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DLV1280 DX User`s Manual

1. Note that 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 in order to determine the proper baud rate See 3 7 Configuring System Parameters if you need help changing the projector baud rate from its default of 19200 NOTES 1 To avoid damage connect only properly wired serial communication cables See Appendix D for details 2 It is recommended that each RS 232 communication cable be no more than 25 feet in length Use high quality cables en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Back up or Split Networks In a typical network broadcast serial communications or messages destined for a specific projector travel through all serial ports in each projector regardless of whether the messages originate from an RS 232 or RS 422 source refer back to Figure 2 26 bottom example The communication path depends on the serial cabling connected at each projector You may prefer the option of two separate communication paths RS 232 or RS 422 in your network essentially creating a redundant back up communication path that can take over should a failed projector or controller prevent communications via the other path For this setup connect each projector to the next using both RS 232 and RS 422 ports Then enable the Split Network Communications setting in the Communications
2. FILTER Remove and replace air filter as necessary REAR DETAIL Optional Input RS 422 Ports o o o oO o o o N Optional Optional Composite Video S Video o N h o o o nN o h o E gt o o MITI MITT RGB Input Serial In Remote Status LEDs AC Input RS 232 Keypad Hard Reset Switcher Serial Out RS 232 RS 232 COMPOSITE S VIDEO INPUT OPTIONAL Accepts a composite video and S Video signal from devices such as VCRs RGB INPUT Accepts RGB and sync signals from devices such as computers as well as composite video S Video or YPbPr component signals RS 232 SERIAL INTERFACE WITH LOOP THROUGH Allows one or more projectors to be remotely controlled by a computer or controller and provides a communications connection for the Marquee Signal Switchers RS 422 SERIAL INTERFACE WITH LOOP THROUGH Allows one or more projectors to be remotely controlled by an RS 422 compatible computer or controller such as the Two Way Controller accessory RS 422 communications can travel greater distances than can RS 232 communications but require RS 422 compatible equipment A Ac LINE CORD INPUT Input power required is 100 240 VAC 50 to 60 Hz 9 amps 100 V Use the line cord provided with the projector See Section 5 A WARNING A Do not attempt operation if the AC supply is not within
3. access several options for testing 2 Freeze Image C and setup of images You can 3 Color Enable White v work with test patterns and 4 Odd Pixel Adjustment specific colors freeze an image for inspection and or access the Odd Pixel Adjustment menu for precision settings of offset and gain TEST PATTERN Refer to description under Geometry submenu COLOR ENABLE Refer to description under Image Settings FREEZE IMAGE Enter a check mark to freeze stop an image at a single frame This diagnostic tool is useful if you need to examine in detail a still version of the incoming image that cannot be frozen at the source For example in moving images it is sometimes difficult to observe artifacts such as external deinterlacing resizing and signal noise Remove the checkmark to return back to normal ODD PIXEL ADJUSTMENT For Odd Pixel Adi sources with Color Space set to dd Pixel Adjustment RGB only 1 Red Odd Pixel Offset 128 Adjust 2 Green Odd Pixel Offset 145 Offset Wan using certain ROB sources 3 Blue Odd Pixel Offset 128 first with still images Bes you may Need tO 4 Red Odd Pixel Gain 128 EEN adjust the normal gain or offset of 5 Green Odd Pixel Gain 116 IN Gain odd pixels in relation to even pixels 6 Blue Odd Pixel Gain 128 F This will smooth out very narrow 7 Color Enable White y 1 pixel wide checks or
4. en OPERATION Table 3 3 System Error Codes Code Description GENERAL 12 Software bug Contact dealer factory 13 14 15 16 Invalid interrupt Power off on If persists contact dealer factory 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 IMAGE PROCESSOR MODULE 1 32 Unable to program a device on Altera programming bus 34 35 36 37 38 41 42 43 44 45 47 Mixed Formatters 48 Download failure in display engine ___ POWER amp COOLING Fan 4 failed side fan top connects to J39 on ICM MOTOR CONTROL MODULE not in all projectors EEPROM memory has re initialized Unable to program the video decoder VDM If you encounter a system error try resetting the projector by powering it off and on again cooling if necessary Contact dealer factory if error persists N ele DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 61 Section 4 Maintenance 4 1 Warnings and Guidelines Labels and Markings Projector Location This projector is CSA approved and is designed for safe and reliable operation However safe operation cannot be assured by design alone installers maintainers and users must maintain a safe operating environment for the system Please read through and understand the following warnings and guidelines promoting safe usage of the projector A WARNING A Never look directly into the projector lens The extremely high brightness of this projector can cause permanent eye damage A warnine A Aa For prote
5. DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 19 INSTALLATION AND SETUP aT 2 7 Leveling Ee E u MME E 2 8 Zoom Focus amp Lens Offset Zoom Focus Lens Offset a 2 9 Serial Port Connections If using a computer 2 20 DLV1280 DX User s Manual For most installations the L lens surface of the projector gt v is parallel to the screen this o Peres prevents major keystoning of 7 j S the image i e an image i a m T ay with non parallel sides In ale addition the projector must lt D be kept level from side to PS liga A side in order for the lamp to Figure 2 21 Adjusting the Feet Height function safely To make small corrections to the projector s level rotate each leg as necessary to raise or lower For angled installations see Special Mounting under 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting earlier in this section Once the projector is properly set up and producing an image you are ready to make quick lens adjustments If you have a zoom lens installed turn the textured ring of the lens barrel to decrease or increase the size of the image at the current throw distance NOTE Do not touch the lens surface At the lens opening turn the focus tab until the image is as sharp as possible The projector should be positioned so that the lens is centered with the screen If you need to offset the image see 2 3 Projector Position and Mounti
6. Projector is unobtrusive It is more difficult to access the projector Projector cannot be accidentally moved en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Screen Type Rear Screen Floor Mount Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS e Projector is completely hidden e Requires separate room e Projector is easily accessed e Usually good ambient light rejection Rear Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Projector is completely hidden Requires separate room e Usually good ambient light rejection e Installation cost is usually higher Rear Screen Floor Mount with Mirror ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Projector is completely hidden Requires separate room Usually good ambient light rejection Installation cost is usually higher Requires less space behind screen than other rear screen installations Front Screen Installations While there are two basic screen types flat and curved generally flat screens are recommended for this projector Flat screens offer a gain of about 1 with a viewing angle just less than 180 Incident light reflects equally in all directions so the audience can see the display from various angles Because of the low gain flat screens are most effective when ambient lighting is reduced although this difference may be negligible given the high brightness output from this projector Flat Screen gain 1 sll Coin dience Coverage
7. DMD Decoder Detail Diffused Screen Display Setting Flicker Frame Rate Foot candle Foot lambert Gain or Screen Gain A 2 DLV1280 DX User s Manual A menu item that indicates whether an option is currently in effect checked or not unchecked A change in the tint of a white field across an image The coloration reddish white bluish greenish etc of white in an image measured using the Kelvin degrees K temperature scale Higher temperatures output more light See YCbCr or YPbPr The output of video tape players and some computers characterized by synchronization luminance and color signals combined on one output cable The degree of difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the image The alignment of the red green and blue elements of a projected image A projection screen which is slightly concave for improved screen gain Curved screens usually have screen gains which are greater than 1 but viewing angles much less than 180 Curved screens are not recommended for use with this projector A Direct Digital Interface signal can be supplied to the projector via an optional digital input module installed in INPUT 2 For example you can input an SMPTE 259M signal using a Serial Digital Input Module or input an SMPTE 272M signal from a Digital HDTV Input Module Digital Micromirror Devices used in this projector for processing red green and blue color data Located at IN
8. EMC Emissions EMC Immunity Operating Environment Non operating Environment Foot Cntrs Figure 5 1 Projector Dimensions e EN55024 all parts Temperature Humidity non condensing Altitude Temperature Humidity non condensing 100 to 240 VAC 10 50 60 Hz nominal 50 amps 9 amps 100V 900 watts High current 10 amp 500 watt Xenon Cermax 350 500 watts any vertical angle 15 horizontal 5 minutes 1000 hours to half intensity 100 line of sight 336 kHz AA 1 5 V Alkaline cells 1 yr Shelf 1 mo continuous use 21 8 53 4 cm x 27 68 6 cm x 11 9 30 2 cm 90 Ib 40 9 kg 148 1b 67 2 kg 21 8 gt I lt 6 4 gt fe un Tr 1 1 gt p 18 6 gt 1 Foot Cntrs CSA C22 2 No 950 M94 UL 1950 and EN60950 e FCC Part 15 Class A Conducted and Radiated Emissions e CISPR 22 Class A Conducted and Radiated Emissions 0 C to 35 C 32 F to 95 F 20 to 80 0 3000 meters 25 C to 55 C 22 F to 120 F 0 to 95 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 5 3 SPECIFICATIONS Se Standard Components IR infrared Remote Keypad includes batteries High current AC line cord User s Manual 9 64 hex socket ball driver Accessories Alternative Lenses Wired Remote Keypad 2 Way Controller IR Remote Sensor Marquee Signal Switcher Universal Ceiling Mount includes adapter CoRE Librarian fo
9. Lamp Hours with Lamp Counter which indicates the number of hours logged since the Lamp Counter was reset and which is normally used for rental projectors only NOTE As the lamp nears its limit as set in Lamp Limit a message can appear on screen to warn that the lamp needs to be replaced To make sure that this warning appears enter a checkmark in the Lamp Message checkbox located in the Lamp submenu You will need a long 10 Phillips screwdriver for this procedure A warnine Lamp replacement is to be done by a qualified service technician only A warnine Never attempt to remove the lamp when it is hot The lamp is under increased pressure when hot and may explode causing personal injury and or property damage Allow to cool completely and handle by the housing only A warnine Make sure to use the correct wattage lamp supplied by the manufacturer STEP 1 Turn off the projector Turn the projector off and allow the cooling fans to stop automatically before proceeding with Step 2 STEP 2 Unplug the projector When the cooling fans have stopped turn main power off and unplug the projector STEP 3 Remove the lamp door See Figure 4 2 Loosen the 4 captive screws securing the projector s lamp door Pull the door straight off to expose the lamp compartment Loosen 4 screws Figure 4 2 Remove the lamp door STEP 4 Loosen the spring loaded T bolts The lamp module is secure
10. The IR remote keypad uses four AA size 1 5V batteries preferably alkaline To install new batteries open the battery compartment at the back side of the keypad by pulling on the raised portion of the cover as shown Figure 4 1 Remove the old batteries and properly discard Wait a minute or two and place the new batteries in the compartment orienting the positive negative of each battery according to the labels in the compartment When batteries are in place replace the cover by inserting its bottom edge first and snapping the top into place Do not force NOTE Always wait a minute or two when replacing batteries so that the internal electronics discharge and can recognize the change DLV1280 DX User s Manual 4 3 MAINTENANCE 4 4 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter Lamp Replacement Procedure DLV1280 DX User s Manual Battery Compartment Figure 4 1 Replacing Keypad Batteries NOTE For this procedure you will need the correct 500W Lamp and Filter Replacement Kit manufactured by Christie Digital Systems The high brightness of your projector is provided by a 500W Xenon lamp permanently mounted inside its own protective housing For improved brightness this lamp assembly should be replaced after 1000 hours of use How Old is The Lamp The number of hours logged on the current lamp appears both in the Lamp menu accessed through the Main menu and the Status menu In the Status menu do not confuse
11. The projector will not turn on when is pressed 1 Make sure to hold for approximately one second Or press quickly and release and follow with aon Do both LEDs light at the rear of the projector Check that the power cord is properly connected at the wall outlet 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz nominal and that you are using the original high current 13A cable provided DLV1280 DX User s Manual 4 11 MAINTENANCE M 4 12 Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 Does the green Status LED flash with each key press If not the projector is not receiving the keypad s IR signals Direct the keypad at either the front of the projector or at the screen Also make sure that these paths are not blocked The batteries in the IR remote keypad may be weak Refer to 4 3 Replacing Keypad Batteries for instructions The IR keypad may have been disabled by a change in protocol See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion and 3 7 Configuring System Parameters The projector is on but I can t see display of source input 1 2 3 Was the lens cover accidentally left on Remove lens cover Is the projector in standby Press to clear Is an active source connected properly Check the cable connections And is the correct source selected Press input finputq input or input to select See 2 4 Source Connections and 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels for detail
12. 02 A 0 2 iDig 1st display Setup menu press L3 or a 03 E A 6 0 1 iSG 33 72k 60 00 move the highlight to the _ A Channel Setup option S location signaltype H syne V syne and press Ente The A locked auto source that appears in the Chan list An unlocked auto source that does not appear in the Chan list Channel Setup menu will appear see sample at right with the active channel highlighted Figure 3 8 All Channels Appear in the Channel Setup Menu WHAT APPEARS IN THE CHANNEL SETUP MENU This menu lists all channels defined so far and indicates how they are connected to the projector The far left column contains current channel numbers defined The values in the far right columns indicate horizontal and vertical frequencies if a name has been defined for this channel it appears here instead Remaining columns contain details pertaining to each channel setup such as its switcher number slot location a variety of icons indicating access to each channel and an abbreviated description of each signal type See Editing a Channel Setup for details DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 17 OPERATION 3 18 Copying or Deleting Channels DLV1280 DX User s Manual NOTE If you have more than a handful of channels use 42 and to see the remaining channels not visible in the initial display of channels SIGNAL TYPE Either channel list whether the key list or the Channel Setup menu identifies signal types in
13. 240 3071 246 3145 252 322 0 258 3294 264 336 8 270 3443 276 3517 282 3592 288 366 6 E 2 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Appendix F Optional Input Modules There are many optional input modules and accessories currently available for this projector Contact your dealer for a complete and up to date listing Marquee The Marquee Signal Switcher is a rack mountable signal selector which can greatly Signal Switcher increase the number of analog sources inputs available to the projector Connected 38 801050 xx to INPUT 1 a single switcher provides up to 9 more sources to the projector Additional Marquee Signal Switchers can be connected to the first with their input locations switcher slot selectable through the key on the keypad Switcher inputs can also be selected at the switcher by pressing the appropriate front panel push button or through serial communications See Section 2 ELECTROHOME MARQUEE SIGNAL SWITCHER Marquee Signal Switcher Features 0 gt gt S o gt ooo simple connection and push button control easy to see illuminated indicators 9 slots for analog interface modules RS 232 serial interface input for a wired remote keypad universal power input up to 9 switchers can be daisy chained together with a projector RGB500 Input Module The RGB500 Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal
14. Hint text Figure 3 11 Channel Edit Menu SAMPLE CHANNEL EDIT STEP 3 If desired edit the following channel setups in the Channel Edit menu 3 20 DLV1280 DX User s Manual CHANNEL NAME An alpha numeric label can be defined and or changed here Channel names can be up to 12 characters in length CHANNEL NUMBER A channel number from 01 to 99 can be changed here NOTE If 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 SWITCHER NUMBER 0 represents the projector itself Or if the input source is connected to a switcher the default will be the lowest switcher number available from 1 9 change here as desired SLOT 1 eeuti 2 lug 3 leug or 4 heag for projector inputs or current slot number 1 9 if the source is connected to a switcher LOCKED If checked all of the image settings for this channel are disabled If unchecked default all available image settings can be adjusted as desired You cannot use Auto Setup with a locked channel 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 is 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 Me
15. In the Green Primary menu for each remaining projector starting with the adjacent projector add red or blue as necessary until all green fields match the first both in color and light output Sometimes all projectors need color added other Green Primary times certain q Red 0 0 sds lt peace ae projectors will need 2 Green White Level 88 2 E Max 25 of 3 Blue 1 2 1 lt red and others will BIT Ts current primary need blue etc See 4 Next Primary 5 Lamp Mode Power y DENGNOTE Grot E Power 485 MHT affects the light 7 output of any color the most blue the Figure 3 33 Add Secondary Colors As Necessary least DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 53 OPERATION 3 54 All Projectors DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3d ADJUST NEXT Green Primary PRIMARY 1 Red 4 2 Blue Primary When all 7 Green White ite a a at Beers match ae Power l aS ane i select Next 6 Power 485 i Lamp Mode Powe Primary from power 3 the Green Primary menu The Blue Primary menu will appear and your screens will turn to a full blue field Repeat steps 3b and 3c for blue then for red For each primary adjustment add other secondary colors as necessary 3e RECHECK ALL COLORS Because one color may be slightly affected by settings used for another recheck all 3 colors to make sure your initial matching is still good Adjust if necessary NOT
16. Operation if you need help entering the number When the new number is recorded the lamp timer will automatically reset to O hours and begin to log time IMPORTANT If you neglect to enter a serial number the lamp timer will not reset to 0 and will therefore be inaccurate The lamp life limit may then expire prematurely NOTES 1 Once entered the new lamp serial number is also automatically added to the Lamp History submenu read only 2 Lamp life data is required for warranty claims DLV1280 DX User s Manual 4 7 MAINTENANCE M Filter Replacement Itis a good idea to replace the air filter whenever the lamp module is replaced or Procedure more frequently if operating the projector in a dusty environment The filter is located on the opposite side of the projector from the lamp STEP 1 Turn off the projector cool and unplug Before removing or installing a filter turn off the projector and allow to cool for five minutes before unplugging A warnine amp Unplug the projector STEP 2 Replace the filter eRemove the single screw securing the grille with filter to the projector eSlide the grille with filter up and out of the frame Slide assembly into frame on projector eReplace the filter in the grille Make sure the wire side of the filter faces away from the grille Grillo i e towards the projector Filter side e See Figure 4 7 Slide the grille with filter into the frame on t
17. are pe Use the RS 422 port ONLY if your or i system supports RS 422 serial both 3 communications Connecting to rt the RS 422 port with incompatible Ei equipment may DAMAGE the ff SDT equipment O O Ps RS 422 amp 6 INPUT 2 Kd INPUT 3 INPUT 4 O COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO O AB A A A O UO O UO O YV S GF LL Loop l Video Decoder Module 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE ED GREEN BLUE ee VERT SWITCHER ee ener a sine ae Figure 2 23 RS 422 Serial Connection to a Computer A wARNING amp Do not use an RS 422 port unless you are using a computer with RS 422 capability The voltage levels of this signal can damage incompatible equipment You may wish to use one or more external Marquee Signal Switchers or a third party switcher in order to significantly increase the number of sources you can select If you are using a Marquee Signal Switcher connect the switcher s RGB output to INPUT 1 and connect an RS 232 serial communication cable between the switcher and the projector serial port labeled SWITCHER refer back to Figure 2 20 The switcher communication link permanently set at 9600 baud enables you to access inputs connected to the switcher in the same manner as those connected directly to the projector For most other third party switchers connect and access sources according to the documentation provided with that switcher NOTE See
18. control to match primary colors from one screen to another NOTE Optimized for graphic sources The display is not rectangular 1 Check leveling of the projector If necessary try relocating the projector or screen so that the lens surface and screen are approximately parallel 2 Is the vertical offset set correctly Adjust lens mount as necessary 3 The Vertical Stretch option may need adjustment Also check pixel tracking I see posterized or banded images while using multiple projectors 1 Are you applying the Adjust Primary Colors CSC control for a video source This control is optimized for graphic sources and can sometimes cause a posterized effect in video images particularly when the primary color levels have been significantly adjusted To rectify forfeit some color matching quality or reserve the Adjust Primary Colors CSC control for graphics only ees MAINTENANCE Symptom CAUSE REMEDY The display is noisy 1 Display adjustment may be required Adjust pixel tracking phase and filter Noise is particularly common on YPbPr signals from a DVD player The video input may not be terminated Make sure 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 projector only The signal cables carrying the input signal may be of poor quality Use only good quality signal cables The distance between the input so
19. m Configuration 3 Inverted Front A enm Espa ol 1 Image Orientation 4 Inverted Rear 4 Deutsch 1 1200 2 Language gt 5 Italiano 2 2400 3 Menu Preferences o 4 Communications Communications 5 38400 5 Geometry 6 57600 6 Color and Uniformity 1 Baud Rate gt 7 115200 7 Auto Power Up 2 Front IR 8 Diagnostics Calibration gt 1 AorB 9 Reserved 4 Wired Keypad 2A 0 Service 5 Broadcast Key 3 B 6 Projector 4 Off 7 Split Network Not in this model Password Required Color amp Uniformity 1 Color Temp Setup 2 Adjust Primary Colors CSC 3 Brightness Uniformity Color Temp Setup 3 Tiling Setup 4 Reserved 5 Test Pattern Not in this model Blue Odd Pixel Offset sel 1 Off i gt 1 Red Red Odd Pixel Gain Select Color Temp 2 Checker 2 Green Green Odd Pixel Gain Interpolated 3 Gray 16 3 Blue Blue Odd Pixel Gain Red White Level 4 Gray 256 FAOW Color Enable Green White Level Sone 5 Cyan j n 6 Gray 6 Magenta Blue White Level 7 Black 7 White lt Color Enable 8 Convergence Copy From 9 13 Point y 0 Color Bars Geomet 1 3200K rt la eas 3 6500K 3 6500K 4 9300K Tiling Setup lt 4 9300K 5 User 1 5 User 1 6 User 2 1 Number of Rows 1 Max Brightness Lamp Hours 6 User 2 7 User 3 2 Number of Columns 2 Intensity Lamp S N 7 User 3 8 User 4 3 Projector Row 3 Power Lamp Message amp User
20. s unique row and column location within the videowall Any videowall begins with the top left corner display as Row 1 Column 1 See Figure 3 28 EXAMPLE Tiling Setu 1 Number of Rows 4 I 2 Number of Columns 4 1 2 1 3 1 4 3 Projectorrow 1 4 Projector Column 2 ee a 4 24 5 Resize Presets Tiled Full Sizev 3 2 3 3 3 4 a 4 3 4 4 4 2 Figure 3 28 Tiling Setup Example of 4x4 Array Resizing the Videowall Image RESIZE PRESETS When your multiple projector tiled array has been defined as described above select a desired tiled resizing method Sections of incoming data will then automatically map to the appropriate row column address in your videowall filling the wall with a complete image that is scaled as you have specified NOTES 1 Tiled resizing options are enabled only if you have defined an array of two or more projectors as described above 2 Use the same tiled resizing option for each projector in your array regardless of the number of rows and columns in the array 3 Whether the wall produces a black border or a cropped image depends on the aspect ratio and resolution of the incoming source e For each projector select Tiled Full Size to fully fill all screens in the wall Each section of incoming data will be scaled horizontally and vertically to fill the screen to which it 1 1 1 2 automatically maps See right Note this a Ca opti
