive 256 5 brightness settings are near 50 and that p Aua Color Enable 17 color temperature is properly set up on an 9 Clamp Location Back Porch v internal grayscale test pattern 3 Refer to __ 10 Peak Detector V 11 Color Enable White Y Auto on page3 5 Good RGB or input levels that is the drives and black levels for each of the three colors red green and blue ensure that images from analog sources other than decoded video have maximum contrast without crushing black or white By default and in an Auto Setup the projector automatically determines the best input levels by monitoring image content and adjusting the controls appropriately further adjustment is typically not required to obtain proper blacks or whites FIGURE 3 35 INPUT LEVELS NOTE This automatic adjustment requires at least 6 12 consecutive white pixel
158. tter restores the image NOTES 1 The LCD display shows the current state of the shutter 2 The shutter is open upon power up FUNCTION KEY IF WITHIN A NUMERIC FIELD IN A MENU Use to enter a negative number IF WITHIN A PRESENTATION Press Func followed by two e 7 nec numeric numbers to enable a specific color or colors in the display see C 6 XC 2 Green Te rw on RN C 6 X 3 Bue right For example COPD will display only red and OD T OOOO will display green data Eliminating one or more colors can OO en l l l Magen help with certain diagnostics and setups such as when accurately CX ni l l S 4 White all colors overlaying one 1mage on top of another from stacked projectors p S NOTE Color enabling can also be implemented from numerous locations within the menu system M Series User Manual 3 8 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE PROJECTOR Press to access a specific projector within a group of projectors or to confirm if the local projector is listening The number in the Enter Number window indicates which projector is currently listening to commands and will match the projector number that has been defined in the Menu Preferences menu The Projector checkbox read only shows whether or not the projector physically connected to a keypad 1s listening to commands from that keypad A checkmark means that connected projector is listening if there is no checkma
159. tween adjustments to ensure that more distant projectors can keep up with the commands If you press a key while the projector is still responding to the previous action such as during power up the second key press may not take effect These are toggle keys which require you to press and hold or press twice or press and use the up down arrow keys The remote keypad controls the projector by way of wireless communications from a battery powered infrared IR transmitter Use the remote keypad the same way you would use a remote keypad supplied with a TV or VCR When making key presses direct the keypad toward the projector front or rear IR sensor One of the two IR sensors on the projector will detect the signals and relay the commands for internal processing A laser pointer is included in the remote keypad Refer to the key descriptions provided for the remote keypad see Figure 3 1 Remote Keypad WARNING Laser radiation is emitted from the laser diode in the remote Do not look directly into the beam of the laser M Series User Manual 3 2 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE REMOTE KEYPAD Test Display a test pattern Power e Turn projector ON or OFF Plug In for Remote Keypad Left side of remote keypad Slots Display the source from the next active input on the card in the selected slot NOTE If PIP is on Input keys affect the PIP window only Input e Select an active or inactive input on
160. ually higher Requires less space behind screen than other rear e More involved to perform setup screen installations FRONT SCREEN INSTALLATIONS In front screen installations the projector and audience are positioned in front of the screen which can be flat or curved Flat screens offer a gain of about 1 0 with a viewing angle just less than 180 This type of screen reflects incident light equally in all directions so the audience can see the display from various angles Curved screens have a gain greater than 1 0 with a viewing angle much less than 180 This type of screen does not reflect incident light equally in all directions instead it is concentrated in a viewing cone The audience sitting within the viewing cone area will see a brighter image than those sitting just outside the area M Series User Manual 2 9 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 2 Installation and Setup Curved JT Audience Coverage Audience Covera lil FIGURE 2 6 FLAT SCREEN FIGURE 2 7 CURVED SCREEN REAR SCREEN INSTALLATIONS There are two basic types of rear screens diffused and optical A diffused screen has a surface which spreads the light striking it Purely diffused screens have a gain of less than 1 0 The advantage of the diffused screen is its wide viewing angle similar to that of a flat screen for front screen projection This type of screen is suitable when a wide viewing angle 1s required but there 1s low ambient
161. urve This slope can be used to bring in or out the low level blacks in the image This slope combined with the gamma function define the custom gamma table M Series User Manual 3 33 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation DETAIL SETTINGS Detail Settings DETAIL 1 Detail 0 Adjusts the sharpness of the image Setting detail 2 Texture Enhancement 0 above the halfway point can introduce noise in 3 Detail Threshold 0 the image Lower settings can improve a noisy 4 Detail Overshoot 50 m signal 5 Split Screen Off Y TEXTURE ENHANCEMENT FiGURE 3 42 DETAIL SETTINGS Applies texture detail enhancement based on adaptive horizontal vertical and diagonal large edge and small edge enhancement processes DETAIL THRESHOLD 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 e SPLIT SCREEN Refer Video Options NOISE REDUCTION SETTINGS NOISE REDUCTION Selects a filter sensitivity to Noise Reduction Settings noise A higher value may 1 Noise Reduction 0 improve noisy sources but it 2 Block Artifact Reduction 0 will soften the image 3 Mosquito Noise Reduction 0 4 Split Screen Off BLOCK ARTIFACT 3 Top REDUCTION Locates and reduces block edges produced by discrete cosine transform