21. such as the Serial Digital Input Module that accepts an input signal for display by the projector A method used by video tape players and some computers to double the vertical resolution without increasing the horizontal line rate If the resulting frame field rate is too low the image may flicker depending on the image content A small push button device for controlling most projector settings and operation For more information refer to 3 3 Using the Keypad A distortion of the image which occurs when the top and bottom borders of the image are unequal in length Side borders both slant in or out producing a keyhole shaped image It is caused when the screen and lens surface are not parallel The reproduction of the horizontal and vertical size of characters and or shapes over the entire screen When light from a projector is incident on a screen the light reflects from the screen such that the angle of reflection equals the angle of incidence The Line of Best Viewing is along the line of reflection The method of feeding a series of high impedance inputs from a single video source with a coaxial transmission line in such a manner that the line is terminated with its characteristic impedance at the last input on the line DLV1280 DX User s Manual A 3 GLOSSARY M Lumen Lux Menu NTSC Video Optical Screen PAL Video Pincushion Pixel picture element Pixel Phase Pixel Tracking Presentation Level P
22. the specified voltage and power range ee OPERATION 3 3 Using the Keypad IR Remote STATUS POWER LEDS Two LEDs light emitting diodes located in the lower right corner of the rear connector panel indicate projector Status top and Power bottom During normal operation the Power light is steady green and the Status light flashes green each time a key is pressed or when the projector receives a serial command Use the following as a guide Off Normal Steady Yellow Initializing Single Green Flash Keypress or serial command received Single Yellow Flash Keypress from the wrong protocol Continuous Yellow Flash Lamp expired replace the lamp Red amp Yellow Pattern System Error See 3 11 Error Conditions cas STATUS tee eee Power b eeseeQ aa I C1 m J um POWER LED Off Projector is unplugged Steady Yellow Powered down Steady Green Normal stand by or cool down Steady Red System Error code on Status LED identifies error Figure 3 2 Reading the Status LEDs NOTE A steady red power light accompanied by a coded pattern of red and yellow flashes from the status light indicates an internal system error See 3 11 Error Conditions Should the problem persist contact a qualified service technician available through your dealer REMOTE WIRED KEYPAD CONNECTOR 3 pin XLR For optional tethered remote control of
23. 0 Bottom Right Corner 9 4 Overall 50 0 Figure 3 37 Match Zones to Center Light Output Adjust light output of entire left side Look at center of side Adjust corner White Uniformity last each corner adjustment affects only this quadrant Examine test pattern Adjust light output in each zone as required matching center zone Do corners last Recommended 0 40 for edges e 0 80 for corners Step 4 Readjust Color Temperature level of red green blue in 8 Zones 4a Return to Steps 2a amp 2b and if necessary fine tune the zones so that they all still exhibit a single color temperature en OPERATION 3 11 Error Conditions User Errors Input Signal Errors Canceling Brightness Uniformity If you do not want to use or apply Brightness Uniformity settings delete the checkmark from the Uniformity Enable checkbox at the top of the Brightness Uniformity menu Occasionally the projector may encounter an error condition that interrupts normal operation Such a condition can be caused by an invalid user entry an input signal error most common or other system error If you would like to be notified on screen of such errors select the Screen option from the Display Error Messages pull down list in Menu Preferences menu If you would like to be notified via a serial communication only select the RS 232 option instead To receive both notification
24. 2 1 4 14 Definition 2 7 Sample 2 8 Tiling Setup 3 48 Resizing 3 49 Time outs 3 12 Tint Key 3 8 3 28 Toggle Keys 3 7 Troubleshooting 4 11 Two Way Controller 3 5 U User Color Temperatures 3 31 y VCR Checkbox 3 32 Vertical Offset How to Adjust 2 8 Vertical Offset Range 2 10 Vertical Position 3 26 Video 3 2 Formats 5 2 Video Options 3 32 Video Standard 3 32 Video Termination 2 16 2 17 3 33 Volume Key 3 8 W Warnings 4 1 White Boost 3 37 White Levels 3 31 Wired Keypad 3 42 Y YPbPr 3 28 Connecting 2 14 Z Zoom 2 2 2 20 3 1
25. 2 2 component HDTV signal YCbCr via a single SERIAL IN BNC connector The signal can loop through the SERIAL OUT BNC out to another device such as another projector Inputs are 75S terminated Digital HDTV Module 804611 _ SERIAL IN SERIAL OUT E 2 6 m 72 WS SS SIGNAL FREQ Features accepts a variety of digital HDTV 4 2 2 component signals YCbCr and de serializes into a parallel 20 bit 4 2 2 component signal 10 bits each for Y and CbCr SMPTE 292M compatible Two data rates 1 485 Gb sec or 1 485 1 001 Gb sec provides both a SERIAL IN and a SERIAL OUT BNC connector includes 4 status LEDs gt o gt o gt o The Serial Digital Input Module SDI can be installed in the projector at INPUT 2 where it accepts a serial digital 4 2 2 component video signal YCbCr via a single SERIAL IN BNC connector The signal can loop through the SERIAL OUT BNC out to another device such as another projector Inputs are 75S terminated Serial Digital Input Module 804602 SERIAL IN SERIAL OUT eel Features accepts serial digital 4 2 2 component video YCbCr provides both a SERIAL IN and a SERIAL OUT BNC connector includes status LEDs for signal and error en OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES DVI Input Module The DVI Input Module can be installed in the projector to display digital video input 38 804635 xx signals conforming to the DVI Digital Visual Interface standard single channel DVI I
26. 2 4 Source Connections Connecting a Switcher for complete details Serial Communications RS 232 NETWORK To control multiple projectors with a computer controller having an RS 232 interface first set them all to the same baud rate needed then chain the projectors together by connecting the RS 232 OUT connector of the first projector already connected to the computer controller to the RS 232 IN connector of the next projector in the chain INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 CO O COMPOSITE VIDEO LL LOOP ml S VIDEO 000 La LOOP SE coder Module 200600 INPUT 1 ED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT REMOTE en INSTALLATION amp SETUP STATUS y o POWER OoOe Leanne a Se Sete L swe I 9 pin D style GJ Wo W connections eeey y From computer or previous projector Figure 2 24 Adding Another Projector via RS 232 To next projector RS 422 NETWORK To control multiple projectors with a computer controller having an RS 422 interface first set them all to the same baud rate needed then chain the projectors together by connecting the RS 422 PORT 2 connector of the first projector already connected to the computer controller to the RS 422 PORT 1 connector of the next projector in the chain From computer Two Way Controller m or previ
27. 3 Appendix D Serial Communication Cables When connecting a projector to a computer another projector or a Marquee Signal Switcher use the appropriate serial communication cabling as illustrated 1 From projector to computer RS 232 For computers having a 9 pin AT type serial port Proj Network IN female Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connectors Ema Computer Shielded Multi conductor Cable male Wiring Q From projector to computer RS 232 For computers having a 25 pin serial port Proj Network IN female Wiring Standard RS 232 cable 9 Pin male to 25 pin female Computer male Shield DLV1280 DX User s Manual D 1 SERIAL COMMUNICATION CABLES ee D 2 T From projector to RS 422 compatible computer OQubwWn 1 5 2 4 3 Proj RS 422 _ male Shielded Multi conductor Cable r Male proj port Wiring 1or2 Tx Tx Rx Rx 12V GND e Wiring varies among computers Consult the documentation for your device e Generally the 12V pin 5 is not connected Consult the documentation for your device Connect Tx to Rx e Connect Tx to Rx e Connect Rx to Tx Connect Rx to Tx From projector to projector RS 232 Proj male Network OUT Wiring Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Conn
28. 3 56 DLV1280 DX User s Manual en OPERATION A important A Never change color temperature white levels in color matched applications te In the White Uniformity menu reduce each color light output level to 50 0 This decreases the light output from each color just enough throughout the screen so that any White Uniformity color level can then be increased 1 Left Side 0 0 later as necessary 5 eee a for matching light 4 output Pa tas 4 Bottom Edge 0 0 to zone Do not oS Top Left Corner 0 0 6 Top Right Corner 0 0 exceed 50 0 a 7 Bottom Left Corner 0 0 higher level will 8 Bottom Right Corner 0 0 likely interfere 9 Overall 50 0 lt Set to 50 0 with achieving Adjust light output of entire screen brightness uniformity and is not recommended See Figure 3 35 Figure 3 35 Ensure that overall light output remains well matched from one screen center to the next Where necessary increase or decrease Lamp Power slightly to recover center matches Step 2 Adjust Color Temperature level of red green blue in 8 Zones NOTES 1 At this point ignore the brightness of individual zones 2 Always ignore menu colors 2a On each screen compare the color temperatures in the 8 target zones 4 edges and 4 corners to that of the color temperature of the center Compare using a white field only and take note of any areas that do not match the center Also decid
29. 4 9 Interpolated 4 Projector Column ot 9 Factory 3200K 5 Resize P t Lamp Limit Factory 5400K Resize Presets Lamp Mode Factory 6500K Status read only Power Factory 9300K Model Serial Lamp Hours amp Counter Projector Hours Chan Name Chan Number Switcher Slot IPM Interconnect Panel Driver LCD HW SW Decoder ACM DLV1280 DX User s Manual Intensity Lamp History Change Lamp Lamp History Read only list Auto Setup Optimizes Pixel Tracking Pixel Phase Size Vertical Stretch Position Input Levels if analog source Resizing Presets lt Default No Resizing Full Size Full Width Full Height Anamorphic Tiled Full Size Tiled Full Width Tiled Full Height Tiled Anamorphic Lamp Serial Number Text editing box Sets to Default Contrast amp Brightness Auto Input Level off Blanking Detail Filter Luma Delay COOANOOAHRWNH Adjust Primary Colors CSC Cont d een MENU TREE Continued Adjust Primary Colors CSC Cont d Adjust Primary Colors CSC Use Primary Color Adjustment Red Primary Green Primary 1 2 3 4 Blue Primar Red White Level 5 Select Color Temp eh Green White Level 6 Red White Level 3 6500K 7 Green White Level 4 9300K 8 Blue White Level 5 User 1 9 Lamp 6 User 2 7 User 3 8 User 4 9 Interpolated Red White Level Green White
30. 94 see Menu Preferences later in this section 05 0 1 p4WH Fred s computer Shown at right is a sample channel list available from rer channel signal type H and V frequencies location or channel name In order to use channels Eran on the keypad you must first create them See below To use a new source with the projector a new channel must be added to projector memory so that the projector will respond properly to an input signal from that source in the future A new channel can be created automatically as described here or it can be copied from an existing channel and then edited as necessary see Copying or Deleting Channels later in this section When you select a direct input press reu or freu noug nut or fnewg the existing channels in the projector are searched for matching input and signal parameters If no match to the incoming input signal is found in the currently defined channels a new ee OPERATION What Channels Are Defined So Far channel is temporarily created based on factory defined defaults for this signal The channel number assigned to this channel 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 two channels have the same distinguishing source characteristics except for the reversal of sync connectors i e H sync and V sync are switc
31. Figure 2 1 Audience Coverage with Flat Screen NOTE Lenses for this projector are designed primarily for use with flat screens but the projector depth of field range allows the lens to be focused on curved screens as well While focus remains sharp in the corners there may be significant pincushion distortion primarily at the top of the 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 The main advantage of the diffused screen is its wide viewing angle similar to that of a flat screen for front screen projection 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 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 3 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ME 2 4 Screen Size Screen Aspect Ratio DLV1280 DX User s Manual To summarize optical screens are better suited for brightly lit rooms where the audience is situated within the viewing cone Diffused screens may be better suited when a wide viewing angle is required but there is low ambient room lighting Screen size may be from 5 to 40 feet diagonal depending on lens you are using For instance a 1 2 1 lens can produce a 5 to 30 foot image size whereas a 4 7
32. INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 Although the color space for such a signal is automatically determined by the projector in some circumstances you may wish to override this and manually set a different color space NOTE For digital signals or for signals connected to INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 the color space function is entirely automatic and the pull down list disabled The current color space appears in the Image Settings menu Press ENTER to select a different option e Select RGB unless you are using component video at INPUT 1 or 2 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 initially recognize them as RGB and will incorrectly decode their color information as YPbPr video These signals can include e RGB signals in NTSC PAL SECAM frequency ranges e Scan doubled sync on green e Scan quadrupled sync on green For these signals change the Color Space to RGB then define a new channel for future use Color Setup Color Setup Select this submenu to work with aspects of color adjust for t Solor ae saturation and overall hue in video 3 Select Color Temp 6500K a signals or adjust gamma or 4 interpolated Color 6500K Ti temperature in any signal 5 Sa MAN 6 Color Temp Setup COLOR Color adjusts the color saturation level or the amount o
33. O COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO O vic Y c M pe s LA IN UO O O Video Decoder LL 100P ml Le Loop e Module 804600 INPUT 1 RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT STATUS POWER O From S Video n From S Video Source Source Use 4 pin mini DIN or BNCs as inputs NOT BOTH Figure 2 16 Connecting S Video ji ka a L sync I NOTE Ifyou want to loop an S video signal through to another projector or display device see Video Loop Through below DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 15 INSTALLATION AND SETUP SS 2 16 Video Loop Through DLV1280 DX User s Manual To loop a single incoming video signal input connected at the video decoder through to another projector or display device use the empty connector s adjacent to this same input as described below Composite Video Loop Through CONNECTIONS See Figure 2 17 From your source connect a composite video signal to INPUT 3 using either the small phono plug or the adjacent BNC Connect a second cable from whichever INPUT 3 connector is free to one of the composite video inputs of the next display device or projector Continue this looping method for each projector using either the phono plug or the adjacent BNC as input into INPUT 3 then using the other connector as an output i e loop through Whether you use the BNC or the phono plug as input or output depends on the type of cable you have on hand and what typ
34. SELECT GREEN PRIMARY SUBMENU In the Adjust Primary Color CSC menu 3b 3c lt Menu 7 W Adjust Primary Colors CSC select the Green Primar y option aed a Green White a a dl 1 2 3 4 5 Color Temperature _User 1 T Blue 0 0 The Green 6 Red White Level 90 2 Next Primary 7 8 9 U a Use Primary Color Adjustment ed Primary Green Primary Green White Level 90 2 Lamp Mode Powet Primary menu Blue White Level 90 2 i Power 485 will appear and Lamp ise primary colors or defaults If used Default Gamma is applied ind cannot be changed your screens Green Field will turn to a full green field See Figure 3 31 Figure 3 31 Go to the Green Primary Menu with Green Field MATCH GREEN LIGHT Green Primary OUTPUT Compare ee ee z Green White al oz i lt Red he dimmest In th 2 Green White Level 88 2 MIEHEN lt Reduce as Green Primary nem W Blue 12 poe ee 4 Next Primary ty for each remaining 5 Lamp Mode Power matches projector reduce the 6 Power 485 M Green White Level as 7 necessary until all arcen light output Figure 3 32 Reduce Primary White Level if Necessar appears to match See d right MATCH GREENS Compare green fields and choose the least saturated green i e the screen which you feel is furthest from pure green and leans slightly toward yellow or blue
35. Setup submenu However if you require extra color temperatures you can also add up to five custom color temperatures four User and one Interpolated Color by defining them within the Color Temperature Setup menu each defaults to 6500K until then Any User or Interpolated Color temperature created here is immediately applied or it can be selected at any time from the Color Setup menu as usual regardless of your source or channel Use of the Color Temperature Setup menu is described below NOTE For best results use an internal grayscale test pattern when working with color temperature Color Temperature Setup Disabled unless Current Interpolated L 1 Color Temp 6500K E color temp is selected 2 terpolateg 9921 Select from list 3 Red Whi Disabled 4 Gre 1 3200K unless 5 Blue WI Je 0 0 2 5400K User is gt 3 6500K pales 6 Color Enable White 4 9300K o Copv From 9300 5 User ad 6 User2 Replace the current User temperature if shown 7 User3 at the top of the menu with this color temperature 8 User4 9 Interpolated Figure 3 15 Color Temperature Setup Menu SELECT COLOR TEMP See Figure 3 15 Upon opening the Color Temperature Setup menu the current temperature appears as the top option You can change to a different color temperature here as desired just as in the Image Settings menu Note that selecting a User color temperature enables
36. a test 2 Checker pattern 3 Gray16 4 Gray256 SHORTCUT Use key 5 5 ray Black Convergence 13 Point Color Bars Geometry Serom Color and Uniformity Use the options in the Color and Uniformity submenu Color and Uniformity to define color temperature and primary color hues 1 Color Temp Setup and or to achieve consistent brightness throughout all 2 Adjust Primary Colors CSC display areas This submenu is typically used only in 3 Brightness Uniformity multiple projector applications that require precise matching between adjacent displays COLOR TEMP SETUP See Image Settings This function is offered in multiple menu locations for convenient access ADJUST PRIMARY COLORS This feature sometimes called color space conversion enables precise matching of color hue and intensity in multi screen environments so that a wall of images is as consistent as possible Selecting this option activates the Adjust Primary Colors CSC submenu where for each projector you can adjust and judge by eye the specific hue or cast of its individual primary colors red blue and green so that resulting full color images will be closely matched from screen to screen Primary color adjustments affect all sources and can be applied or disabled at any time by entering or deleting a checkmark at the top of the Adjust Primary Colors CSC submenu offering a quick and flexible method of color control For complete step by step ins
37. according to the signal watch the image while adjusting Lens Control Not in this projector Blanking Top Bottom Left or Right Blanking This submenu blanks turns to black the top bottom 1 Top Blank 8 left or right edge of the image so that any unwanted 2 Bottom Blank 4 information is cropped from view For example when 3 Left Blank 18 di 4 Right Blank 1 isplaying native size video you may want to blank out a few of the top lines PLL Loop Gain This control changes the relative offset to the default gain The default PLL Phase Lock Loop Gain setting of 10 is set automatically with a Pixel Tracking adjustment and is correct in most cases In rare instances such as if your image exhibits tearing or flag waving increase the PLL loop gain setting as necessary Or if your image is unstable and breaks up this may indicate that the PLL loop gain setting is either too high or too low PLL Loop Gain affects the current channel only Keystone Not available in this projector Plug amp Display EDID NOTE Requires optional DVI Input Module Disabled for all other inputs By default the Plug amp Display option detects an incoming digital flat panel video signal and displays it in the native resolution of your projector If you have additional daisy chained projectors 1 1024x768x60Hz 2 1024x768x120Hz they will display in this resolution as well If you
38. as ar 2 Lamp Limit 1000 E prefer such as maintaining a specific intensity 3 Lamp Mode Power light output or power level and define the 4 Power 500 expected lamp life Read only information 5 Intensity 374 includes the lamp serial number and age 6 Lamp History 7 Change Lamp NOTE See 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and f Filter for complete instructions on installing a Figure 3 24 Lamp Menu new lamp in the projector LAMP HOURS shows the number of hours logged on the current lamp Whenever you record a new lamp serial number this read only value automatically resets to 0 where it begins to log time for the new lamp Lamp Hours also appears in the Status menu LAMP S N is the serial number recorded for the current lamp When you install a new lamp and enter its serial number the read only number will appear here Enter a checkmark for LAMP MESSAGE if you want to enable a warning message upon power up that the lamp has reached the specified lamp limit and should be replaced Delete the checkmark if you do not want to see this warning instead when your lamp expires only the status information on the back of the projector will warn that the lamp limit has expired NOTES 1 It is recommended that the Lamp Message checkbox remain enabled 2 When a lamp warning message appears press to temporarily cancel the en OPERATION message The message will continued to appear upon power up until you install a new lamp S
39. as from DVD or analog HDTV sources to INPUT 1 use the red green and blue BNCs as described in YPbPr Signals later in this section INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO Y c im A A fideo Decoder LL Loop I LL Loop Module 80461 300 INPUT 1 REMOTE RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT AA AA D SS y STATUS O eccce L lecccel levee YN aT Qp qee eee be rower l L sync d BNC IA connectors RGB and Sync signals from source Figure 2 13 Connecting RGB Input DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 13 INSTALLATION AND SETUP YPbPr Signal COMPONENT VIDEO Composite Video 2 14 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Connect a YPbPr signal component video to INPUT 1 as shown in Figure 2 14 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO c e0 00O Video Decoder L_ Loop l Loom Module 804600 YPbPr signals are also known as a REMOTE Component RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT YUV status Seana ieusea ly lesen Y RY BY OOO ca OE P be rown Se L sync J BNC connectors WW Signals from YPbPr source Figure 2 14 Connecting YPbPr Signal NOTES 1 If for some reason the projector fails to recognize a YPbPr signal specify this Color Space option within the Image Settings menu See 3 6 Adjusting th
40. immediately access an adjustment during your presentation note applies only to options having their own key such as Color Tint Detail Contrast Brightness Volume Pixel and Position Once selected change the setting as desired see below and press to save and return to the current function menu Slidebars in menus The current value for a given parameter such as size or vertical stretch appears to the left of its slidebar icon window This number often expresses a percentage or it may have units associated with it such as pixels degrees Kelvin etc depending on the specific option Press lt or to gradually adjust the setting up or down both the number and the length of the bar change accordingly for continuous adjustment Filter 5 en OPERATION hold down the desired arrow key Or press to activate a slidebar text box for specific number entry via the keypad then press Ee or 42 or gt to save or press to cancel Double slidebars In double slidebars such as the pixel tracking pixel phase double slidebar i Adjust with lt or position D amp H Position 538 adjust the top slidebar with or H V Position 414 as desired When you have D finished with the top slidebar whether Adjust with or changed or not adjust the bottom slidebar with or Fo When you are done press to return to your presentation For fast continuous adjustments hold down the desired arrow k
41. instead 2 VIDEO Performs 15 kHz NTSC PAL video de interlacing regardless of signal type Note that this option utilizes 8 bit processing 3 GRAPHICS HDTV Performs basic de interlacing and scaling regardless of signal type Note that this option utilizes 8 bit processing 4 MINIMUM DELAY Not available in this projector 5 ADVANCED 10 BIT ADP Uses 10 bit processing instead of the standard 8 bit processing provided in the projector resulting in smoother and clearer details in video images This feature requires installation of optional internal hardware the Advanced Digital Processing Module and is disabled unless this module is present It activates full source to screen 10 bit processing for a digital video source typically connected via the optional Serial Digital Input Module or the Digital HDTV Input Module INPUT 2 Images from analog signals INPUT 1 3 or 4 will also be noticeably improved however these signals are first converted with 8 bit processing before routing through the ADP module Motion Filter This control is most useful for smoothing out moving gt 1 Auto images from interlaced sources In most cases the 2 Still Video proper Motion Filter setting is automatically hay determined according to the type of incoming source 5 Graphics signal However if your source is noisy and or 6 Motion inconsistent you may wish to force a setting to ensure stable processing for this source if de
42. menu Baud Rate 38400 for each projector present so that RS Bronte Alor Banas 232 communications remain on RS BackIR Aob vl 232 paths only and RS 422 Wired Keypad AorB Y communications remain on RS 422 Broadcast Key lt OFF paths only Figure 2 27 Each Projector 003 projector can then receive and send onm 7 Split Network x either type of message depending on which controller initiates the commands should one path fail the second back up network path can be used Only one network should be active at a given time as determined by the controller whether it is RS 232 or RS 422 Note that the Broadcast Key option is OFF Figure 2 27 Enable Split Network A IMPORTANT Whenever downloading new projector software to networks use a single route network only DISCONNECT any redundant serial cabling and UNCHECK the Split Network checkbox for each projector Two Different Splits There are two different split network configurations possible Figure 2 28 Set up whichever option best suits your application needs A SPLIT NETWORK WITH ONE CONTROLLER If you have a single controller and want a back up serial link connect one controller standard e g RS 232 to one physical end of the network and the other controller standard e g RS 422 at the other physical end of the network Make sure the Split Network option is enabled in the Communications menu If a pr
43. port Wiring Switcher OUT male port D 4 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Appendix E Throw Distance Always consult this Appendix when planning a projector installation See also 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting Calculating Throw Distance Correct throw distance depends on the screen size and lens present the larger the image needed the greater the distance you must allow between the lens and screen Once you know the screen size and lens type present you can calculate the precise throw distance you require by using the Throw distance is measured from appropriate formula as screen to front feet of projector found in this appendix Throw distance is the distance between the projector front feet and the screen This measurement is not necessarily parallel to the floor i e the projector Screen Throw Distance __ gt on and screen may be inclined centers NOTE If your projector is tilted up or down in relation to the screen as is sometimes the case for large venues or elevated installations throw distance still represents the smallest measurement between the screen and front feet center axes Pre calculated throw distances for the standard lens and screen sizes appear on the following page Refer to this chart to quickly determine the proper throw distance 5 for yo
44. reflect equally in all directions Most light is reflected in a conical volume centered around the line of best viewing Maximum brightness is perceived if you are within the viewing cone defined by the horizontal and vertical viewing angles The color temperature of white used by the projector The area of an image that is white only For example a full white field is an image that is white everywhere A 10 white field is a white area usually rectangular that occupies 10 of the image the remaining 90 is black A high end digital component video signal A high end analog component video signal Sometimes called YUV Component or Y R Y B Y the YPbPr signal by passes the video decoder in this projector See YPbPr The adjustment of image size by means of a zoom lens Appendix B Keypad Reference Cable gt Optional Wired Kypd only Pixel e Adjust pixel tracking and phase Position e Adjust image position Color e Adjust color intensity video only Tint e Adjust red green balance hue Video Contrast e Adjust difference between light dark Brightness e Adjust amount of light in image Enter e Select a highlighted menu item e Change a value e Accept a changed value Arrow Keys e Move highlight within menu e Adjust a setting up down Input e Select other switcher slot location Number Keys a Enter a number such as channel input projector etc Shut
45. s Manual black and white image for example If the color level is too high colors will be overpowering and unrealistic Use and until the desired color saturation level is displayed The key has no effect when the ADP option is installed Tint Press to adjust the red green color hue for true color reproduction of NTSC video or HDTV signals For best results adjust tint while displaying an external test pattern otherwise it is recommended that tint remain at its default setting Use lt and until the desired tint is displayed Detail Press to adjust the sharpness of a video image it is of limited use for non video Use lt and until the display is as sharp as desired keeping in mind that any level of detail above 3 will also introduce a certain degree of noise in the image Set below 3 to filter the signal and remove noise from a noisy source Contrast Press to change the amount of white in your images Use lt and until you reach the desired level of contrast for best results start low and increase so that whites remain bright but are not distorted or tinted and that light areas do not become white 1 e are crushed Conversely low contrast causes dim images See 3 6 Adjusting the Image Image Settings subsection Brightness Press to increase or decrease the amount of black in the image Use and until you reach the desired level of contrast for best results start high and decrease so th
46. specified voltage only Do not overload power outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or shock hazards The projector is equipped with a three wire plug having a third 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 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug Before unplugging the power cord make sure the internal lamp cooling fans have shut off these fans automatically shut off when the projector has adequately cooled down Slots and openings in the projector provide ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to prevent overheating these openings must never be blocked or covered The projector should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register The projector should not be placed in an enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided 4 2 4 3 Servicing A Cleaning Lens Lamp Case Replacing Keypad Batteries MAINTENANCE Do not push objects of any kind into the projector through the ventilation openings They may touch dangerous voltages or short out components resulting in a fire or shock hazard Do not spill liquids of any kind into the projector Should an accidental spill occur immediately unplug the projector and have it serviced by a qualified service technician If any of the following conditions exist immediately unplug the projector fro
47. square 5 4 see right Although image size and image aspect ratio can both be ri 5 adjusted quickly through projector software it is still a good idea to choose a screen aspect ratio which is most appropriate for your intended applications Ideally to exactly fill a screen with an image the aspect ratio of the screen should be the same as the aspect ratio of the image which can depend on the source in use For example standard video from a VCR has a 4 3 ratio approximately whereas a high resolution graphics signal typically has a 5 4 aspect ratio By default DLV 280 DX images will be as large as possible and with the exception of graphics sources will maintain their aspect ratio Figure 2 2 Aspect Ratios of 4 3 and 5 4 Note that with a few exceptions sources with less than 1280 x 1024 resolution have a 4 3 aspect ratio The normal aspect ratio for 1280 x 1024 sources is 5 4 en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Ideal Room Lighting Using a 5 4 Screen recommended With one exception XGA images will by default tesize to 5 4 and fill an SXGA screen The exception illustrated in Figure 2 3 is that video signals will retain their 4 3 aspect ratio to fill the screen increase Vertical Stretch in order to slightly expand the image at the top and bottom For details see 3 6 Adjusting the Image Figure 2 3 Adjusting a Video Image Expand vertical software control Using a 4 3 Screen If you are
48. that up to 54 of the image can be projected to one side of the lens center Keep in mind that precise offset ranges depend on the specific lens you are using where the true lens center is located without offset and whether or not you are offsetting both horizontally as well as vertically See Table 2 1 and Figure 2 10 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 9 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ME 2 10 Table 2 1 Maximum of Image Offset from Lens Center ANY LENS Max Offset Amount of Image Offset distance in pixels from Lens Center Vertical Offset 70 pixels 57 i e 582 pixels Horizontal Offset 50 pixels 54 i e 690 pixels Vale Ro NOTE In some cases zero offset may shift the image as follows 60 pixels vertically 40 pixels horizontally Such variation in zero offset limits the amount of further offset adjustment possible Lens_ Center HORIZONTAL OFFSET L Lens Center Image with No Offset Image with Maximum Offset Assumes 0 pixels centering error Figure 2 10 Vertical and Horizontal Offsets NOTES 1 If you cannot raise or lower the image enough using mechanical vertical offsets try adjusting V Position in the Size and Position menu see 3 6 Adjusting DLV1280 DX User s Manual en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Mounting Folded Optics the Image 2 If the image becomes keystoned or exhibits u
49. the White Level options in the Color Temperature Setup adjust as desired to define or change a User color temperature see White Levels below Likewise selecting Interpolated Color here activates the Interpolated Color slidebar for choosing a new interpolated color temperature for a connected source INTERPOLATED COLOR Select this option if you need a specific color temperature that lies somewhere between one preset color temperature and another Adjust the slidebar to define a new temperature which will be interpolated from the neighboring presets for example 7841 is interpolated from 6500 and 9300 It can be used any time and appears as a 4 digit temperature when in use NOTE This option is disabled unless you have a source connected and have selected Interpolated Color in the Select Color Temp pull down list en OPERATION WHITE LEVELS These 3 controls are adjustable only if a User choice is selected in which case User 1 2 3 or 4 appears at the top of the Color Temperature Setup menu Their current values are shown for the active color temperature Changing a white level here changes the drive contrast for that color essentially creating a new color temperature that is warmer or cooler etc For maximum overall brightness always keep at least one white level at 100 When you are satisfied with the new User temperature it can be used immediately upon exit o
50. to INPUT 2 on the projector an optional interface This is the same as entering 0 Input 3 Press to select the source connected to INPUT 3 on the projector composite video This is the same as entering oJ 3 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 5 OPERATION 3 6 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Input 4 Press to select the source connected to INPUT 4 on the projector S Video This is the same as entering oJ 4 Input Press when you want to display from a specific source location such as a switcher connected serially to the projector s switcher port The first digit represents the number you have assigned to your switcher usually 1 9 or 0 for one of the four inputs on the projector The second digit represents the switcher s slot number 1 9 For example display data from switcher 1 slot 2 NOTES 1 Although you don t need to use the input key unless a switcher is connected to the projector you can also use to access the four input slots on the projector itself use 9 as the first digit representing the projector as the switcher then U 2 3 or 4 as the second digit the desired input slot number 0 in combination with higher numbers is an invalid entry 2 See 3 5 Using Channels and Inputs for a detailed explanation of inputs NOTE key behavior during a presentation depends on whether or not the Display Channel List option is selected in the Menu Preferences menu You can
51. to the floor Light dimmers or rheostats allow further control Outside windows are undesirable in any projection room A small crack between curtains on a sunny day can wash out a projected image If you do have windows make sure that window coverings are opaque and overlapping some window coverings are designed to provide up to 100 percent blockage of outside light Ideally the material should have a matte finish DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 5 INSTALLATION AND SETUP M 2 6 Other Considerations DLV1280 DX User s Manual To minimize the effects caused by unwanted light from door and aisle ways carefully choose the position of your projector and screen Figure 2 5 shows an installation where poor screen placement allows too much unwanted light to enter the screen In Figure 2 6 screen and the projector are positioned so that unwanted light is minimized Joop Figure 2 5 Poor Screen Placement Joop 100p window Figure 2 6 Better Screen Placement Even with all lighting removed it is still possible that room reflections within the room can slightly degrade the image Light from the projection screen should be absorbed by the ceilings walls and floors so that it will not be reflected back to the screen Again keep reflective surfaces to a minimum Here are some other considerations and tips w
52. want to l gt 3 1280x1024x60Hz_ use a different resolution for example your graphics card 4 1280x1024x105Hz may not support the current resolution select a different 5 1600x1200x45Hz Plug amp Play setting from the list Tiling Setup See 3 10 Using Multiple Projectors Tiling Setup section en OPERATION Image Settings Use any of the following slidebars Image Settings pull down lists or the checkbox to Contrast 50 0 MC alter your image Refer to Using 2 Brightness 50 0 Slidebars and Other Controls earlier 3 Pixel Phase 0 in this section if you need help in 4 Detail 2 selecting options and adjustments 5 ColorSpace RGB v Changes made to the Image Settings 6 Color Setup menu are applied immediately and are 7 Video Options saved when you exit the menu press 8 Input Levels or Meno 9 aa Contrast Image Settings 2 SHORT CUT Press and adjust the Processing Mode Auto 7 slidebar Motion Filter Auto v Interval 0 Contrast increases or decreases the ereo3D 10 and dark areas of your image 0 100 PLL Loop Gain 10 If contrast is set too high the light Noise Reduction 0 parts of the image lose detail and Horizontal Filter 0 clarity If set too low the light areas Vertical Filter__0 will not be as bright as they could be Figure 3 14 Image Settings Menu and the image will be dim Start low and increase so that
53. you need a specific color temperature that lies somewhere between one preset color temperature and another Adjust the slidebar to define a new temperature which will be interpolated from the neighboring presets for example 7841 is interpolated from 6500 and 9300 This slidebar is disabled unless you have a source connected and have selected Interpolated Color in the Select Color Temp pull down list GAMMA NOTE Gamma does not normally require adjustment and is intended for experienced users only The Gamma option affects the shape of the curve determining Gamma what gray shades are available for a given amount of signal gt 41 Default input between minimum black and maximum white 2 Enhanced Different curves can improve performance for certain kinds of 3 High Ambient source input and applications Generally the best gamma curve Rc Linear is one that produces maximum contrast brightness and color performance for the current signal and ambient lighting conditions DEFAULT default This setting provides good black levels and high contrast under optimum viewing conditions for virtually all types of images including video HDTV and computer graphics Default is the only gamma setting available when using the Adjust Primary Colors CDS feature see 3 10 Using Multiple Projectors ENHANCED This setting elevates middle gray levels compared to Default and provides a more gradual r
54. 1 zoom lens produces an 8 to 40 foot image size Choose a screen size which is appropriate for your lens and application for this projector it is likely the standard 1 2 1 lens Keep in mind that if the projector will be displaying much text information the image size must allow the viewer to recognize all text clearly The eye usually sees a letter clearly if eye to text distance is less than 150 times the height of the letter Small text located too far from the eye may be illegible at a distance no matter how sharply and clearly it is displayed To fill a screen with an image the aspect ratio of the screen should be equal to the aspect ratio of the image The aspect ratio of an image is 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 Note Screen size is often specified as diagonal size Traditionally screens specified by diagonal size have aspect ratios of 4 3 Screens with other aspect ratios such as those recommended for this projector are not typically specified by diagonal size Aspect ratio describes the proportion of the screen or Video source for example 1280 x 1024 source image and is expressed as i the ratio of width to height such as 4 3 or di na 3 more rectangular 4 more
55. 38 804606 xx Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives analog RGB input signals from computers or other RGB source devices menc R O GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT O00000 RGB INPUT MODULE 801001 DLV1280 DX User s Manual F 1 OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES M RGB400BA Input Module RGB400 Active Loop Thru F 2 38 8046 10 xx Input Module 38 804607 xx DLV1280 DX User s Manual RGB500 Features accepts 3 4 or 5 wire RGB video sync on green composite sync or separate horizontal and vertical sync up to 500 MHz bandwidth BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs NOTE The audio connectors are not functional The RGB400 Buffered Amplifier Input Module may be installed in this projector in a Marquee Signal Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply Connect three four or five wire RGB video signals of up to 400 MHz bandwidth signals typically produced by high resolution computer or workstations The buffering capability of the module enables the incoming signal to be sent to a remote destination Inputs are 75S terminated oe R GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT eO 00000 AUDIO IN RGB INPUT MODULE 801001 RGB400BA Features accepts 3 4 or 5 wire RGB video sync on green composite sync or separate horizontal and vertical sync BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs O Buffered signals to a remote destination NOTE The audio connectors are not functional The R
56. 4 6 2 gt 2b lt image See Figure 3 29 7 CHECKED e Activates primary Adjust Primary Colors CSC color controls 4 Use Primary Color Adjustmenti7i 7 Baur soung 2 Red Primary e Sets future default 3 Green Primary color temp to User 1 4 Blue Primary 5 Select Color Temp _ User 1 M 6 Red White Level 82 7 EEF 7 Green White Level 90 2 8 Blue White Level 98 8 9 Lamp and cannot be changed Use primary colors or defaults If used Default Gamma is applied Figure 3 29 Enabling Primary Color Adjustment Note also that enabling Use Primary Color Adjustment also sets Gamma to its default no other setting of Gamma is possible with adjusted primary colors If at any time you decide not to use or apply the Adjust Primary Colors CSC feature delete its checkmark this disables Red Primary Green Primary and Blue Primary controls and they will appear grayed out in the menu In addition full normal adjustment of Gamma is regained SELECT A USER COLOR TEMPERATURE User 1 RECOMMENDED In the Adjust Primary Color CSC menu select a User color temperature that you will be defining through your adjustment of primary colors on each projector Choose any of the four User choices but note that User 1 is the default color temperature applied if you add a new source in the future while Primary Color Adjus
57. 80 DX User s Manual Throw distance is roughly equal to the horizontal width of the screen multiplied by the type of lens you are using For example if you are using a 1 2 1 lens proper throw distance will be approximately 1 2 x the screen width Once you know your screen size and lens you can estimate throw distance needed see example in Figure 2 8 Screen x Lens Type Approx Throw Distance 6x 1 2 7 2 4 2 1 lens Figure 2 8 Estimating Throw Distance IMPORTANT For proper SEE APPENDIX E placement in an installation always refer to the throw distance formula and or graph for your lens type as listed in Appendix E Keep in mind that due to lens manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length actual throw distance can vary 5 or more between lenses described as having the same throw ratio THE VERTICAL AND HORIZONTAL POSITION of the projector in relation to the screen also depends on the size of the screen and the lens type Correct position helps ensure that images will be rectangular in shape rather than keystoned having non parallel sides and that image focus and brightness both remain optimized Ideally the DLV1280 DX lens should be centered with the screen If necessary the image can then be manually offset that is moved up down or left right by making a slight mechanical adjustment to the lens mount essentially repositioning the lens within the projector A WARNING A Qualified serv
58. CT EITHER COM POSITE OR ED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT S VIDEO TO INPUT 1 X PETS L PR A l ANA NOT BOTH 00099 h ee Gee D Lk bo rown A Te 4 Ls Oz 4 Or From S Video Source Figure 2 19 Connecting an Extra Video Source to Input 1 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 17 INSTALLATION AND SETUP a Optional Inputs Connecting a switcher 2 18 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Optional modules allow you to increase your total number of inputs and or accommodate different signal types whether analog or digital Any one of these modules can be installed in the area labeled INPUT 2 They include RGB 500 Input Module RGB 400 Active Loop Thru Input Module RGB 400 Buffered Amplifier Input Module Composite S Video Input Module PC250 Analog Input Module Serial Digital Input Module Digital HDTV Input Module DVI Input Module Alternatively the analog interfaces i e non digital can be installed in a Marquee Case Power Supply or Marquee Switcher if desired for use with the projector NOTES 1 Optional digital interfaces cannot be used in a Marquee Case Power Supply or Switcher 2 Connect analog HDTV signals directly to INPUT 1 or to any RBG input module installed at INPUT 2 the optional HDTV Input Module used in earlier models is not needed or recommended 4 See Appendix F Optional Input Modules for a brief description of each interface You may wish to use one or more e
59. D OR PROGRESSIVE SCAN FORMAT Input level DC operating range Impedance for composite or separate H amp V Sync type Polarity Maximum return loss VSWR Not applicable for sync on green RS 232 Serial Input Number of connectors Connector type RS 422 Serial Input Number of connectors Connector type Wired Control Input Optional wired keypad Input level 5 2 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 0 5V5 p 5 0V pp OV 5V 75 ohms e Separate H and V e Bi level or tri level sync on green e Bi level or tri level composite Positive or negative 1 2 1 dB 200 MHz 3 1 network in 1 network out 1 for switcher control 9 pin D 2 6 pin XLR 3 pin XLR connector High 2 0V min Low 0 7V max ee SPECIFICATIONS Power Requirements Lamp IR Control Size amp Weight Es 36 if 1 2 1 lens gt Voltage range auto switching Line frequency Max inrush current Max current rating Max power consumption Line cord rating Type Adjustment range Operating angle Warm up period to full brightness Rated life Typical range IR carrier frequency subcarrier modulated Battery type 4 required Battery life Size W x Lx Hof product only no lens Weight of product no lens Shipping weight p a 2355 gt gt o 11 2 om o 7 4 3 gt 5 Safety
60. DLV1280O0 DX User s Manual Table of Contents Section Contents Page 1 Introduction 1 1 The Pie jector eassy taste ana RU a a 1 1 1 2 Components ereo aise fi sities Gel ATA o TEE oR 1 2 1 3 Purchase Record and Servicing eeesseessereeseerserssesrrerrsreersserrrssesresresrenrrsreersse 1 2 2 Installation amp 2 1 eNA ENA E E E EA E E N EES 2 1 Setup 2 2 Installation Considerations ccccccccesssscecsesceceessseeceesseeecseceeesseeeecsssaeeeeseneeeess 2 2 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting eee ee eeeceseeseceseceseceseceecneeeseeeeeeeeeeeenes 2 7 2 4 Source CONNECHONS issin oieri deus bt essescevesdase oE EEE Saara dace dsseseesssbesssvess 2 12 2 5 POWEr COMMECHON oss se lech dieses duced senrseteeey sussloch E a E I EE RE A R Reese 2 19 2 6 Operating Orientation 2 0 eee eee ceeecesecesecesecsaecaeecaeseaeseaeseeeeeeeseeeseenaes 2 19 2 7 Leveling rsscncese ioe ed tel neh eed Pe es a I A a 2 20 2 8 Zoom Focus amp Lens Offset ccccccecccccecsssssecceececeessnececeecececsesssaeeeeeeeeeeses 2 20 2 9 Serial Port COnMECtiOns vos ss c pasieessevseessee8s seek a Ea E A E R E 2 20 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion essseeesseeesesrsrresrssrsrrerrsrenresrrrrssrsreeresrees 2 27 3 Operation 3 1 OVEN a aa a a aaa a a a 3 1 3 2 Projector Basics uiis ossvass os ceessecviekstes sas cca sea dedsashny skgehsarabusees EEE A E EE S 3 1 3 3 Using the Keypad niire iets N E A E E aeons ep 3 3 3 4 Navigat
61. Detail ae Adjust sharpness Adjust red green a primarily video balance hue Video OSD Contrast Cont Bright Vol Menu Turn menus on off e Adjust difference toggle between light dark A See ee Volume Braht Enter Exit 4 not in this model rightness e Adjust amount ea wi 7 of light in image AON ens menus Enter e Select a highlighted Lightbulb menu item lt gt Illuminate keypad Change a value Exit Accept a changed value Arrow Keys e Move highlight within e Adjust a setting e Return to previous Channel ES R e Select channel setup menu Input Chan Proj Projector up down e Select projector s Help Help e Display context Input e Select other sensitive help switcher slot location 4 5 6 Test toggle Test Display selected Number Keys ae 7 8 Mute test patterns Enter a number Bo Mute such as channel Ta ma i e Hide menu temp input projector etc 0 Shutter Stby Power Power Shutter e Turn projector on off Open or close lens ae A 10 Standby optional Turn image off on Inputt Color Pixel Position 1 Protocol A Inputt Color Pixel Position 2 Protocol B a toggle key Press and hold to toggle or Press and release followed with AON or YOFF Figure 3 3 K
62. Displays and 10 bit Processing When processing sources through the optional ADP module you may have to crop the extreme top and bottom edges of the image OR map to fewer screens see right Tiled Full Width 1 1 1 2 2 1 Imaan EELS i 2 2 Tiled Full Height 1 2 1 1 lImanann EENI 2 1 2 2 Tiled Anamorphic Top and bottom rows have almost no data W D 2 1 2 2 3 aa 21 3 3 4 3 1 7 a 41 Re tile on fewer rows en OPERATION Matching Colors In Multiple Screens All Projectors In a multiple projector wall you will likely want to precisely match image color and intensity from screen to screen so that the wall is as uniform as possible The first step in achieving such consistency is to use the Adjust Primary Colors CSC menu to fine tune each projector s fundamental primary colors ted green and blue so that each color hue and intensity appears exactly the same from projector to projector Once matched these colors work together to essentially create a single new color temperature or image cast that all projectors can attain range is 5250 6750K As a final step you can also proceed to the Brightness Uniformity control to further optimize color and light performance by adjusting specific areas of each screen Both Adjust Primary Colors CSC and Brightness Uniformity can b