162. use 2 Lamp Mode Constant Power 3 Lamp Power 370 S Yellow Notch Filter Open or close the Yellow Notch Filter when closed the Yellow Notch Filter is placed within the light path FIGURE 3 4 ON LINE HELP THE GLOBAL ICON v options that include this icon apply universally Menu options without this icon apply to the selected channel only USING SLIDE BARS AND OTHER CONTROLS Most of the function menus allow you to change settings by using slide bars checkboxes and pull down lists Navigating options Enter the menu option number corresponding to the setting you wish to change for example press DMD to select Vertical Stretch in the Size and Position menu Move the highlight to the option desired and press Enter Move the highlight to the option desired and press OO to adjust immediately M Series User Manual 3 11 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 3 Operation You can bypass the menus entirely and use a single key to immediately access an adjustment during your presentation 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 Slide bars in menus The current value for a given parameter such as Filt 5p size or vertical stretch appears to the left of its slide bar icon adjustment iter window This num
163. user interface Advanced Lamp menu Try increasing lamp power 2 The DMDs may be overheated Check for an alarm condition on the LCD keypad display 3 Replace the lamp Flicker Shadows Or Dimness 1 Check lamp power through the remote keypad checking the Lamp menu or from the web user interface Advanced Lamp menu Try increasing lamp power 2 Replace the lamp M Series User Manual 5 2 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHAISTIE Section 5 Troubleshooting 5 2 4 LiteLOC Does Not Seem to Work 1 Ensure LiteLOC is set and enabled in the Advanced Lamp menu via the web user interface or using the remote keypad check the Lamp menu 2 If the lamp power has increased to its maximum in order to maintain a LiteLOC setting LiteLOC is automatically terminated If the values shown in the Lamp menu indicate that the lamp power has reached this over drive state either reduce your LiteLOC setting or install a new lamp 5 3 LCD 5 3 1 Blank Screen No Menu Displaying 1 The LCD should never be blank regardless of power state 2 Press any arrow key on the built in keypad The backlight on the LCD and the backlight for the built in keypad should turn on If the LCD is still blank restart the projector 5 4 REMOTE KEYPAD 5 4 1 Remote Keypad Does Not Seem to Work 1 Replace the batteries 2 Check if IR signals are received by the projector Pressing any key on the remote control towards the front or rear sensor the PWR status
164. y be to use a direct key from presentation level to go directly to a particular option without traveling through the menu system available for certain display parameters only For example press to access the contrast slide bar immediately Press to return to your presentation 2 To hide direct slide bars disable the Display Slide bars checkbox in the Menu Preferences menu 3 To hide the entire menu system from view turn off the on screen display by pressing 9 CD For a good and efficient first step in perfecting the image press Auto Setup 2 This optimizes critical display parameters such as size position pixel tracking etc based on the type of incoming source An Auto Setup can save considerable setup time and you can still adjust the image as described below M Series User Manual 3 20 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHRISTIE Use Auto Setup C The best auto setup will be obtained under the following conditions Input levels it is best to have an image with saturated very Bright colors Phase high contrast edges are needed To determine active window size Video images should have whites and blacks in the image Wide range video images should have content including white that extends to all edges of the image 3 4 1 Size and Position Menu Increase or decrease the size of your image 2s change its proportion aspect ratio move the l SIZE ANA PESHON image to a specific
165. y strikes the screen For example when a shaft of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image Images may appear washed out and less vibrant Avoid or eliminate stray light sources directed at the screen M Series User Manual 2 10 020 100009 01 Rev 1 07 08 CHEISTIE VENTILATION The projector vents and louvers provide ventilation both for intake and exhaust Never block or cover these openings Do not install the projector near a radiator or heat register or within an enclosure To ensure adequate airflow around the projector allow free air exchange to the projector with a minimum clearance of 25cm 10 on the left right and rear sides of the projector from any walls or other obstructions NOTE Do not obstruct the air exchange to the projector OTHER CONSIDERATIONS Other considerations and tips to improve your installation Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 40 C 104F Keep the projector away from heat ing and or air conditioning vents Changes in temperature may cause drifts in the projector circuitry which may affect performance Keep the projector away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors and trans formers slide projectors speakers power amplifiers elevators etc 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 overpower a room

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