63. E If desired use 8 1 for full red field 6 2 for green and 8 3 for blue 3f ADJUST WHITES Exit to the main Adjust Primary Colors CSC menu to view all white fields once more If necessary adjust white levels slightly to match all white fields You have now completed the color matching of all screens On each projector the settings define your chosen User color temperature see Step 2b For best results set Lamp Mode to Intensity on all projectors light output from each will be maintained over time to within 10 of the current level Then proceed to the Achieving Brightness Uniformity procedure provided below Applying the Primary Color Adjustments For New Sources For any new sources that you may use keep in mind the following Q User 1 is the default color temperature for all sources as long as the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox remains checked in the Adjust Primary Colors CSC menu Q 6500K is the default color temperature if you adjusted primary colors for User 2 3 or 4 see Step 2b in Matching Colors In Multiple Screens regardless of the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox status To switch to your primary color adjustments select the proper User color temperature as usual from any color temperature menu Make sure that the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox is checked Q 6500K is the default color temperature if the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox is unchecked regardless of which Use
64. GB400 ALT Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives analog RGB input signals from computers or other RGB source devices Video inputs are 75S terminated Video outputs provide buffered loop through to another display device 0 RED GREEN BLUE HORCOMP VERT uo RGB LOOP THRU MODULE RGB400ALT Features accepts 3 4 or 5 wire RGB video sync on green composite sync or separate horizontal and vertical sync BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs buffered loop through video outputs NOTE The audio connectors are not functional Composite S Video Input Module 38 804608 xx PC250 Analog Input Module 38 804609 xx OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES The Composite S Video Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives either composite video or S video input signals from tape or disk players do not connect both types of signals simultaneously Video inputs are 75S terminated Video outputs are provided for buffered loop through to another display device on supegtas Oe COMPOSITE S VIDEO N bea JSL L INPUT MODULE AUDIO IN 801004 Composite S video Features BNC connectors for composite RGB signals 4 pin mini DIN connectors for S Video signals buffered loop through video outputs NOTES 1
65. Key 3 8 Projector Angles of Operation 2 11 Cleaning Maintenance 4 3 Components 5 4 Dimensions 5 3 Number 3 15 3 43 3 47 Position and Mounting 2 19 Resetting 3 3 3 60 Service 4 3 Ventilation 2 6 4 2 Protocols 2 27 3 42 Changing 2 27 Changing in Projector 3 42 Pull Down Lists Use of 3 13 R Resize Default 2 2 Resize Presets 3 22 Resizing 3 22 A Tiled Image 3 49 Resolution 5 1 RGB Connection 3 2 Frequencies 5 2 RS 232 2 18 2 20 2 22 2 27 3 41 3 47 3 48 5 2 RS 232 and or RS 422 2 25 RS 422 2 21 3 41 3 47 5 2 S Screen Size 2 4 2 7 2 8 4 14 Select Color Temp 3 29 3 30 Serial Ports Communication Cables 3 41 Service Menu 3 41 Service Requirements 4 3 Shutter Key 3 9 DLV1280 DX User s Manual INDEX 3 INDEX M INDEX 4 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Size and Position 3 22 Sizing 3 22 3 24 Slidebar Adjustment 3 12 Slidebars Using 3 12 Slidebars Direct 3 13 Slidebars Double 3 13 Slidebars Direct 3 21 Slot 3 20 Source Connection 2 1 Specifying a Location 3 6 Source Setup See Channel Split Network 3 43 Options for Setup 2 25 When to Use 3 43 Split Networks And Downloads 2 25 Standby Key 3 6 Status LEDs 3 3 Status Menu 3 47 S Video Connecting 2 15 Extra 2 17 Loop Through 2 17 Switcher 3 20 3 41 Switcher Connection 2 18 Sync Def and types 5 Test Key 3 10 Test Patterns 3 39 Text Editing 3 14 Throw Distance
66. LWAYS 321 321 WIRED KEYPAD Figure 2 31 Locating and Setting the Jumpers NOTE A wired keypad can be converted into an IR remote keypad and vice versa Follow the settings shown above adding or deleting the cable and batteries as required The cable with 3 pin XLR connector is available separately from your dealer SHORTCUT METHOD You can also issue software protocol settings through the keypad These software commands will be lost when the keypad is either unplugged or when a battery is removed the keypad will revert back to the hard wired jumper settings see above until you enter the software commands again Press Input Color Pixel Position uJ Protocol A Press input Color Pixel Position B Protocol B NOTE If you change a keypad to a new protocol and the projector stops responding the projector is likely set to a conflicting protocol To regain use of the keypad either change the keypad protocol back again or use the opposing type of keypad IR or wired as the case may be to access the Communications menu Under Front IR or Wired Keypad whichever you ve just changed select the protocol matching the new protocol of this keypad the projector should now respond properly to that keypad If desired you can convert an IR remote keypad into a wired remote keypad and vice versa TO CHANGE FROM INFRARED TO WIRED e Remove battery compartment cover from ba
67. Level Blue White Level Lamp Hours Next Primary Lamp S N Lamp Mode Lamp Message g oa Power Lamp Limit Read only list Intensity Lamp Mode Power 3 1 Max Brightness Intensity 2 Intensity Lamp History Text editing box 3 Power Change Lamp Color Temp Setup Select Color Temp Interpolated Red White Level Green White Level Blue White Level 1 nec Color Enable S Blue _ Copy From 4 Yellow 5 Cyan 6 Magenta A gt 1 3200K 7 White Brightness Uniformity Cont d 2 5400K gt Brightness Uniformity AEE T 3200K y 2 5400K 1 Uniformity Enable 5 User 1 3 6500K 2 Test Pattern 4 eae 4 9300K 3 Left Uniformity Lua 5 User 1 4 Right Uniformity 9 Factory 3200K rolls 5 Top Uniformity Factory 5400K A tie n 6 Bottom Uniformity Factory 6500K gi Sa ited 7 White Uniformity Factory 9300K om ee 8 Color Temp Setup 9 Lamp approx 10 patterns Left Right Top Bottom White Uniformity 1 Edge Red 1 Left Side 2 Edge Green 2 Right Side 3 Edge Blue 3 Top Edge 4 Corner 1 Red 4 Bottom Edge 5 Corner 1 Green 5 Top Left Corner 1 Red 6 Corner 1 Blue 6 Top Right Corner 2 Green 7 Corner 2 Red 7 Bottom Left Corner 3 Blue 8 Corner 2 Green 8 Bottom Right Corner 4 Yellow 9 Corner 2 Blue 9 Overall A eo ia Color Enable gt write DLV1280 DX User s Manual C
68. N N IOA L F STATUS We ROR cereis 3 c g E E LK D o POWER pi l ee L sync od 9 pin D style connection lt To computer Figure 2 22 RS 232 Serial Connection to a Computer RS 422 Ports Some computers can provide RS 422 serial communications often through a plug in adapter or external converter rather than the more common RS 232 RS 422 communication has differential transmits and receives and is generally better suited for long distances than is RS 232 communication RS 422 is not compatible with RS 232 connecting one to the other could damage the equipment at either end If you wish to control the projector with a computer and or other controlling device such as the Two Way Controller having RS 422 capability connect RS 422 serial communication cables between the computer or other device and either or both of the projector serial ports labeled RS 422 these 6 pin XLR connector ports are located near the upper right corner of the projector s rear control panel see Figure 2 23 Use an RS 422 port only if your equipment has RS 422 capability always first consult the documentation supplied with your equipment DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 21 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 9 If using multiple projectors 2 22 If using a switcher DLV1280 DX User s Manual lt From computer mS ESSEEEEE Two Way Controller etc r 4 eee IMPORTANT
69. PUT 3 and INPUT 4 this device converts NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4 4 PAL PAL N PAL M or SECAM to RGB video The sharpness of a display from a video source A type of rear projection screen which spreads the light striking it Screen gain is less than 1 but audience viewing angles are increased An adjustment that affects the display of an image Such display settings include contrast brightness tint blanking size offsets and others A very rapid variation in image brightness caused by a frame rate that is too slow See Interlace The frequency at which complete images are generated For non interlaced signals the frame rate is identical to the vertical frequency For interlaced signals the frame rate also known as field rate is one half of vertical frequency The intensity of visible light per square foot The luminance brightness which results from one foot candle of illumination falling on a perfectly diffuse surface The ability of a screen to direct incident light to an audience A flat matte white wall has a gain of approximately 1 Screens with gain less than 1 attenuate incident light Help Screen Horizontal Frequency Horizontal Offset Hot Spot ILS Input Input Signal Interface Interlace Keypad Keystone Linearity Line of Best Viewing Loopthrough Loopthru en GLOSSARY screens with gain more than 1 direct more incident light to the audience but have a narrow viewing angle For ex
70. This interface is not a decoder NTSC PAL or SECAM signals must connect to the video decoder installed at INPUT 3 INPUT 4 2 The audio connectors are not functional 3 For use with this projector do not connect both composite video and S video signals to the Composite S Video Input Module connect one or the other even when plugged into a switcher The PC250 Analog Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives analog RGB input signals from IBM PC compatibles or Macintosh computers Video inputs are 75S terminated Video outputs are provided for buffered loop through to another display device PC250 ANALOG INPUT MODULE Mac ooo0o00000 ofa O SENSE o Ell oe a VGA USE VGA OR MAC Fra INPUT OUTPUT AUDIO IN 501008 PC250 Analog Features accepts VGA or MAC RGB video 15 pin D connectors for video active loop through video outputs NOTES 1 This interface does not accept VGA and MAC signals simultaneously 2 The audio connectors are not functional 3 Trademarks are the rights of their respective owners DLV1280 DX User s Manual F 3 OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES Digital HDTV Input Module 38 80461 1 xx Serial Digital Input Module 38 804602 xx F 4 DLV1280 DX User s Manual The Digital HDTV Input Module can be installed in the projector at INPUT 2 where it accepts a digital 4
71. a Channel TO DELETE MULTIPLE CHANNELS highlight any channel in the Channel Setup menu and press to go to the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Delete Unlocked Only and press to delete all unlocked channels Or 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 confirmation box appears to make sure that you really want to delete Select Cancel default if you don t want to delete after all The basic setups that describe how and where a channel can be accessed are listed in the Channel Setup menu These channel setups can be edited at any time in the Channel Edit submenu From the presentation level press to display the main menu To display the Channel Setup menu press 3 or move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and press Ee The Channel Setup menu will appear To edit parameters shown in the Channel Setup menu select the relevant channel and press Exte The Channel Edit menu will appear similar to the sample shown in Figure 3 11 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 19 OPERATION editable Channel Edit Name pres2 Sync Type S Video 2 Number 02 H Sync 15 73 KHZ fo on 3 Switcher 0 V Syne 59 94 Hz 4 Slot 4 Interlace Yes 5i In Menu O 6 Auto Source x 7 Locked M 8 Previous Channel 9 Next Channel lt
72. a computer or VCR connected to the projector for display A source is identified at the projector as neu input nowt or meug or as other user defined numbers A source may have numerous corresponding channels defined and recognized by the projector See Input See Channel The diameter of the smallest dot that can be generated by a CRT projector This projector has a fixed spot pixel size A signal selector such as the Christie Marquee Signal Switcher that can be connected to a projector for the purpose of adding more sources This term refers to the part of the video signal that is used to stabilize the picture Sync can occur in three forms 1 Composite sync the horizontal and vertical components are together on one cable 2 Sync on green the sync is part of the green video 3 Separate sync or H SYNC and V SYNC the horizontal and vertical components of the sync are on two separate cables DLV1280 DX User s Manual A 5 GLOSSARY M Sync Width TTL Video Terminated Throw Distance Tint Variable Scan Vertical Frequency Vertical Offset Video Video Decoder Video Standard Viewing Angle White Balance White Field YCbCr YPbPr YUV Zoom A 6 DLV1280 DX User s Manual The duration of each sync pulse generated by a computer The sync width is part of the blanking time A type of RGB video with digital characteristics A wire connecting a single video source to a d
73. a shortened form as defined below These descriptors indicate what signal information the projector used to identify a match for a given channel and are preceded by either an i interlaced signal or p progressive signal See Table 3 1 Table 3 1 Abbreviations for Signal Type Abbrev Signal Type 4WH Composite 4 wire on HC input 4WV Composite 4 wire on V input SG Sync on green SR Sync on red 5W Separate H V 5WR Separate H V swapped SVid S Vid CVid Composite Video 3LH Tri Level on HC input 3LV Tri Level on V input 3LG Tri Level on green E3LH European Tri Level on HC input E3LV European Tri Level on V input E3G European Tri Level on green Dig Digital FUNCTIONS WITHIN THE CHANNEL SETUP MENU To copy delete or edit any of the channels listed in the Channel Setup menu highlight the desired channel and do one of two things e Press if you want to copy the selected channel or delete this or other channels See Copying or Deleting a Channel below e Press if you want to edit channel setups i e non image related parameters for the selected channel See Editing a Channel Setup below TO COPY A CHANNEL highlight the desired channel in the Channel Setup menu then press to go to the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Copy and press Ete a new channel will be created It is identical to original which still remains but it is identified w
74. al Use or keys to navigate up and down within the list the current choice is noted with a small Press to choose an option from the list if desired __ Indicates current Configuration selection 1 Image Orientation Front 4 Front 2 Language English 2 Rear 3 Menu Preferences _3 Inverted Front lt New Selection 4 Communications 4 Inverted Rear 5 Geometry 6 Color and Uniformity Te Auto Power Up C 8 Diagnostics and Calibration 9 Reserved 0 Service Figure 3 6 Example of Pull Down List Or of you prefer to quickly scroll through a list without first pulling it down highlight the option and use lt or gt Press when the desired choice appears NOTES 1 Press or to jump between pages in an extra long pull down list 2 Press while in a pull down list to cancel any change 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 to move the cursor forward or lt to move the cursor backwards as desired EDIT A CHARACTER To edit a highlighted character use 4 and to scroll through the alphabet numbers spaces and punctuation available When the character you need appe
75. al Switcher en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Connecting Multiple Switchers E 2 5 Power Connection eS 2 6 Operating Orientation If you are using more than one Marquee Signal Switcher daisy chain the RS 232 switcher inputs outputs together to form a complete network of inputs accessible from the projector you can network up to 9 switchers and connect Switcher 1 to the projector as shown in Figure 2 20 In addition connect the RGB output from each switcher to its matching slot on switcher 1 for example connect the RGB output from switcher 2 to slot 2 on switcher 1 and the RGB output from switcher 3 to slot 3 on switcher 1 Note that slots used in this manner on switcher 1 are no longer recognized as inputs to the projector if you select a slot location that is connected to another switcher s RGB output the projector will display the no input signal error message Plug the projector s high current 13 amp rated line cord into the line input socket located in the lower right corner of the rear panel of the projector then plug the 3 pronged end of the line cord into a grounded AC outlet Input voltage to the projector must be capable of supplying between 100 and 240 VAC 50 or 60 Hz The power source must be capable of supplying 860 watts of power to the projector See Section 5 Specifications for all power requirements A WARNING Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified
76. ample An image reflecting off a 10 gain screen appears 10 times brighter than it would if reflected off a matte white wall Curved screens usually have larger gain than flat screens A display of help information regarding the current task or presentation The frequency at which scan lines are generated which varies amongst sources Also called horizontal scan rate or line rate The difference between the center of the projected image and the center of the projector lens For this projector this value is expressed as the maximum percentage of the image that can be projected to one side of the lens center without degrading the image quality Horizontal offset ranges can be affected by the type of lens in use and whether or not the image is offset vertically at the same time A circular area of a screen where the image appears brighter than elsewhere on the screen A hot spot appears along the line of sight and moves with the line of sight High gain screens and rear screens designed for slide or movie projection usually have a hot spot The VistaGRAPHX Intelligent Lens System describes the ability of VistaGRAPHX projectors to automatically return to lens settings previously defined for a particular channel A physical connection route for a source signal described by a 2 digit number representing 1 its switcher projector location and 2 its slot in the switcher projector Signal sent from a source device to the projector A device
77. an asterisk symbol to ensure a toggle only in the desired direction When turning the projector on for instance you may be too far from the projector to know whether it is really off or if the shutter is merely closed If you press and hold it for approximately 1 second in hopes of turning the projector on the projector will actually turn off if the projector was already on Instead to avoid the risk of toggling in the wrong direction quickly press and release normally the function key you wish to toggle in this case Power Then immediately within 2 seconds press either or as desired The specific toggle will occur Toggle keys are labeled with an asterisk on the keypad They are listed below e Shutter aon close the shutter OPTIONAL IN THIS MODEL Shutter yorF open the shutter OPTIONAL IN THIS MODEL e y aon put the projector in standby mode Sy yorF leave standby e Power aon turn the projector on Power yore turn the projector off o ue 40Nn turn the menu display on Mute fyorr turn the menu display off e eso aon turn the menu system on oso fyorr turn the menu system off Color Press to adjust the color saturation level i e the amount of color in a video image Lower settings produce less saturated colors a setting of 0 produces a DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 7 OPERATION 3 8 DLV1280 DX User
78. ars press to select it the cursor will move to the next character of current text if present Note that you can also enter a number directly from the Figure 3 7 Entering Text keypad it will be accepted and the cursor will move on Cursor highlight Move with 4 show2 aon scroll alphabet Press vorF numbers etc to select and go to next ADD OR DELETE A CHARACTER OR SPACE To insert a space at the cursor location press gt To delete a highlighted character or space press lt en OPERATION Editing Numerical Values 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels Do Select an Input Or a Channel show2 show2 Press Press lt to insert a space before to delete show 2 show PRESS WHEN FINISHED To accept the edits and move out of the edit window press Este NOTE Press at any time to cancel changes and return to the previously defined text Enter numbers directly from the keypad in order to specify numbers representing projectors channels source setups switchers or slots As each digit is entered it is displayed and the cursor moves on Note that channel numbers are defined with 2 digits for example if you enter only a single digit like 7 for a channel number the channel will automatically be defined as 07 Use 07 to utilize this channel NOTES 1 Once you enter the first di
79. as a matching cut out The 3 lens assembly slots should align with the lens mount screws so that the screw heads will fit through the large end of the slots NOTE On most lenses a small extra keying slot located at approximately 2 o clock on the lens flange will align with a set screw in the same location on the lens mount preventing the lens from being installed in the wrong orientation If the lens flange does not seem to fit into place over all screws try rotating the lens assembly in one direction or another Cut out at bottom Figure 4 13 Orientation With the lens assembly aligned and the screws inserted through the flange use both hands to rotate the lens barrel clockwise until the lens mount screw heads lock into the small end of the lens assembly slots Secure the 3 lens mount screws Reposition the projector for new lens Remove the front lens cap and reposition the projector closer or further from the screen as necessary for the screen and the new lens type refer to lens descriptions in Section 2 and Section 5 and Appendix E Throw Distance In a permanent installation always use the appropriate throw distance formula to calculate the distance accurately Power up and test Adjust offsets as necessary If the projector appears not to be operating properly note the symptoms present and use the following guide to assist you If you cannot resolve the problems yourself contact your dealer for assistance
80. at dark areas do not become black i e are crushed Conversely overly high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images See 3 6 Adjusting the Image Image Settings subsection Volume This key is not functional in this projector as there is no audio capability Projector Press when you want to access a specific projector within a network or if you simply need to see if the local projector is listening The number appearing in the Enter Number window indicates which projector is currently listening to commands and will match the projector number that has been defined in its Communications submenu The Projector checkbox read only shows whether or not the projector physically connected to a keypad is listening to commands from that keypad A checkmark means that connected projector is listening if there is no checkmark you are communicating with a different projector To use a specific projector enter the 3 digit number assigned to the projector you want to use Press to select press to cancel If you switch to a projector other than the one you are currently using the checkmark will be deleted To broadcast to multiple projectors press and then again without entering a projector number Keypad commands will then affect all projectors present en OPERATION NOTES 1 The Broadcast Keys option in the Communications menu must be selected for only one any projector in a serial netwo
81. at the corresponding Power value reaches its minimum 350 watts in this model the intensity setting will be inaccurate and cannot be maintained To match intensity among tiled images choose an intensity setting that enables all lamps to operate at less than the maximum number of watts available NOTES 1 Lamps become more stable over time thus a specific intensity is more easily maintained as the lamp ages 2 Intensity can be set only if the lamp is in Intensity mode 3 Intensity cannot exceed the output of Max Brightness mode LAMP HISTORY This read only option lists the lamps most Lamp History recently installed and recorded in the projector Lamp History S N Hours automatically updates whenever you record a new lamp serial Frese oe number the new lamp is added to the bottom of the list Use CHANGE LAMP to record the serial number for a newly installed lamp Lamp Lamp Hours 1999 Lamp SIN 1234 Lamp Message lv Lamp Limit 2000 I Lamp Mode Power 1 2 Sh In the Lamp S N 4 5 6 T i Power 700 New S N entry Lamp History window use the ntensity 2750 pir tie updates SIN Hours Lamp History sh 1234 1999 number text entry Change Lamp t Lamp SNG 5678 0 keys to record the new lamp serial number and press ENTER again to accept the change See Using Slidebars and Other Controls if you need help entering the number Once entered the new and
82. aximum brightness for any lamp gradually diminishes with age the image will become dimmer over time Its current output level appears in the Intensity option not in lumens e Intensity Light output will remain at a specified level for as long as possible Once you select this option enter a number representing the intensity level brightness you wish to maintain the projector will automatically adjust power as needed to maintain this intensity as closely as possible Note this value is a correlation only 0 9999 not actual lumen levels possible 0 1500 e g See Intensity below e Power The power supplied to the lamp will remain at a desired watt level throughout the life of the lamp Once you select this option enter the number of watts representing the power level you wish to maintain See Power below POWER The number shown here indicates how many watts are applied to the lamp Set from 350 500 watts as desired keeping in mind that lower power levels produce dimmer images When in Power or Max Brightness modes the power level remains constant When in Intensity mode the power level will change as necessary Specifying the maximum power level 500W in this model is the same as operating in Max Brightness mode DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 45 OPERATION 3 46 DLV1280 DX User s Manual NOTES 1 Power level can be set only in Power mode 2 If you are in Intensity m
83. ay Error Messages All Y Large Menu Font _ MENU LOCATION Use the pull down list to choose a pre defined or customized default location for the display of on screen menus T Ga a e on l Figure 3 20 Menu Preferences Menu To create a custom menu location choose a preset that is closest to the desired area Then adjust the slidebars of Horizontal Shift and Vertical Shift to move the menu to the desired location To prevent cropping of larger menus avoid locations too close to a corner or edge HORIZONTAL SHIFT AND MENU SHIFT Shift your menus as desired creating a customized menu location DISPLAY CHANNEL LIST Enter a checkmark if you want to see a scrollable channel list whenever you press from your presentation These channels must be marked with a list icon in the Channel Setup menu This option also enables on screen feedback when using the key If you prefer to hide the channel list and input dialog box while switching channels and sources during a presentation do not enter a checkmark NOTE The Channel List and input dialog box cannot be hidden when a menu is displayed DISPLAY SLIDEBARS Enter a checkmark to superimpose a small slidebar over the current image whenever an adjustable parameter is selected directly with a key the option does not affect slidebars in menus such as e Postion cont or Brot If Display slidebars is u
84. cent screens Although the Brightness Uniformity control can be used for a stand alone projector it is particularly useful for setting up and maintaining tiled images that form a seamless display wall in which the color cast and light output appear uniform throughout each image as well as throughout the entire wall The procedure provided here assumes a multiple screen application A Before You Begin Read through the entire procedure before attempting to adjust Brightness Uniformity controls and keep in mind the following checklist of prerequisites and guidelines Q USE PRIMARY COLORS AlIways activate and adjust the primary colors control as described in the Matching Colors in Multiple Screens procedure above before attempting to work with Brightness Uniformity This ensures that primary colors color temperature and maximized light output are all well matched from one screen to another These matches are needed before you can achieve good Brightness Uniformity results With a new lamp review primary colors before working with Brightness Uniformity Q RUN LAMP FOR 100 HOURS Light output and Brightness Uniformity can vary significantly during the first 100 hours of lamp use For best results with new lamps either set up Brightness Uniformity after this period or do an initial setup and re check at 100 hours Q SET LAMP POWER Make sure each Lamp Power setting is as high as possible for your application while st
85. change The projector will then no longer recognize the wired keypad protocol previously in use Or if you prefer use the wired keypad to safely change its own protocol as follows 1 Select the A or B option This will ensure that once your keypad is manually changed see Step 2 it will still be recognized by the projector ee OPERATION 2 Unplug the keypad and change the protocol in the keypad as desired Do this either by entering the short cut software command or by hard wiring the keypad as described in 2 170 Keypad Protocols and Conversion 3 Plug the keypad back into the projector Return to the Communications menu and select the new protocol you have just set up in the wired keypad TURNING OFF THE WIRED KEYPAD Use the IR remote keypad to select OFF in the Wired Keypad list The projector will no longer respond to the wired keypad Broadcast Key Enter a checkmark if you want keypad commands sent to one projector to be relayed to all projectors in a network Note the PR key will temporarily override the effect of a broadcast setting and allow you to control a specific projector when necessary Projector Enter a three digit number such as 001 to assign or change a number to the projector currently in use if the current projector already has a number assigned that number will appear here Numerical identity for projectors is required whenever you want to communicate with a single projector within a Co
86. choose to have on screen feedback when you press ee or you may prefer to enter the desired source location blind i e without on screen feedback See Menu Preferences later in this section Channel Press to select a specific source setup channel defined and stored in projector memory Once you enter a 2 digit channel number or if there is a list displayed highlight it and press Eve the display will automatically change and update according to the numerous setup parameters defined for that channel NOTE key behavior during a presentation depends on whether or not the Display Channel List option is selected in the Menu Preferences menu You can choose to use a scrollable list of channels when you press Ch or you may prefer to enter the desired channel number blind i e without on screen feedback See Menu Preferences later in this section Standby Press and hold for approximately 1 second to blank all display output while keeping the projector in a warmed up and ready state Or quickly press and release and follow immediately by or if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status Note that the lamp and electronics remain ON in standby mode even though the image turns to black and most functions are disabled To leave standby press and hold again or use Fo Or simply press or Menu Menu Press to display the Main menu A list of several options appears for access to
87. ck of keypad e Remove batteries e Wait 1 2 minutes DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 29 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ME 2 30 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Plug the keypad cable available separately into the empty battery compartment Make sure that the battery cover is notched smoothly to accommodate the cable Set keypad protocol as desired using wired jumper settings Replace battery compartment cover Plug into the 3 pin XLR port at the rear panel of the projector TO CHANGE FROM WIRED TO INFRARED Unplug the keypad from the projector Open the keypad back and unplug the keypad cable Wait 1 2 minutes Install batteries see Section 4 Set keypad protocol as desired using IR jumper settings Replace battery compartment cover Section 3 Operation Ms This section explains how to use the projector once it has been installed Please read 3 1 Overview through these pages before using the projector for the first time An understanding of projector features and how to access them will help you to take full advantage of the capabilities of the projector within minutes NOTE Installation involves locating the projector and adjusting it for use at that location If you have not yet installed the projector refer to Section 2 Installation and Setup Ma Most projector functions and adjustments are entered through keypad commands that 3 2 Projector either control the projector directly or activate a system of
88. cs or Video Input 1 Case 2 E E aS Ai ri J Serial Control RS 232 Figure 2 12 Rear Connector Panel en INSTALLATION amp SETUP RGB Signals INPUT 1 provides 5 BNCs connectors for linking to a variety of sources The typical connection would be to an RGB source such as VGA SVGA XGA Mac PowerMac DEC Sun SGI and others This projector supports multiple sync types with RGB signals sync on green composite sync and separate H amp V syncs NOTE Depending on the source you may need a custom adapter cable with BNC connectors at the projector end and a different type of connector at the other such as a 15 pin D connector for computer sources Contact your dealer Connect the SYNC BNC input s first Then connect the red green and blue source outputs to the RED GREEN and BLUE BNCs on the INPUT 1 panel If the source uses sync on green only the red green and blue connections are required If the source provides a composite sync output connect it to the SYNC input labeled HOR COMP If the source provides separate horizontal and vertical sync outputs connect horizontal sync to the SYNC input labeled HOR COMP and connect vertical sync to SYNC input labeled VERT See Figure 2 13 NOTES 1 If for some reason the projector fails to recognize as an RGB signal specify this Color Space option within the Image Settings menu See 3 6 Adjusting the Image 2 To connect YPbPr signals such
89. ction from ultraviolet radiation PO keep all projector shielding intact during operation ND Observe and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle alerts the user to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the projector The lightning flash and arrowhead symbol within the equilateral triangle alerts the user to non insulated dangerous voltage within the projector s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock Operate the projector in an environment which meets the operating range specifications in Section 5 Specifications Do not operate the projector close to water such as near a swimming pool Do not place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table If the projector is to be ceiling mounted only use a Christie approved ceiling mount fixture A projector and cart combination should be used with care Sudden stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the qv projector and cart combination to overturn INA d DLV1280 DX User s Manual 4 1 MAINTENANCE 4 2 Lamp and Filter Replacement Power Cord and Attachments Ventilation DLV1280 DX User s Manual A WARNING Never attempt to remove the lamp housing directly after use The lamp is under increased pressure when hot and may explode causing personal injury and or pr
90. current source resolution including 2 No Resizing display in native resolution anamorphic or to 3 Full Size fill the screen regardless of source automatically resize an image Full Width Mill display width to closely fit the screen The 5 Full Height M display height P ne 6 Anamorphic retain 16 9 aspect ratio letterbox value for Size Position and 7 Tiled Full Size Blanking parameters 8 Tiled Full Width Same as above except across described later will in turn 9 Tiled Full Height upie screens Requires a change as necessary without 0 Tiled Anamorphic your having to set them manually Resizing options for non tiled applications are explained in detail below Figure 3 13 Resize Presets Choices WHAT IS THE PROJECTOR S DEFAULT When displaying a new source by default your image will fill the screen as fully as possible for the type of source present See Select Default below WHEN CUSTOM APPEARS The Custom 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 It is not an option in the Resize Presets pull down list e SELECT DEFAULT default for most images This option will center and display your image as large as possible for the present source as described below vA graphic image will resize to fill the screen regardless of its or
91. d power range See Section 5 Turn the Projector ON Using the remote keypad press and hold for approximately 1 second to turn the projector on or press aon Let the projector warm up for about five minutes The POWER LED located in the lower right corner of the rear input panel should glow a steady green DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 1 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ME 2 2 STEP 5 STEP 6 Pe 2 2 Installation Considerations Installation Type DLV1280 DX User s Manual Select a Source Using the remote keypad press input npug input or input to select and display the image for the source you connected in Step 2 The display will resize as needed producing an image as large as possible for the type of source present Adjust Image e ZOOM With the input image displayed rotate the textured ring on the lens barrel to increase or decrease the image size this requires a zoom lens If you don t have a zoom lens or you can t adjust the image enough the projector may not be positioned properly for your screen size Power down unplug the projector and move the projector in relation to the screen See 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting for details e FOCUS At the lens opening turn the focus tab to sharpen the image as well as possible e OFFSETS If the lens is centered with the screen but you still find it necessary to shift the image you can do so by slightly repositioning the lens mount within th
92. d protected and intended for use by qualified service technicians only Use the checkboxes and pull down Communications lists in the Communications Baud Rate 19200 submenu to alter the methods or Front IR AorB types of communication to and AorB from one or more projectors Wired Keypad LA or B NOTE Changes made to the Broadcast Key Communications submenu will be Ae o saved upon exit of the menu SPIE NWO r SE Figure 3 22 Communications Submenu Aaa lt 4 T GP G a CO LS Baud Rate The baud rate setting determines the speed of communication to and 1 1200 from the projector By default the projector baud rate is set to 19200 2 2400 Setting the correct speed is important when you are controlling the 3 9600 projector with an external device such as a computer or another 4 19200 projector via an RS 232 or RS 422 port You must set the projector 2 ea baud rate at these ports to match the baud rate of the controlling gt 7 115200 device If you are unsure about what baud rate to choose refer to the documentation for the controlling device In an existing network if you discover that a projector has the wrong baud rate make sure to use the pull down list and select the correct baud rate with the key do not just scroll this control with lt and keys NOTE 1 The baud rate setting does not affect the switcher port which is always 9600 baud 2 See Serial Po
93. d source materials AUTO INPUT LEVEL Keep off for virtually all sources default Temporarily enter a checkmark 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 After entering a checkmark wait for the six values to stabilize then delete the checkmark and exit BLACKLEVELS AND DRIVES To check your image and adjust these controls 1 Make sure overall Contrast and Brightness are both set to near 50 NOTE Not required for Auto adjustment 50 approx e ae 50 approx 2 Check the color temperature setup using an internal grayscale test pattern adjusting as desired to obtain a neutral grayscale NOTE Not required for Auto adjustment 3 Make sure you are using an analog source not connected to INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 as Input Levels are not applicable for digital sources or sources going through the decoder A grayscale is recommended 4 Ifthe blacks and or whites appear OK input levels do not need adjustment If black 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 Continue with Step 5 5 Temporarily enable Auto in the Input Levels submenu Wait for all 6 values to stabilize Alternatively do not use Auto reduce blacklevels manually instead Judge by eye and change one or more of the six levels as necessary to obta
94. d to its adjustment plate with 3 large spring loaded T bolts that lock in and out with a 90 turn they are the largest heads visible on the adjustment plate To remove each T bolt use a Phillips screwdriver to push and Adjustment turn each bolt 90 The pin plate behind each bolt will align Spring with its slot and pop the loaded bolt free See right t bolts 3 Terminal block Push and turn 90 S Figure 4 3 Loosen the spring loaded T bolts STEP 5 Remove lamp and detach from terminal block Pull the lamp module out slightly Note that it is still attached to a terminal block which connects to the lamp power supply via anode and cathode cables the lamp module cannot be fully removed yet Rotate the lamp so that the terminal block is on the other side At the top of the terminal block remove the single screw securing the lamp module to the terminal block See Figure 4 4 shows top view The lamp should now be fully free refer to the recycling disposal instructions provided with the new lamp DLV1280 DX User s Manual 4 5 MAINTENANCE Terminal block a a eel Lamp Remove screw to detach lamp from terminal block Figure 4 4 Detach lamp from terminal block TOP VIEW A important A Detach the lamp from the terminal block only Do not disconnect cables STEP 6 Attach the terminal block and insert the new lamp e S
95. e Image 2 Do not connect digital component signals known as YCbCr to INPUT 1 Use the appropriate digital interface installed at INPUT 2 The video decoder input panel provides simultaneous connection of both a composite video source INPUT 3 and an S Video source INPUT 4 If connecting a composite video source use the Composite BNC connector or the RCA phono jack at INPUT 3 do not use both as inputs See Figure 2 15 NOTE If you want to loop a composite signal through to another projector or display device see Video Loop Through later in this section Use phono plug or BNC for input NOT BOTH O INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 O C UL COMPOSITE VIDEO LL Loop l S VIDEO ae La Loop Module 804600 INPUT 1 GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT CHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT L swe od saoe ee REMOTE STATUS 5 POWER lt From Composite Video Source ay Composite I Video Source Figure 2 15 Connecting Composite Video en INSTALLATION amp SETUP S Video The video decoder input panel provides simultaneous connection of both a composite video source INPUT 3 and an S Video source INPUT 4 If connecting an S Video source use the 4 pin mini DIN connector or the Y and C BNC connectors luma and chroma at INPUT 4 do not use both as inputs See Figure 2 16 O INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4
96. e applied or disabled at any time throughout the wall simplifying both the setup and maintenance of a seamless wall Follow the step by step instructions below for adjusting primary colors NOTES 1 During this procedure look only at the center of each screen 2 On line hints and help can guide you through the procedure 3 A color meter is helpful but not required 4 Color matches are optimized for graphic sources If using video sources with radically adjusted primary colors you may notice a slight posterized or banded effect in images you may have to forfeit some color matching to eliminate this 5 Review primary colors upon installation of a new lamp Step 1 PRELIMINARY SETUP 1a SET UP AND OPTIMIZE ALL PROJECTOR SETTINGS Note that you can ignore color temperature at this point since it will be redefined when adjusting primary colors but do set up the projectors in every other aspect Also make sure that edges of adjacent screens are very close to one another 1b ASSIGN PROJECTOR NUMBERS Make sure each projector is assigned a unique 3 digit number see Assigning a Projector previous page You ll then be able to switch between communicating with an individual projector PROJ and broadcasting eros PRO at any time NOTE This projector has no integral keypad To prevent broadcasting when you are trying to assign each projector number use a wired keypad as you move from projector to projector Or use an IR k
97. e if any screen exhibits a more obvious color shift than other screens begin with this screen in Step 2b 2b Return to the Brightness Uniformity menu Beginning with the screen that exhibits the most obvious color shift s for each edge that exhibits a noticeably different color temperature from the center select the corresponding Uniformity adjustment menu Left Right Top or Bottom For example if any part of the left side is too blue too red or too green go to the Left Uniformity menu and adjust the colors i e change their light output until all portions of the left side closely match the center color temperature Adjust an edge first focusing on its center then adjust its corners See Figure 3 36 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 57 OPERATION 3 58 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Match to color temperature of center zone SEERE KARANANE SR Seaton SENEN CERNE SEEN EEO bee eee A Adjust SIDE first then CORNERS e Focus on extreme EDGES Left Uniformity Left Side R 5 6 15 6 35 2 19 5 35 1 70 5 Bottom Left Corner R 71 3 G 79 1 B 68 1 Top Left Corner oono Nj uoJ Color Enable White v Adjust light output of entire left side Look at center of side Examine test pattern Adjust color s in each zone as required matching to center zone Recommended e 0 40 for edges e 0 80 for cor
98. e of connectors are on each end VIDEO TERMINATION In the Video Options submenu make sure Video Termination is checked for the final projector only All other projectors must have this option unchecked in order for the signal to continue For other types of display devices in the chain typically a Hi Z switch position is needed A Use either INPUT 3 INPUT 2 INPUT 4 O O COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO 66 Loop I Module 800000 AA LL LOOP ml INPUT 1 REMOTE RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT k STATUS IO O O O o terig fn dend Lee ace O J amp De E L sync d From Composite S E To next projector Video Source or lt orvice versa _ _ or display device previous projector Figure 2 17 Connections for Composite Video Loop Through en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Extra Video COMPOSITE OR S VIDEO S Video Loop Through CONNECTIONS See Figure 2 18 From your source connect an S video source signal to INPUT 4 using either the 4 pin mini DIN or the 2 adjacent BNCs labeled Y and C Connect a second cable from whichever INPUT 4 connector is free to one of the S video inputs of the next display device or projector Continue this looping method for each projector using either 4 pin mini DIN or the 2 adjacent BNCs as input into INPUT 4 then using the other connector s as an output i e loop thro
99. e projector See 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting note qualified service technician required e OTHER Press to refine other display parameters as described in Section 3 Although the DLV 280 DX delivers a high brightness high resolution output final display quality could be compromised if the projector is improperly installed This subsection discusses issues you should consider before proceeding with a final installation Even if you do not intend to use the projectors in a fixed and permanent installation this subsection will help you to better understand what you can do to enhance display performance Lifting or Hoisting For any new installation you may have to safely lift or hoist the projector into place Securely wrap hoisting cabling and safety straps around the whole projector Attach to the proper Christie ceiling mount only never suspend or fly this model A WARNINGS A Never stack projectors The top projector could slide off and cause injury or death Never fly this model Choose the installation type which suits your needs front or rear screen floor mount or inverted mount Front Screen Floor Mount Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS e Easy to set up e Shares floor space with audience e Can be moved or changed quickly e Easy to access Front Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Does not take up audience space Installation is more permanent
100. ectors FEMALE Proj Network IN Shielded Multi conductor Cable female DLV1280 DX User s Manual en SERIAL COMMUNICATION CABLES 0 From projector to projector RS 422 Shielded Multi conductor RS 422 Cable with 6 pin XLR Connectors r Male proj port 1or2 Wiring Swap cable Tx 1 Tx Rx 1 Rx Rx l 12V Ea i Rx vrsne NOT CONNECTED p 1 12V GND x 1 LUG GND V7 T se A A eS Shield WARNING Shield Do not connect 12V at pin 5 or damage to equipment may result Wiring Extension cable FEMALE to another cable LUG Shield Shield DLV1280 DX User s Manual D 3 SERIAL COMMUNICATION CABLES From projector to switcher new installation Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connectors FEMALE Proj male port Shielded Multi conductor Cable Wiring Shield Switcher IN female port T From projector to switcher in existing Marquee installation For adding a projector to an existing installation in which the switcher OUT port is used such as with Marquee installations add a gender changing adapter at the projector port as shown Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connectors Female female gender change adapter null modem Proj male
101. ecure the new lamp module to the terminal block with the single screw e Insert the new lamp module into the lamp compartment Looking into the lamp compartment the terminal block should be located at approximately 9 o clock i e roughly centered and on the side of the lamp facing the projector rear Refer back to Figure 4 3 and Figure 4 5 oe x A Secure white ry cable with clip 9 to prevent it from touching s mesh shield NEA It Interlock Ferrite Bead Harness Clip Figure 4 5 DX Lamp Orientation and Lead Dressing A warnine amp Check lead dressing in lamp compartment e SECURE ALL LAMP CABLING v Make sure the heavy white anode cable is secured into the clip located on the mesh shield left wall of lamp compartment This will prevent the cable from touching the mesh shield Y Route the interlock harness over the lamp as shown in Do not let it dangle in front of the lamp 4 6 DLV1280 DX User s Manual es MAINTENANCE STEP 7 STEP 8 STEP 9 y Secure the interlock harness to the clip provided at the right front corner of the lamp compartment Clip the harness as close to the connector as possible to prevent the connector from sliding under the lamp Y NOTE The interlock harness ferrite bead should always remain in the bottom left rear corner of the lamp compartment never under the lamp Secure the new lamp to the adjustment plate e Roughly a
102. ed green and 4 Blue Pb Blacklevel 50 2 automatically blue ensure that 5 Red Pr Input Drive 50 2 Mmm 7 oor images from analog 6 Green Y Input Drive 50 2 NOTE Image sources other than 7 Blue Pb Input Drive 50 2 must have decoded video have 8 Clamp Tip O at Siete maximum contrast 9 Color Enable White vy ries without crushing black 0 Peak Detector C or white By default and in an Auto Setup from the Main menu 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 NOTE This automatic adjustment requires at least I white pixel in the image Without a white pixel input levels may produce skewed colors particularly in non video images Figure 3 18 Input Levels Submenu However for a very unusual source exhibiting overly high blacklevels most often caused by a noisy source that causes blacklevel spikes an experienced user may prefer to use the Input Levels menu see Figure 3 18 These adjustments which are actually a calibration process to compensate for differences in sources and cabling enables an experienced user to perfect the source image input levels Note that Input DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 33 OPERATION 3 34 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Levels are of limited use with digital signals but offer some ability to tweak poorly mastere
103. en i 2 Still Video 3 Blue 9 FLL Toop aain 3 Video 9 Color Enable gt 4 Yellow 4 Film 0 Peak Detector 5 Cyan 5 Graphics 6 Magenta 6 Motion 7 White Not in this model Requires opt ADP module sample 01 BG 04 p4WH 48 73k 60 01 02 A 02 iDig st display 03 A 01 ISG 3372k 60 00 OONDPAN Channel Copy Delete 1 Copy 2 Delete 3 Delete Unlocked 4 Delete All Configuration Lamp Number Switcher Channel Edit Name Sync Type H Sync V Sync Interlace Read only Slot In Menu Auto Source Locked Previous Channel Next Channel See next page Status Auto Setup DLV1280 DX User s Manual C 1 MENU TREE y Continued C 2 4 3 Top Left 4 3 Inset 1 4 3 Inset 2 16 9 Top Left 16 9 Inset1 16 9 Inset 2 Custom NOohONM 1 Off 2 Screen lt 3 RS 232 4 All 1 Test Pattern 2 Freeze Image 3 Color Enable 4 Odd Pixel Adjust 5 Reserved 6 Reserved Diagnostics amp Calibration Menu Preferences Menu Location Horizontal Shift Vertical Shift Display Channel List Display Slidebars Display Error Messages Large Menu Font gt Seer sis Odd Pixel Adjustment Red Odd Pixel Offset Green Odd Pixel Offset t Front 1 English
104. ertain numbers or you may have selected the Freeze Image option Press as necessary to cancel the function and return to presentation level 2 Ifthe 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 Turn the projector off wait for the lamp fans to stop and unplug Plug in again and power up as usual The display is not sharp or clean 1 More display adjustment may be required focus brightness contrast pixel tracking pixel phase filter and detail 2 If you are using a BNC T connector try using a distribution amplifier to boost signal levels 3 Is the video input signal properly terminated Set in Video Options submenu 4 The screen size may be too large As screen size increases magnification increases reducing brightness and clarity See lens specifications in Section 5 5 The source input signal may be of low quality Try another source 6 If the focus is uneven from left to right or top to bottom the projector may need a Bore Sight Alignment Contact your service representative Colors in the display are inaccurate 1 The color tint gamma color space and or color temperature settings may require adjustment Review all settings and refer to 3 6 Adjusting the Image and 3 7 Configuring System Parameters 2 When using multiple screens work with the Adjust Primary Colors CSC
105. esentation DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 11 OPERATION 3 12 Time outs The Global Icon Using Slidebars and Other Controls DLV1280 DX User s Manual Help Topics Using Help Setup Keys Source Input Selection Stat Pwr LEDs Using 3D Figure 3 5 Accessing General Help Topics GA Cale GO Sl At the bottom of some menus a line of hint text also appears Whenever the projector has left presentation level such as when there is a slidebar menu message or test pattern displayed you have limited time in which to make a keypad entry before the projector returns to presentation level and the graphic disappears These time outs vary depending on the current display as shown in the following chart TIME OUTS l Channel entry In the menu system settings that include this icon apply universally to any incoming signal Most of the function menus allow you to change settings by using slidebars checkboxes and pull down lists To select a slidebar toggle a checkbox status or view a pull down list do one of the following within the function menu e Enter the menu option number corresponding to the setting you wish to change for example press 3 to select Vertical Stretch in the Size amp Position menu e Or move the highlight to the desired parameter and press Erte e Or move the highlight to the option desired and press 42 or gt e Or bypass the menus entirely and use a single key to
106. et LAMP LIMIT to the number of hours you expect to log on the current lamp before replacing it This typically should match your lamp warranty with actual lamp life varying widely depending on your application and whether or not you require maximum output from the lamp When the lamp approached the lamp limit the Lamp Message if enabled will appear upon power up See Lamp Mode below NOTES 1 If you change modes over the life of a lamp the lamp limit you originally expected may no longer be possible 2 Turning the lamp on and off can reduce lamp life significantly as will other factors Limit strikes to what is necessary Set which LAMP MODE you want to use in order to control 1 Max Brightness the light output Although there are exceptions in most 2 Intensity lamps the higher the light output or power setting the gt 3 Power shorter the life span of the lamp Figure 3 25 Use the lamp mode that best suits your brightness needs For example in a tiled application you may want to closely match brightness levels between adjacent images choose Intensity for each projector then judge by eye and set each individual intensity setting as necessary see Intensity below Or you may simply always need as much brightness as possible choose Max Brightness Lamp modes are described below e Max Brightness The lamp will always burn as brightly as possible driven by maximum power of 500W in this model Keep in mind that the m
107. everal soft vertical stripes or bands across the entire image indicates poor pixel tracking Adjust the slidebar until the stripes broaden to the point where one large stripe fills the image Again the image may still exhibit some noise See Pixel Phase ee OPERATION Pixel Phase SHORT CUT Press and adjust the bottom slidebar Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal It is used primarily for adjusting RGB inputs NOTE Adjust pixel phase after pixel tracking is properly set Adjust pixel phase when the image usually from an RGB source shows shimmer or noise Pixel phase adjustment is done most effectively from within a proper test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern of tiny black and white dots or a similar graphic image such as the Windows shutdown screen Adjust until the image is stable and each dot is clearly defined Using the numbers on the slidebar as a guide you will notice that you can actually stabilize the image at more than one point i e you may find that the image appearance at 11 is identical to the image appearance at 38 thus you can select either setting If after properly adjusting both pixel tracking and phase the image still appears noisy adjust Filter as described below Filter This option applies a low pass filter to the input signal Filter removes high frequencies which can improve pixel phase noise but which al
108. ey Direct slidebars For quick access you can often use a slidebar or double slidebar without traveling the menu system For example simply press to immediately display the same contrast slidebar accessed with the Contrast option in the Image Settings menu Direct slidebars are listed below LIST OF DIRECT SLIDEBARS H Position or V Position Estoy o Pixel Tracking or Phase V Tint Use the arrow keys to adjust a direct slidebar or press and enter a specific number from the keypad then Erte or 42 or gt 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 slidebar as usual if the menu display is turned off see or Menu Preferences menu the slidebar just won t be visible 2 A direct slidebar disappears if it is not used within 5 seconds Checkboxes Conditions are present if its adjacent checkbox contains a checkmark To toggle the checkbox simply highlight and press Exe or highlight and use to check and lt to uncheck For a checkbox that is 5 Broadcast Keys v numbered simply enter the number of the option to toggle the checkbox Pull down lists To see a pull down list of options available for a given parameter labeled with a v you can e Highlight it and press e Or enter the menu option number DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 13 OPERATION 3 14 Editing Text DLV1280 DX User s Manu
109. eypad Wired Remote OPTIONAL recommended when e the front of the projector is inaccessible The wired remote keypad connects to the 3 pin XLR jack via a 50 ft cable It is e the lighting conditions are unsuitable for proper IR transmission e you want to use a separate keypad for each projector in a group DLV1280 DX User s Manual en OPERATION Guide to Keypads Keypad Commands Power NOTES 1 For extra long distances and or harsh environments you may prefer to use an optional remote Two Way Controller to control the projector For operating details please see the Two Way Controller User s Manual included with this accessory 2 Old VistaGRAPHX Roadie style keypads can be used with this projector but the key codes listed on the back are different and do not apply Keep in mind the following guidelines 1 Press keys one at a time there are no simultaneous key presses required 2 For any key having an Power for example hold the key for approximately 1 second in order to toggle the function with a single key press For other keys or to use a key in conjunction with or FoF a momentary press similar to a mouse click is sufficient 3 Press the lightbulb key to temporarily illuminate the keypad without sending any other command 4 G gt and repeat their arrow actions when held down For other keys release and press again to repeat an action In a network pause bet
110. eypad but physically block the IR sensor on all but one projector at a time as you assign each number 1c DISPLAY 100 WHITE FIELD INTERNAL On each screen display the internal white field test pattern Use of the internal white field is strongly recommended If however you still prefer to use an externally generated white field set Contrast and Brightness to 50 for each projector Then in the Jnput Levels menu set input levels correctly for each projector while displaying an external 256 step grayscale 1 Enter a checkmark for the Auto Input Level option 2 Wait for the 6 values blacklevels and drives to stabilize 3 Delete the checkmark and leave the Input Levels menu Input levels are now correct for this source Switch to the external white field for the remainder of this procedure NOTE Avoid using a digital source particularly YUV for the white field USE THE SAME LAMP POWER Set all projectors to the same Lamp Mode Power or Intensity Set all to the same desired setting default 500 watts NOTE Do not try to match the perceived light output at this point 1d DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 51 OPERATION Step 2 ESTABLISH STARTING POINT FOR COLOR ADJUSTMENT 2a ENABLE PRIMARY COLOR ADJUSTMENT In the Adjust Primary Color CSC menu Meu 7 7 enter a checkmark in the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox so that primary color controls can be adjusted and applied to the Menu
111. f color in a video image When set to O the image appears black and white and when set too high the colors appear overpowering and unrealistic Use and to adjust Color until the desired saturation level is displayed For a shortcut to Color slidebar press at any time TINT Tint adjusts color hue to obtain true color reproduction of NTSC video signals or HDTV signals Use and until the desired balance or red to green is displayed in your image It is best to adjust tint while displaying an external test pattern otherwise it is recommended that tint remain at its default setting For a shortcut to Tint slidebar press at any time en OPERATION SELECT COLOR TEMP Select Color Temp applies either a 1 3200K preset color temperature 3200K 5400K 6500K or 9300K or 2 5400K any previously User defined color temperature Color gt 3 6500K temperatures are measured in degrees Kelvin and represent the 4 9300K coloration reddish or bluish of the whites displayed by the 5 User1 projector the lower the temperature the more reddish the 6 User2 whites the higher the temperature the more bluish the whites ey 9 Interpolated NOTE The custom temperatures User or Interpolated Color can be defined in the Color Temperature Setup menu Until defined these custom choices all default to 6500K See 3 7 Configuring System Parameters INTERPOLATED COLOR Use this option if
112. git this digit replaces all old digits 2 If you press any non numbered key the number entered up to that point is accepted and updated as the new value 3 Press to cancel editing of numerical values NOTE See Section 2 Installation and Setup for a full explanation of how to connect a variety of sources to the projector The projector stores and automatically recalls up to 99 different channels source setups for a variety of inputs This memory feature allows you to define and conveniently use a wide variety of customized setups rather than having to repeatedly re configure the projector for different presentations Each physical source i e input can have several different channels associated with it INPUT An input simply describes a physical location for an incoming signal connection These connections are always either on the projector itself one of the four inputs at the rear of the projector or on any switcher connected to the projector s switcher port describes the source signal according to two specific criteria only to which switcher it is connected and to which slot it is connected and is identified by a 2 digit number entered on the keypad The first digit specifies the switcher 0 9 the second specifies the slot 1 9 Note that the projector is always considered switcher 0 EXAMPLES JJ use source connected to switcher 1 slot 3 JU use source connected to the projector slot 1 i e eu Yo
113. gure 4 9 Figure 4 9 Loosen 3 screws FIXED LENS e IF ZOOM LENS Access to the 3 lens mount screws is likely blocked by the toothed zoom ring in front of it First rotate the zoom ring by hand N until its 3 access holes align with the ape jane screws then insert the hex socket ball driver through the holes to loosen the screws do not remove See Figure 4 10 Qa Access es Zoom hole 3 And Figure 4 10 Align zoom gear ring to access 3 screws ZOOM LENS DLV1280 DX User s Manual 4 9 MAINTENANCE STEP 3 Rotate the lens barrel slightly e Using both hands rotate the lens barrel counterclockwise until the screw heads align with the larger end of their slots on the lens See Figure 4 11 Figure 4 11 Rotate slightly STEP 4 Pull lens assembly out e See Figure 4 12 Carefully pull the lens assembly straight out of the projector and set aside y Figure 4 12 Remove lens assembly 4 10 DLV1280 DX User s Manual STEP 5 STEP 6 4 6 Troubleshooting Symptom CAUSE REMEDY MAINTENANCE Install new lens assembly IMPORTANT Remove the rear smallest lens cap from the new lens Keep the front lens cap on during installation A Remove rear g lens cap Cut out at BOTTOM See Figure 4 13 Align the large cut out area on the lens flange to the bottom of the lens mount which h
114. he projector e Secure single screw above the filter The grille should enclose the filter See Figure 4 8 A WARNING A Never operate the projector without the filter installed Figure 4 8 Secure grille with filter A variety of lenses are available to accommodate different throw distances and 4 5 Replacing the specific types of installations See page 5 1 for details To change a lens follow the Lens steps below NOTES 1 You will need a 9 64 3mm or 3 5mm hex socket ball driver supplied with projector or allen key for this procedure 2 Top or bottom references assume a non inverted projector as illustrated 3 If you are installing a VistaGRAPHX lens first make sure its VistaGRAPHX Lens Adapter is present on the lens Such an adapter flange secures to the projector in the same manner as the flange described below but accommodates a screw mount lens 4 8 DLV1280 DX User s Manual STEP 1 Turn off the projector cool and unplug Before removing or installing a lens turn off the projector and allow to cool for five minutes before unplugging Make sure that the lens cap is on A WARNING A Unplug the projector Install the lens cap STEP 2 Loosen the 3 lens mount screws loosen 3 screws e IF FIXED LENS Use the hex socket ball driver provided with the projector to loosen the 3 lens mount screws that secure the lens flange to the mount oosen these screws only do not remove See Fi
115. he Auto Input level function Enabling the Peak Detector activates a special operating mode that detects 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 where the black and white bands are known to be at the edges of the image you can watch these isolated areas while adjusting individual blacklevels and input drives as necessary Images from this source will then display correct blacks and whites without crushing See Figure 3 19 1 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 2 Display one primary color use Color Enable to select 3 For the current color adjust its corresponding Blacklevel slidebar 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 Do not adjust too far 4 With the same color still active adjust its corresponding Input Drive slidebar Just until a single band of white appears at the opposite edge of the screen This band represents the last band of the grayscale pattern which should be 100 white Do not adjust too far 5 Go back and check the black band adjust the blacklevel slidebar if necessary Adjustments a
116. he IR keypad may have been disabled for use with this projector s Press PRO pros to enable broadcasting to all projectors See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion and 3 7 Configuring System Parameters for additional information The power is on but the lamp is not 1 The projector probably became overheated there is likely an error code flashing Allow to cool and make sure that nothing blocks projector vents Do not operate in environments warmer than 35 C 95 F The lamp may have reached the end of its life Check the Lamp Hours via RS 232 request Iph es MAINTENANCE Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY The display is jittery or unstable 1 Ifthe display is jittery or if it disappears and reappears erratically check that the source is properly connected and that its signal is of adequate quality for detection For example it the projector scans the default input for a signal to display and a poor quality or improperly connected source is connected the projector will briefly and repeatedly attempt to display an image If no source is connected the No signal present error message appears over a blank display Correct the source connection 2 The horizontal or vertical scan frequency of the input signal may be out of range of the projector Refer to Section 5 Specifications fo
117. hed they are still defined as distinct channels 3 You cannot define a new channel without a signal present If the incoming signal does match an existing channel the image will be set up and displayed as usual according to the parameters currently defined for that channel USING A CHANNEL You can normally select a channel at any time by pressing see right If you want to prevent a channel from appearing in this list you must edit the channel as described in Channel Edit later in this section Such a channel can still be selected by entering its number as shown at right current channel h lA ekian Channel 01 01 0 2 pDig Display1 e Enter 2 digit channel xga or Move highlight and Display3 press Enter 02 0 1 p4WH 03 0 4 iSVid t i i channel signal type channel name or freq NOTE 1 The current channel is highlighted upon entering the Channel List or if this channel is not displayed in the list the first channel in the list is highlighted 2 Channels created automatically do not appear in the Channel List unless a parameter has been changed All available channels are listed in the Channel Setup menu which describes how each channel can be accessed and which serves as the gateway for editing copying and deleting channels From the presentation level press to display the Main menu menu 3 0 BA Channel Setup 0 1 p4WH 48 73k 60 01 To display the Channel gt
118. hen the projector is shipped from the factory For instructions on how to install or replace a lens refer to 4 5 Replacing the Lens 2 This manual assumes the optional decoder is installed es Follow these steps for quick setup of the projector in a standard floor mount position 2 1 Quick Setup STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Position the Projector Set the projector at the expected throw distance projector to screen distance and center the lens with the screen See 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting and Appendix E Refer also to the dimensioned diagrams of the projector provided in Section 5 Make sure that the projector is level from side to side see 2 7 Leveling adjusting feet if necessary Connect a Source Locate the main input panel at the rear of the projector The lower left area labeled INPUT 1 accepts an RGB input via BNC connectors The upper right area assuming an optional video decoder is installed accepts a composite video at INPUT 3 or S video input at INPUT 4 Connect your source to the appropriate panel connectors Connect the Line Cord to AC Power Connect the projector s line cord to the AC receptacle at the lower right rear corner of the projector and to proper AC Input power required is 100 240 VAC 50 to 60 Hz 9 amps 100 V Use the line cord provided with the projector See Section 5 WARNING A Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified voltage an
119. hic for regaining a 16 9 display of non HDTV anamorphic sources only typically found on some DVDs for example For HDTV the Default setting will produce the same result e All TILED resizing choices are selectable only if you have defined a tiled group of projectors in the Tiling Setup submenu See 3 10 Using Multiple Projectors Size Size controls both the image width and height in tandem maintaining the original aspect ratio proportion of data from the incoming signal Vertical Stretch Vertical stretch adjusts the height the image while keeping the width constant Use Vertical Stretch to display data from the incoming signal in a different aspect ratio Pixel Track SHORT CUT Press and adjust the top slidebar Pixel tracking adjusts the frequency of the pixel sampling clock indicated by the number of pixels per line so that all pixels generated by a particular source are sampled Proper pixel tracking ensures that the image quality whether good or poor is consistent across the screen that it is the correct aspect ratio and that pixel phase can be optimized below NOTE By default the projector will sample at the correct frequency for most sources Pixel tracking is adjusted most effectively using a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern of tiny black and white dots or a similar half on half off graphic image such as the Windows shutdown screen Steady flickering or s
120. hich can help you improve your installation e Ventilation is an important factor when preparing a projection room The ambient temperature should be kept constant and below 35 C 95 F Keep the projector away from heating and or air conditioning vents Changes in temperature can cause drifts in the projector circuitry which may affect performance e Keep the projector away from devices which radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors and transformers Common sources of these are slide projectors speakers power amplifiers elevators etc en INSTALLATION amp SETUP es 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting Throw Distance e For rear screen applications less space is required if a mirror is used to fold the optical path e Choose the right screen size for the application As screen size increases magnification increases and reduces brightness Select a screen size which is appropriate for the venue but not larger than that required Installing a large screen in a small room is similar to watching television close up too large a screen can overpower a room A good rule of thumb is to be no closer than 1 5 times the width of the screen Larger screens require greater attention to lighting conditions e When laying out the projection room consider positioning the projector and screen in a manner which will achieve maximum audience coverage and space efficiency For example placing the screen along the larger wall in a
121. hing 3 15 Selection 2 2 Input 1 2 13 Extra Video Sources 2 17 Input 2 2 18 Input 3 Connection 2 14 Input 4 Connection 2 14 2 15 Input Key 3 6 Input Levels 3 33 Input Video Black 3 32 Installation Front Screen 2 3 General Considerations 2 2 Leveling 2 11 Quick Setup 2 1 Rear Screen 2 3 2 12 Room Lighting 2 5 Types 2 2 Vertical Position 2 8 Intensity Lamp Mode 3 46 Interfaces Optional 2 18 Interpolated 3 30 Interpolated Color 3 29 3 30 Invalid Channel 3 59 Invert Stereo3D 3 37 IR Sensors 3 2 K Keypad Guidelines 3 5 Types 3 3 Keypad Batteries 4 3 Keypad Protocol 2 27 3 10 3 42 4 12 Changing in Keypad 2 27 Conflicts 2 29 Default 2 27 3 10 Hard wired 2 27 Software Method 2 29 Keypad IR Remote Description and Use 3 3 Specifications 5 3 Keypad Wired 3 4 3 42 Keystone 2 8 3 26 L Lamp Cleaning 4 3 Mode 3 45 Recording Serial Number 3 46 Specifications 5 3 Lamp Counter 4 4 Lamp History 3 46 Lamp Hours 3 44 Lamp Limit 3 45 Lamp Menu 3 44 Lamp Message 3 44 Lamp Modes Intensity 3 45 Max Brightness 3 45 Power 3 45 Lamp Replacement Procedure 4 4 Lamp Serial Number 3 44 4 7 Language 3 38 LEDs Status 3 3 3 60 Lens Cleaning 4 3 Types Available and Specs 5 1 Lens Installation Replacement 4 8 Lens Key 3 9 Leveling 2 1 2 11 2 20 Special Mounting 2 11 Locked Channel Checkbox 3 20 Luma Delay 3 33 M Menu Channel Edit 3 19 Channe
122. ice technician required To offset the image Figure 2 9 1 Center the lens with the screen as well as possible refer to dimensions on page 5 3 if necessary To shift image position slightly continue with the remaining steps 2 Remove the front bezel 6 screws 3 Loosen 4 mounting screws turn only around the front perimeter of the lens mount Do not loosen more than 2 turn or you will create too much play 4 With a flat screwdriver pry in the adjustment slots as necessary to slide the lens mount in the direction desired maximum amount of movement in any direction is approximately 1 8 e To move the image up or down pry at side slots gives 70 pixels movement maximum e To move left or right pry at the top slot gives 50 pixels movement maximum 5 When the image is correctly positioned secure the 4 mounting screws 15 18 in lb and replace the front bezel INSTALLATION amp SETUP 1 For best results make sure lens is centered with screen REMOVE FRONT BEZEL LOOSEN 4 MT SCREWS Y turn J Y turn 6 screws PRY WITH TOOL he Adjust gt 5 Cee and REPLACE FRONT BEZEL v2 turn J Lj 2 turn 6 screws NOTE 15 18 in Ib Figure 2 9 Adjusting Lens Mount to Offset the Image The maximum vertical adjustment of 70 pixels means that up to 57 of the image can be projected above or below the lens center The maximum horizontal adjustment of 50 pixels means
123. iginal aspect ratio For example 1024 x 768 becomes 1280 x 1024 v A video image will resize to fill the screen while maintaining its aspect ratio assumed to be 4 3 OPERATION v An HDTV wide screen 16 9 image will resize to fill the screen horizontally in a 16 9 aspect ratio i e there will be black borders at top and bottom commonly called letterboxed y Anon HDTV anamorphic 16 9 image common on DVDs will be stretched vertically So with the exception of HDTV 16 9 the Default setting produces an aspect ratio that is either almost or exactly 5 4 See below If graphics 1024 Image 1280 If video approx 960 1280 If HDTV mage wea MG 1280 If non HDTV anamorphic signal 1280 e SELECT NO RESIZING to display the image in its native resolution which may be smaller or larger than 1280 x 1024 the projector s native resolution All Size Vertical Stretch H Position V Position or Blanking values will change accordingly For example for a source with a native resolution of 800 x 600 No Resizing will center a small image within a black border Conversely an HDTV image is wider than 1280 and will be cropped on the sides or in the case of 10801 HDTV cropped at top and bottom too With No Resizing signals with non square pixels such as video connected to INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 produce distorted images that are too tall
124. ill maintaining a good overall match of light output from screen to screen By nature achieving a uniform brightness will then require a reduced overall brightness this reduction will help ensure that you have enough range of adjustment when examining brightness variables more closely from screen to screen and will help prevent premature maxing out when trying to match to a certain color zone or projector Q USE USER 1 COLOR TEMPERATURE Always adjust Brightness Uniformity for the User 1 color temperature defined when you matched primary colors DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 55 OPERATION and continue to use it for all sources displayed on the wall Other color temperatures will not necessarily be matched from screen to screen are otherwise well matched Q IGNORE THE COLOR OF MENUS Menu color will vary between screens that Q WHITE UNIFORMITY SLIDEBARS White Uniformity slidebar values may not reduce to 0 Each slidebar adjusts overall light output in a specific screen zone but the value shown represents the current setting for green in this zone When other hidden values red or blue are lower than green during adjustment in the White Uniformity menu their values will reach 0 first causing the slidebar to stop earlier than expected Q JUDGE BY EYE OR USE A METER Good brightness uniformity can be achieved with either Step 1 General Setup 1a Adjust primary colors see Match
125. in proper blacks and whites You may want to see only a certain color while adjusting use the Color Enable option described below 6 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 CLAMP TIP This option full name sync tip clamping can brighten the image produced from certain high resolution high frequency graphic sources Enter a checkmark if the image appears unusually dim if there are horizontal streaks across the image or if there is significant color drift Delete the checkmark if the image is either sufficiently bright or overly bright NOTE The sync tip clamping option is not used for video sources or any RGB source with sync information on the video e g sync on green COLOR ENABLE Select which color or colors you want to see useful while working with color temperature white levels or input levels NOTES 1 Input levels apply for the current source only but for any color temperature used 2 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 en OPERATION PEAK DETECTOR The Peak Detector is fast method of defining individual input levels and may improve the accuracy of input levels set by t
126. ing 1 This can sometimes occur with video or VCR sources If you are using a VCR make sure that the VCR option is checked in Video Options submenu Portions of the display are cut off or wrap to the opposite edge 1 Reduce top bottom left or right blanking from within the Size and Position menu Check size and position adjustments 2 Resizing may need adjustment Adjust until entire image is visible and centered The display appears compressed or stretched 1 The frequency of the pixel sampling clock is incorrect for the current source 2 The Size and Position options may be adjusted poorly for the incoming source signal See 3 6 Adjusting the Image DLV1280 DX User s Manual 4 13 MAINTENANCE M 4 14 Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY DLV1280 DX User s Manual Display quality appears to drift from good to bad bad to good 1 The operating temperature of the projector may be fluctuating Watch that the projector is not located too close to heating air conditioning vents The source input signal may be of low quality 3 The horizontal or vertical frequency of the input may have changed at the source end The display has suddenly frozen or an unknown menu has appeared 1 You may have accidentally entered a special engineering code using the key in combination with c
127. ing Colors in Multiple Screens for this procedure This ensures matched overall color temperatures and light output between screens A important amp Double check that all WHITES and LIGHT OUTPUT are well matched See Step 3f of the Matching Colors in Multiple Screens procedure Use a color meter if necessary 1b Enable the Brightness Uniformity checkbox This will enable access to the uniformity controls and will apply the settings to your image 1c Select the 13 Point test pattern for display This pattern provides 9 screen zones with 13 targets FOR BEST RESULTS Rather than examining the CENTER of each zone when assessing Brightness Uniformity adjustments focus on extreme EDGES as indicated in the illustration at right 1d In the Color Temperature Setup menu select User 1 Then moop Brightness Uniformity 1 Uniformity Enable x Test Pattern Left Uniformity Right Uniformity Top Uniformity Bottom Uniformity White Uniformity Color Temp Setup Lamp Ise or disable Brightness Uniformity Refer to HELP for instructions oon oD uo amp P c la a E a Ge a a a e E eee od EEEE EE EEEE EOE e Ifyou have adjusted User 1 Primary Colors to create a well matched wall recommended continue to Step 1e e Ifyou prefer maximum brightness rather than a particular color temperature set the User 1 white levels to 100 maximum
128. ing the Menus esesessseeeseseesssessessrrrsserressestesresrerreserrenesrenresreeresenees 3 11 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels eee ee ceeeesecsecssecneeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenseenseenaees 3 15 3 6 Adjusting the mage i cisccscessssssesscdessesbdstacssced dspesscobssnsagbascvas SEESE Eri Ea EPERE 3 21 37 Configuring System Parameters 00 ccs ceeeeeeeeeesceseeesecesecesecesecsaecseeeneeeaes 3 37 3 8 Working With the Lamp ecen eee cece cseecseeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeeeseessecaecaecnaeenaeeaes 3 44 3 9 Projector Status ce aen ee EE ie ae ami ain A 3 47 3 10 Using Multiple Projectors r iiiter ieissa e riia 3 47 3 11 Error Conditions areen a a A A T n sets 3 59 4 Maintenance 4 1 Warnings and Guidelines cccsssscscsessssssssssesesssesesssssessseececsssesssesesessanenenenes 4 1 4 2 Cleanings oie tiie he eis E eed eel aie Beale elt A Bats 4 3 4 3 Replacing Keypad Batteries 0 0 0 eee eecesecesecesecesecseecaeecaeeeneeseesneseaeeeeeeeenes 4 3 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter ssesseseeseeesseesstessessssssssssreseessresstresseessessssssseess 4 4 4 5 Replacing the Lensin nnns eiei eroe oee EEE eR na i oaro aeii 4 8 4 6 Troubleshooting iseis ee E A E eon gina TAS 4 11 5 Specifications 5 1 SEG HEN AUTOM Sk ogee nn re hl abel teen edeP nar 5 1 6 Appendices A Glossary ie Ween s ae a eae Se eae a ee aad A 1 B Keypad References dnr a ar aa E E Ea aai B 1 C MCU THE feces EAEE S ASEE EEEE C 1 D Serial Communication Cab
129. intuitive menus Variations Basics in settings can be defined and retained in the projector s internal memory as a custom channel with up to 99 different channels possible Components and functions are illustrated below ae Adjustable feet 4 Filter Input panel RGB input Hard reset Video input Serial ports Status LEDs Wired kypd port Remote IR keypad Figure 3 1 Basic Projector Components Components Features ZOOM Accessed manually in some models or with the keypad if a motorized zoom lens is present the lens barrel of a zoom lens optional rotates to adjust the size of the image without moving the projector Minimum and maximum image sizes depend on which zoom lens is installed see Section 5 Specifications DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 1 OPERATION 3 2 DLV1280 DX User s Manual FOCUS Accessed manually with tabs located at the lens focus adjusts the sharpness of the image at the current throw distance LENS OFFSET See Section 2 Installation and Setup for the procedure for mechanically offsetting the lens mount Offset ranges are listed on page 5 1 INFRARED SENSOR The infrared IR sensor on the front of the projector receives infrared signals from the IR keypad for remote control of projector functions For proper operation make sure that the sensor is not blocked LAMP DOOR For accessing and replacing the lamp module NOTE Lamp replacement requires a qualified service technician
130. ion 538 VPosition 414m Color 5 Tint Detail 2 Contrast 50 Brightness 50 Channel 02 01 0 2 hdtv 1080i 03 0 4 s video Projector Setup Keypad Using Help Status LEDs Scrollable window for help with the current procedure Size and Position Image Settings Channel Setup Configuration Lamp Status Auto Setup SHUTTER Optional Color enable etc 02 0 1 32 72k 59 94 Channel Selection Not used for this proj Main Menu approx 10 patterns Size and Position Resize Presets Size Vertical Stretch Pixel Track Pixel Phase Filter H Position V Position Default Full Size Full Width Full Height ONOaRWNH SCOMANOOHRWNH Resizing Presets No Resizing Anamorphic Tiled Full Size Tiled Full Width Appendix C Menu Tree Color Temp Setup See Select Color Temp oe 1 Red Interpolated acta Red White Level 4 Yellow Green White Level 5 Cyan Blue White Level 6 Magenta Color Enable 7 White Copy From Tiled Full Height 1 3200K 0 More Tiled Anamorphic 1 Default 2 5400K 2 Enhanced ae 3 6500K Size and Position 2 1 1024x768x60Hz ECAN 4 9300K 2 1024x768x120Hz as 5 User 1 sample 1 Top Blank g
131. ired can be changed through software commands entered on the keypad A new protocol set through software commands remains in effect until the keypad batteries are removed and replaced if an IR remote or until the keypad is unplugged if a wired remote A remote can also be changed manually you can hard wire new jumper settings inside the keypad so that they remain in effect until you change the hard wiring Note that a hard wired protocol can be temporarily overridden by the software protocol change effective until the keypad is unplugged and plugged in again if a wired remote or until a battery is removed if an IR remote Protocol A Protocol B Keypad Keypad Protocol A is set Protocol B is set in Communications menu in Communications menu Figure 2 29 Independent Keypads and Projectors The standard IR remote keypad or the optional wired remote can be set to one of two different protocols A or B To hard wire a protocol to A or B in either remote follow Steps 1 through 5 Step 1 Unplug the keypad from the projector applies to wired remote only DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 27 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 2 28 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Step 2 Unlatch and open the empty battery compartment on the back of the keypad as shown in Figure 2 30 NOTE A wired keypad opens as shown but a cable passes through the battery compartment cover Battery Compartment Figure 2 30 Openi
132. isplay device such as a projector must be terminated by a resistance usually 75S for video The distance between the front feet of the projector and the screen Also called Projector to Screen Distance Always use the correct Christie throw distance formula to calculate the proper throw distance 5 required for your lens Balance of red to green necessary for realistic representation of NTSC signals The ability of a projector to synchronize to inputs with frequencies within a specified range The frequency at which images are generated Vertical frequencies vary amongst sources Also called vertical scan rate The difference between the center of the projected image and the center of the projector lens For this projector this value is expressed as the maximum percentage of the image that can be projected above or below the lens center without degrading the image quality Vertical offset ranges depend on the type of lens in use and whether or not the image is offset horizontally at the same time The signal that is used by display devices such as projectors to generate an image This term also refers to the output of video tape disk players and computers An optional device that converts NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4 4 PAL PAL N PAL M or SECAM to RGB video A specific type of video signal such as NTSC PAL SECAM This projector can automatically recognize and interpret the incoming standard and display accordingly Screens do not
133. ith 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 Editing a Channel Setup CHANNEL EDIT STEP 1 CHANNEL EDIT STEP 2 OPERATION Channel Setup A 0 1 p4WH 48 73k 60 01 02 A 0 1 iDig _33 72k 59 94 func J A 0 1 iSG 33 72k 60 00 So m oO w im Channel Copy Delete Channel Setup 1 Copy A 0 1 p4WH 48 73k 60 014 2 Delete 02 A 0 iDig 33 72k 59 94 5A 6 0 1 iSG 33 72k 60 00 04 A 0 1 iDig 33 72k 59 94 So SK m 3 Delete Unlocked Only 4 Delete All Channels Oo o m Figure 3 9 Copying A Channel TO DELETE A CHANNEL highlight the desired channel in the Channel Setup menu then press to activate the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Delete and press Ete a confirmation window will appear to make sure that you really want to delete this channel Channel Setup 01 A 0 1 p4WH 48 73k 60 01 02 A 0 2 iDig st display func 03 E A 0 1 iSG 33 72k 60 00 Channel Copy Delete 1 Copy Do you wish to delete this channel setup 2 Delete default gt Delete Channel Setup Cancel 3 Delete Unlocked Only 4 Delete All Channels Figure 3 10 Deleting
134. izontal and vertical scan frequencies of an input signal for proper display The frequency range of the projector s video amplifier The speed at which serial communications travel from their origin In this projector the RS 232 or RS 422 default baud rate of 19200 can be changed to match a controlling device The switcher baud rate of 9600 cannot be changed The time inside one scan line during which video is not generated The blanking time of the input signal must be equal to or greater than the retrace time of the projector In projection brightness usually describes the amount of light emitted from a surface such as a screen It is measured in foot lamberts or candelas per square meter Unit of measure for measuring intensity of light A collection of measurements stored by the projector for a given input source including frequencies pulse width polarity syncs channel number and location user adjustable display settings etc Use channels to switch between a variety of setups quickly automatically recalling previously defined display parameters A list menu of previously defined channels available in projector memory A number that uniquely identifies a specific channel retained in projector memory The projector can retain up to 99 channels DLV1280 DX User s Manual A 1 GLOSSARY M Checkbox Color Shift Color Temperature Component Video Composite Video Contrast ratio Convergence Curved Screen DDI
135. jector functions Open the shutter to regain the display With no shutter installed still blanks the image electronically but the blanking is not quite as black NOTES 1 Upon power up the shutter is open 2 The lamp remains on regardless of shutter status Mute Use to mute hide the current menu press and hold for approximately 1 second to toggle the menu on or off with a single key press Or quickly press and release and follow immediately with or if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status Function Key From presentation level press followed by a 2 digit number to enable a specific color or colors in the display For example 6 4 will display only red and green data 6 7 will display all colors data The list of available color combinations is shown below and also appears on the back of the IR remote keypad Color enabling can also be accessed through the menu system rather than these shortcuts DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 9 OPERATION 3 10 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Fund 6 1 Red Fund 6 2 Green Fund 6 3 Blue Func 6 4 Red and Green Fund 6 5 Green and Blue Eng 6 6 Red and Blue Fund 6 z7 All colors Et does the same thing NOTE Once is pressed in presentation level the projector will not respond to non numeric entry until 2 digits have been entered or until 5 seconds of inactivity have elapsed U
136. keypad operating settings called protocols in memory In some advanced applications such as when you want to use two separate keypads to control two projectors independently you may want to override the original protocol set at manufacture which is A or B for one of the keypads See section 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion for complete instructions en OPERATION SS ae eet j 7 SA Most of the controls for the projector are menu 3 Main Menu Navigating the Menus On line Help accessed from within the projector s menu system There are several groups of related 1 Size and Position functions with each group selectable from the 2 Image Settings Main menu as shown at right Press at any Choosea Channel Setup time to display the Main menu function 4 Configuration 5 Lamp On the keypad either enter the number 6 Status corresponding to the function menu you wish 7 Auto Setup to access such as 2 for the Image Settings menu or use the 4 y keys to highlight the Figure 3 4 Main Menu desired option and press Ete The function menu you selected will then appear If you select Auto Setup this will not activate a separate function menu but rather begin an automated process of optimizing critical display parameters such as size position pixel tracking etc Once you have a function menu displayed navigate in a similar manner enter a menu option number for any numbered option or use 4 to m
137. l Setup 3 17 Color and Uniformity 3 39 Color Setup 3 28 Color Temperature Setup 3 30 Communications 3 39 Configuration 3 37 Diagnostics and Calibration 3 40 Geometry 3 39 Image Settings 3 27 Input Levels 3 33 Lamp 3 44 Main 3 11 Menu Preferences 3 38 Odd Pixel Adjustment 3 40 Service 3 41 Size and Position 3 22 Status 3 47 Tiling Setup 3 48 Video Options 3 32 Menu Font Size 3 38 Menu Key 3 6 Menu Location on Screen 3 38 Menu Navigation 3 11 Menu Preferences Menu 3 38 Menu System Navigation 3 21 Minimum Delay 3 36 Mounting 2 11 Multiple Projectors 2 27 3 47 And Tiling an Image 3 48 Mute Key 3 9 N Network Split See Split Network Networks 2 24 Providing a Back up 2 25 RS 232 and or RS 422 2 22 No Resizing 3 23 No Signal 3 59 Noise Reduction 3 37 Numerical Entry 3 15 O Odd Pixel Adjustment 3 40 Offset Knobs 2 2 Offsets 3 2 Vertical 2 8 Offsets Adjustment of See Horizontal or Vertical Optional Modules 2 18 Options 5 4 ee N OE X OSD Key On Screen Display 3 10 P Peak Detector 3 35 Phase Lock Loop 3 26 Pixel Key 3 9 Pixel Phase 3 25 3 27 Pixel Tracking 3 24 4 15 PLL Loop Gain 3 26 Plug amp Display 3 26 Position Key 3 9 Power Connection 2 1 Loss 3 40 Requirements 2 19 Setting for Lamp 3 45 Warning 2 1 4 2 Power Key 3 5 Presentation Level Definition 3 5 Primary Colors Adjusting 3 51 Processing Mode 3 36 Proj
138. ler as desired RS 232 messages travel RS 232 route only RS 422 4 Ay s s RS 232 messages travel RS 422 route only e If a projector fails use the other standard to communicate with remaining projectors Controller with both RS 232 and RS 422 capability Split Network with Two Controllers E ra O E E TO s N Proj002 _ Proj 001__ e Ay T Li t a Connect both network cable types e Use controller desired RS 232 messages remain RS 232 only RS 422 messages remain RS 422 only Connect both ______ NOTE Programming for the RS 232 controller must be compatible with the RS 422 controller Baud rates must be the same Figure 2 28 Two Types of Split Networks Each projector can be assigned a unique 3 digit projector number for example 001 These numbers are necessary when you are working with multiple linked projectors enabling you to direct commands to a certain projector rather than always broadcasting to the entire network For complete information on how to assign projector numbers see 3 7 Configuring System Parameters Projector Numbers NOTE To loop a single incoming video source through to another projecto
139. les eee ceeeeccesecesecesecssecseecseecseesseseeeseeseneeenees D 1 E Throw Distantes cnie i E EE E E E E EE E 1 F Optional Input Modules sirier ae E E a s as F 1 NOTE Due to continuing research all information in this manual is subject to change without notice 54 017137 06P Software Version 2 1 10 02 DLV1280 DX User s Manual iii Section 1 Introduction MM The DLV 280 DX projector is a professional quality DMD projector using Digital Light Processing DLP technology from Texas Instruments to achieve high brightness high resolution multimedia and video projection It is ideal for use in control rooms and other multiple screen applications demanding unsurpassed clarity 1 1 The Projector How The Projector Works S S oS ooo o oS oS oS oS o oS o oS SO consistency and reliability in critical 24 7 environments Designed specifically for ease of setup and total image flexibility the versatile DLV1280 DX is fully compatible with standard international video formats and can interface with IBM compatible _ PC Macintosh computers and DLV1280 DX workstations DLV1280 DX features include 1280 x 1024 pixels true resolution with other resolutions fully scaleable Over 1500 ANSI lumens brightness Over 750 1 full field contrast ratio Intuitive software controls for matched color and light output across multiple screens Tandem horizontal and vertical sizing software control Independen
140. lign the 3 T bolts on the lamp to the 3 slots in the adjustment plate at the rear of the lamp compartment e Push the lamp all the way back and make sure the pin on each T bolt aligns with its slot on the alignment plate slowly turn each until the clearance slot is located Then push and turn each T bolt 90 to lock See Figure 4 6 TO INSERT Align T bolt pin to slot e Push T bolt in e Turn 90 coil spring pin will straddle groove in plate TO REMOVE e Push T bolt in e Turn 90 coil spring pin will fit through slot Figure 4 6 Using the T bolts Replace the lamp door e Align lamp door with the lamp compartment opening with bracket switch trigger at top right corner Set door into place and tighten 4 captive screws NOTES I The lamp module is calibrated for maximum performance and brightness in this projector Do not attempt to re align or adjust an installed lamp module 2 Light output and uniformity can vary significantly during the first 100 hours of lamp use If you are using the Brightness Uniformity control it is recommended that you either set up Brightness Uniformity after this period or do an initial setup and re check at 100 hours See 3 10 Using Multiple Projectors Power up the projector and reset the lamp timer In the Main menu select the Lamp option In the Lamp submenu select the Change Lamp option enter the new serial number in the S N text box see Section 3
141. lowed by the appropriate two digit number representing their location in the menu system For example press 2 6 to quickly access the Color Setup option in the Image Settings menu Note that for certain options you may prefer to use a direct key from presentation level to go directly to a particular option rather than traveling through the menu system at all note this is not available for all display parameters For example press to access the contrast slidebar immediately Press to return to your presentation NOTES 1 To hide the direct slidebars only make sure the Display Slidebars option in the Menu Preferences menu is unchecked 2 To hide the entire menu system from view toggle the on screen display OFF press and hold the key If you want the projector to quickly set up the image for you select Auto Setup from the Main menu A confirmation box will ask if you really want to continue in which case display parameters listed in the Table below will be set for you An Auto Setup can save time in setting up an image and you can also make further adjustments as desired You must have an unlocked channel present to use Auto Setup Table 3 2 Auto Setup What an Auto Setup Does OPTIMIZES SETS TO DEFAULT Pixel Tracking Pixel Phase Size Contrast amp Brightness Vertical Stretch Auto Input Level off Position Blanking Input Levels if analog source Detail if video source Filter Lu
142. m the power outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel e The power cord has been damaged e The internal cooling fans do not come on when the projector is first turned on e Liquid has been spilled into the projector e The projector has been exposed to excessive moisture e The projector does not operate normally e The projector has been dropped or the case has been damaged e Projector performance has deteriorated Do not attempt to service the projector yourself All servicing must be performed by a qualified service technician only If replacement parts are required it is important that only manufacturer approved parts are used Other parts may result in fire electric shock or risk of personal injury Clean the projector when required Before cleaning always unplug the projector from the power outlet To avoid the risk of scratching the lens clean the lens only if absolutely required A small amount of dust on the lens will have very little effect on picture quality If the lens must be cleaned use a DRY soft cotton cloth Clean gently in a circular motion It is important to never touch the glass surface of the lamp as the oil imprint will seriously degrade lamp performance Should you accidentally touch the surface of the lamp clean carefully with a lint free cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol Clean the case with a soft dampened cloth Use a mild commercial cleaner Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners
143. ma Delay DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 21 OPERATION Image Size and Position 3 22 DLV1280 DX User s Manual The Size and Position menu allows you to increase or decrease the size of your image change its proportion aspect ratio move the image to a specific area of the screen and refine other related parameters Use Size and Position controls to match the image precisely to the screen size and aspect ratio needed for your application Refer to Using Slidebars and Other Size and Position 1 Resize Presets No Resizing V 2 Size 1000 P 3 Vertical Stretch 1000 4 Pixel Track 1600 5 Pixel Phase 0 6 Filter 0 7 H Position 700 8 V Position 545 9 Lens Control 0 More 1 Size and Position 2 1 Top Blank 0 Bottom Blank 0 Controls earlier in this section if you need help using any of the following slidebars or pull down lists to alter your image Changes made to the Size and Position menu are applied immediately Left Blank 0 2 3 and are saved when you exit the menu 4 Right Blank 0 press or Menu 3 PLL Loop Gain 10 7 8 Keystone 50 0 Plug amp Display EDID amp 1280x1024x60Hz Y Tiling Setup Figure 3 12 Size and Position Menu Resize Presets Use Resize Presets to quickly Resize Presets display an image in its native 1 Default maximize for
144. mmunications multiple projector application 1 Baud Rate 19200 M see PRO key description in 3 3 Front IR AorB 3 v Using e Key p ad i you miake 4 Wired Keypad A or B M a mistake in assigning or 5 Broadcast Key changing the projector number 6 Projector 004 press Et to cancel 7 Split Network 2 For complete information about Current projector number o i To assign a new number enter up to 3 digits controlling multiple projectors 1 001 2 002 etc see Section 3 8 Split Network NOTES 1 Requires double serial links RS 232 and RS 422 between all projectors in a network 2 Set each projector s Broadcast Key OFF 3 Keypads cannot broadcast in a split network use controller s instead 4 Do not use a split network when downloading new projector software to a network Enter a Split Network checkmark if you have a network in which each projector is connected via both its RS 232 and RS 422 serial ports Figure 3 23A At each projector serial communications will then remain on either its RS 232 or RS 422 path depending on the controller rather than being broadcast to all 3 remaining serial ports Should a projector or path ever fail the other path will be available as a back up The Split Network feature is unnecessary when only a single serial link is connected between any two projectors Figure 3 23B and will cause communication errors if the
145. mperature setups 3200K Setup can be 2 5400K 5400K 6500K and 9300K can be altered in 3 6500K altered from within the password Service meny 4 9300K protected Service menu only note that 5 User although such an alteration changes the 6 User2 setup and appearance for a preset it 7 User3 does not change its name If you suspect ne 3200K that you are using a preset temperature f a 5400K that has been altered and you want pS Facon 6500K instead to use the original factory Factory 9300K calibrated color temperature without clearing the entire projector memory Figure 3 17 Presets and you can use the Copy From option in Factory Presets the Color Temperature Setup menu to set DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 31 OPERATION up a User temperature with settings from a permanent factory preset 1 Select the User color temperature you wish to update at the top of the Color Temperature Setup menu such as User 2 2 From the Copy From list select the matching temperature labeled Factory such as Factory 5400K These are the calibrated color temperatures set at manufacture they remain intact for the life of the projector 3 The setups for the User color temperature you selected at the top of the Color Temperature Setup menu will now be updated replaced by those for the permanent factory calibrated temperature you selected in the Copy From list Again a User tempera
146. n Size and Position Noise Reduction requires optional ADP Module Select the amount of image noise reduction desired with 0 applying no noise reduction default and 10 applying maximum noise reduction The higher the value the softer the image Horizontal Filter requires optional ADP Module Select the amount of horizontal filtering desired for the current source Note that the default setting of 0 allows the projector to optimize the amount of horizontal filtering according to the current source and is the recommended setting for most situations You can override this by selecting a value from 1 10 with 1 applying no filtering and 10 applying maximum filtering High filtering levels will soften the image slightly particularly evident along vertical edges Vertical Filter requires optional ADP Module Select the amount of vertical filtering desired for the current source Note that the default setting of 0 allows the projector to optimize the amount of vertical filtering according to the current source and is the recommended setting for most situations You can override this by selecting a value from 1 10 with 1 applying no filtering and 10 applying maximum filtering High filtering levels will soften the image slightly particularly evident along horizontal edges Use the Configuration menu to Configuration display and or set global system Image Orientation Front__
147. n occurs when only one of the two signals is present or when either signal is unstable or of the wrong frequency Correct the signal or select another input Other Signal Error Messages In addition to the common Bad Sync and No Signal errors you may encounter a signal error message indicating that Hsync and or Vsync are either too fast or too slow When such a message appears check the frequencies shown in the Status menu If they are correct then the signal is not recognized by the projector On some PCs you may be able to change the settings to generate a compatible signal If the DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 59 OPERATION System Warnings Errors 3 60 DLV1280 DX User s Manual frequencies shown in the Status menu are incorrect check the cabling to see where the problem is When the projector encounters a system malfunction either a System Warning message or a System Error message may appear Both types of messages are accompanied by a steady red Power LED and a flashing red and yellow error code on the Status LED This condition indicates the need for service by a qualified service technician NOTE System messages appear on screen only if Display Error Messages has been set to Screen or All System Warnings A system warning message indicates that a system malfunction has been detected see Status LED Codes below A system warning message replaces any input signal message and disa
148. nchecked these slidebars can still be accessed but will be hidden during adjustment DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGES Choose in what way you want to be notified of errors detected in either the incoming signal or projector Select Screen or All to see a brief on screen messages or select RS232 to be see messages via RS232 and RS 422 serial communication only To disable error message display select Off LARGE MENU FONT Enter a checkmark to enlarge menus and their text You may have to adjust Menu Location to accommodate the increased menu area 3 38 DLV1280 DX User s Manual en OPERATION Communications This submenu of the Configuration menu is fully described in a separate System Communications subsection later in Section 3 Geometry From the Configuration submenu select the Geometry Geometry submenu to define a multi screen 1 mapping of incoming source material or work 2 with test patterns Other options have no function 3 __ Tiling Setup in this projector model i Test Pattern Off M KEYSTONE Not available in this projector Figure 3 21 Geometry Menu LENS CONTROL Not available in this projector TILING SETUP Refer to descriptions in 3 10 Using Multiple Projectors Controls are duplicated here for convenience during setup TEST PATTERN Use the pull down list to select and display an gt 4 Off internal test pattern Select OFF to turn off the display of
149. nd Filtering 3 37 Anamorphic 3 24 And Tiled Image 3 50 Arrow Keys 3 7 Aspect Ratio 2 4 Auto Gain Control See Enable Decoder AGC Auto Input Level 3 34 Auto Power Up 3 40 Auto Setup 3 21 AutoSource Checkbox 3 20 B Back IR Keypad 3 42 Bad Sync 3 59 Baud Rate 2 24 3 41 Blacklevels and Drives 3 34 Brightness 3 27 5 1 Brightness Key 3 8 3 27 Brightness Uniformity Canceling 3 59 Definition 3 55 Introduction 3 40 Prerequisites 3 55 Procedure 3 55 Broadcast Keys 3 43 Broadcasting 3 8 3 48 C Ceiling Mounting 2 11 Channel Locked 3 20 Name 3 20 Number 3 17 3 20 Channel Copy Delete 3 18 Channel Edit Menu 3 19 Channel Key 3 6 3 16 Channel Selection 3 17 Channel Setup Menu 3 17 And Enter Key 3 18 Index And Function Key 3 18 Channels Creating automatically 3 16 Creating in Channel Setup Menu 3 18 3 19 Definition of 3 16 Deleting in Channel Setup Menu 3 19 Maximum Number 3 15 Checkbox Toggles 3 13 Clamp Tip 3 34 Color Adj 3 28 Color and Uniformity Menu 3 39 Color Enable 3 31 3 34 Color Key 3 7 Color Matching 3 51 Color Setup Menu 3 28 Color Space 3 28 Color Space Conversion See Adjust Primary Colors Color Temperature 5 1 How to Copy 3 31 Interpolated 3 30 Modifying a Setup 3 31 Presets and Factory Presets 3 31 User 3 31 Color Temperature Setup 3 30 Communications Menu 3 39 Component Video 2 14 Components 1 2 Location and Use 3 1 Comp
150. ners Figure 3 36 Match Zones to Center Color Temperature Repeat the color adjustment of sides and corners for each edge of the screen that does not yet match the center note that each corner is adjustable in either of its two adjacent side menus When done all areas of a given screen should match Repeat Steps 2a amp 2b for all remaining screens Step 3 Adjust Light Output in 8 Zones 3a For each screen compare the light output of each edge and corner to that of the center If any of the areas differ use the White Uniformity menu to match edges and corners to the center as described below see Figure 3 37 Begin with the screen exhibiting the most obvious variations in light output e Adjust edge White Uniformity first note that each edge adjustment also affects the rest of the screen slightly Keep all edges just slightly lower than the center light output rather than matching light output precisely Otherwise it may not be possible to brighten the corners typically the dimmest areas of the screen enough I e the best uniformity is a compromise between the brightest and darkest areas of the screen e Repeat for each screen Match light output White Uniformity Left Side 35 6 to centgr zone i 5 i i 1 1 1 i i i 1 i i 1 2 3 4 Bh 6 a 8 Right Side 17 4 Top Edge 9 2 Bottom Edge 10 2 Top Left Corner 35 1 Top Right Corner 73 5 Bottom Left Corner 3
151. neven brightness the projector may simply be poorly placed in relation to the screen 3 Simultaneously offsetting horizontally and vertically limits the adjustment range of each For typical front or rear floor mounts mount the projector on a Y secure table or cart Take care with a mobile cart avoid sudden stops excessive force and uneven surfaces that may wv cause the projector and cart combination to overturn NA 2 LIINE The table or cart should be reasonably level Fine adjustments to the projector level can be made by adjusting the height of the projector legs refer to 2 7 Leveling for details Special Mounting Note that projector can be rotated and mounted at any vertical angle i e you can tilt the face of the projector up or down as much as desired for your installation The side to side tilt however must not exceed 15 see Figure 2 11 This limit ensures that the arc lamp in the projector operates properly and safely Always make sure that exhaust air from the projector does not vent towards the lens otherwise you may detect heat waves in your projected image 360 15 max Figure 2 11 Horizontal and Vertical Tilt Ranges You must use the proper ceiling mount fixture or stacking kit for your projector For more information contact your dealer In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited a mirror may be
152. ng for full details Lens offset ranges are also listed on page 5 1 Further display adjustments are available through keypad commands and on screen menus refer to Section 3 Operation NOTE Communication software is required for serial control Contact your dealer for details You may wish to use equipment other than the keypad for controlling the projector or for performing other special functions Such equipment such as most personal computers requires a serial interface for sending and receiving communications through the serial ports on the projector Note that there are two different types of serial communication ports on this projector as described below RS 232 Ports From most computers connect an RS 232 serial communication cable between the computer and the projector serial port labeled RS 232 IN this 9 pin D connector port is located near the bottom center of the projector s rear control panel see Figure 2 22 Then set the projector baud rate to match that of the computer changing the baud rate is described in 3 7 Configuring System Parameters NOTE Refer to Appendix D for complete cable wiring details en INSTALLATION amp SETUP O INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO SVIDEO O vic Y c oy aN ZA a CJ NN ZN VY Video Decoder L_ Loop J Lo LOOP ed Module 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT ia N wi 7 ZN
153. ng the Keypad Step 3 Find the 4 jumpers located along the latching side of the battery compartment These jumpers set the keypad protocol and other settings so that the keypad functions in a certain manner Step 4 Set the Jumpers Set the jumpers as shown in Figure 2 31 Take care to refer to the correct part of the drawing IR or wired optional Use tweezers or needle nose pliers to remove and replace each jumper as necessary e J1 jumper For either remote set between pins 1 and 2 to set as Protocol A Set between pins 2 and 3 to set as Protocol B e J2 jumper For either remote set between pins 2 and 3 as shown otherwise the projector will not respond correctly to keypad commands e J3 jumper For the IR remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 2 and 3 as shown For the wired remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 1 and 2 as shown e J4 jumper For the IR remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 1 and 2 as shown For the wired remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 2 and 3 as shown Step 5 Replace battery compartment cover Plug into projector wired keypad only and test Converting a Keypad INSTALLATION amp SETUP IR Remote Keypad 321 PROTOCOL A or 321 PROTOCOL B Locate Jumpers 321 JP2 ALWAYS 321 JP3 IR 321 WIRED KEYPAD PROTOCOLA Or 321 PROTOCOL B 321 A
154. nging the keypad protocol 2 A key press from a conflicting protocol will cause a single yellow flash on the Status LED located in the lower right corner of the rear projector panel Wired Keypad Like the IR remote keypad the optional wired keypad is either a Protocol A keypad manufacturer s default or a Protocol B keypad Likewise the projector can be set to accept wired keypad data accordingly responding to A or B If desired you can prohibit the projector from responding to a particular wired keypad protocol or you can ensure that the projector responds to either protocol default You can also prevent the projector from responding to the keypad entirely note this choice must be made using an IR keypad In the pull down list select the desired protocol NOTE The wired keypad for this projector is set at manufacture to Protocol A See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion for information about changing the keypad protocol ADDING A PROTOCOL To add a protocol select the A or B option CHANGING A PROTOCOL As a safeguard you cannot accidentally select an option in the Wired Keypad list that would disable the wired keypad during use since such options are automatically disabled in the list In other words you cannot switch directly to the opposite protocol or select OFF using the wired keypad Instead to disable the wired keypad or change it to the opposite protocol you can use the IR remote keypad to execute the
155. nique three digit number for each Once every projector has its own number you can begin to control the group If your projectors are networked first make certain that only one any projector has its Broadcast Keys option selected checked and IR sensor enabled the remaining projectors must have the Broadcast Keys option unchecked and their keypads disabled do this in Communications menu The Broadcast Keys projector will then relay keypad commands to the other projectors If using a wired remote make sure to select the Broadcast Keys option for the projector to which the wired remote is connected To work with a single projector in a network press PR to display an editable window from each projector Enter the three digit number you have assigned to the projector you wish to control All keypad commands will then affect this projector exclusively until you press PR0 again and enter a different number or until you switch to broadcast mode below NOTE If you are using a computer or controller to issue commands use the correct RS 232 software command to gain control of a single projector First make certain that only one projector has its Broadcast Keys option selected checked the remaining projectors must have the option unchecked and their keypads disabled do this in Communications submenu The Broadcast Keys projector will then relay keypad commands to the others If using a wired remote make sure to
156. nnel 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 CHANNEL A channel is a collection of measurements locations and settings that tailor a display 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 tint size etc in order to customize and optimize the display coming from 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 or one signal may simply vary from another signal used earlier through the same input location 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 2 digit channel such as 0 e 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 2 digit aa ane channel number cri Channel eae 0 2 pDig 64 09k 60 12 NOTE The key may display a channel 0 1 i3LG 33 72 59 94 list or not depending on what you have 03 0 4 iSVid 15 73k 59 94 defined within the Menu Preferences menu 04 0 3 pCVid 15 73 59
157. nput Module INPUT OUTPUT O CO sesssees Cecececece O Features Supports Digital Visual Interface DVI single channel Supports VESA Extended Display Identification Data EDID Provides an active loop through using a DVI connector conforming to the DVI Specification Marquee The Marquee Case Power Supply enables you to use an analog input module as a Case Power Supply stand alone interface Two supplies are available one for use with 120 volt line 38 801023 xx voltage 38 801023 XX and the other for use with 220 volt line voltage 38 801026 xx 38 801026 XX Both models include a 15 Vdc 500 mA AC adapter Interface Module sold separately Case Power Supply POWER VERT HOR COMP BLUE A RED oA G 12 15 VDC 400 mA MARQUEE case power suppty Marquee Case Power Supply Features easy installation no tools required the Marquee Case Power Supply accepts the following input modules for use with this projector RBG500 RGB400 Active Loop Thru RGB400 Buffered Amplifier Composite S Video and PC Analog Digital inputs cannot be used retaining clip to secure AC adapter non slip feet supplied with 110 or 220 volt AC adapter oso DLV1280 DX User s Manual F 5 A AC Requirements 2 1 Adjust Primary Colors CSC 3 51 Applying for New Sources 3 54 How to Disable 3 54 Introduction 3 39 Advanced 10 bit ADP 3 36 Noise a
158. nu Preferences menu 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 channel only when it is directly selected via on the keypad and a change in input signal will not result in a channel change PREVIOUS CHANNEL Select this option to see or change Channel Edit settings for the previous channel in the Channel Setup list NEXT CHANNEL Select this option to see or change Channel Edit settings for the next channel in the Channel Setup list en OPERATION 3 6 Adjusting the Image Auto Setup Most options for image adjustments can be accessed through two menus Size and Position Mex J and Image Settings Menu 2 both of which are listed in the Main menu While in either of these two menus you can change settings affecting the image from the current channel by working with the appropriate slidebars checkboxes and pull down lists will always return to the previous menu or to the presentation if from the Main menu and accept any changes you may have made Or you may prefer to begin with an automated setup in which the projector quickly defines certain parameters for you select Auto Setup from the Main menu These settings can then be fine tuned in Size and Position and Image Settings at any time From your presentation you can access any of the individual options in these menus by pressing fol
159. o signals For some types of video you can override the setting The control is disabled for other types of video and all graphics sources Generally if black appears crushed when brightness 50 choose O IRE If black appears excessively elevated use 7 5 IRE VCR This control determines to what degree the projector tolerates signal disturbances The correct setting is automatically determined and set according to the type of incoming source signal for instance there should be a checkmark for all VCR sources The VCR option may require a change from its auto setting in very rare circumstances only such as if you are having difficulty switching between two unusual and almost identical VGA computer sources Otherwise it is not necessary to change this option 3 32 DLV1280 DX User s Manual en OPERATION VIDEO TERMINATION Enter a checkmark e For all single free standing projectors to terminate the video inputs 3 and 4 75 e For last projector in a network S The input should be terminated unless e For all networked projectors except the signal loops through continues to the last one another projector or display device in which case only the last projector in the chain should be terminated ENABLE DECODER AGC The automatic gain control affects decoded video images only Enter a checkmark default for most decoded video sources this activates the AGC circuit to ensure p
160. ode the power level value will automatically increase over time as necessary to maintain the desired brightness until power reaches its maximum INTENSITY This number is a representation of the current brightness of your lamp decreasing over time when you are operating at Max Brightness or at a specific Power level However when you are operating in Intensity mode this value remains at the original Intensity setting chosen NOTE The number shown for intensity is not the actual lumen output but rather a correlated value only 9999 may represent up to 1500 lumens for example To use Intensity mode judge by eye and set the level as desired for your application remembering that higher settings can significantly shorten lamp life Over time the projector will automatically increase the power supplied to the lamp as needed to maintain the chosen intensity as closely as possible This is called brightness tracking Keep in mind that once the lamp power has reached its maximum of 500 watts see Power above this tracking is no longer possible At this point the lamp will gradually begin to dim as usual even though your original Intensity value will still appear in the menu To resume accurate tracking reduce the intensity setting so that the resulting Power value is less than its maximum the lower the intensity the longer it can be maintained Do not lower the Intensity so much th
161. ojector should then fail anywhere in the network communication with the remaining projectors can be resumed in the opposite direction using the other standard NOTE This configuration requires that both standards be available from a single controller or that you use an RS 232 RS 422 adapter B SPLIT NETWORK WITH TWO CONTROLLERS If you have two controllers one RS 232 and one RS 422 and want one to be a back up connect each controller to the appropriate port on the first projector in the network Then connect projectors together using both RS 232 and RS 422 ports as shown Make sure the Split Network option is enabled in the Communications menu Now if either controller fails you can simply switch to the other controller and communicate via the other standard DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 25 INSTALLATION AND SETUP Al Split Network with One Controller Ki Proj 001 Proj 002 ia ee Proj 003 Sey o o o o ASe o f peccner PO aiaa Sa i ag oe o ae i z apts ara z r 2 of sad rel 7 sd P a E fe f ra 3 Is Al ra 3 H beo 990 ateo Q90 r e OCQ0Q0D Og gt ok OQS pO te ob C8090 DOO p o o fo o 1 i p RS 232 RS 232 1 E e Connect both network cable types e Use control
162. olled off transition to maximum white Together these differences can improve the appearance of many kinds of images HIGH AMBIENT This setting elevates low gray levels compared to the Default and Enhanced settings In high ambient light conditions details can be seen in the dark parts of an image that would otherwise be difficult to perceive PAL SECAM This setting results in a darker image with higher contrast The gamma curve more closely matches the official standard for PAL and SECAM video signals LINEAR This setting is a straight linear transition from black to white For normal source signals it results in a picture of low contrast with highly elevated low and mid level grays It should be used only with sources that have their own pre applied gamma control DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 29 OPERATION 3 30 DLV1280 DX User s Manual COLOR TEMPERATURE SETUP Use the Color Temperature Setup submenu to apply alter add or copy a color temperature or if you want to use an unaltered factory default color temperature This menu is duplicated in other locations By default the projector can utilize any of four calibrated factory set color temperatures 3200 5400 6500 or 9300 expressed in degrees Kelvin For most applications these temperatures will display accurate and realistic colors from a variety of sources They can be selected at any time from the Select Color Temp list in the Color
163. on does not necessarily maintain aspect lInag ratio 2 1 2 2 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 49 OPERATION 3 50 DLV1280 DX User s Manual e For each projector select Tiled Full Width to fill the videowall from left to right while maintaining aspect ratio This typically creates a top and bottom black border on the wall and is best suited for HDTV signals See right NOTE FOR LARGE ARRAYS 1 In large arrays having 3 or 4 rows the center row s will automatically fill 2 Screens with very little or no image will be blanked cropped e For each projector select Tiled Full Height to fill the videowall from top to bottom while maintaining the incoming aspect ratio This typically creates a black border on the left and right edges of the wall See right NOTE FOR LARGE ARRAYS 1 In large arrays having 3 or 4 columns rows the center screen s will automatically fill 2 Screens having very little or no image will be blanked cropped e For each projector select Tiled Anamorphic to fill the videowall from left to right while maintaining the incoming widescreen anamorphic aspect ratio of 16 9 This typically creates a black border at the top and bottom edges of the wall See right NOTE FOR LARGE ARRAYS 1 In large arrays having 3 or 4 columns rows the center screen s will automatically fill 2 Screens having very little or no image will be blanked cropped Large
164. operating parameters that are Language English v typically in effect regardless of Menu Preferences source or to work with other Communications settings that are not unique to the Geometry current incoming source Color and Uniformity Auto Power Up Diagnostics and Calibration Reserved Service NOTE For experienced users technicians only O F Go See Gy eS In the Configuration menu you can define a variety of general system parameters to suit your preferences run certain diagnostic tests and access the Service Menu password required Settings in the Configuration menu will typically apply regardless of the type of source your are using DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 37 OPERATION Image Orientation Use this pull down list to change the orientation of the image according to the orientation of your projector If the setting is incorrect projected images will be reversed and or upside down See 2 6 Operating Orientation for an illustrated explanation Language Choose from English French Spanish German and Italian language The menus will change immediately upon selection Menu Preferences Use the options in this submenu to Menu Preferences adjust the appearance content and or 4 Menu Location 4 3 ToplLeft location of on screen menus Horizontal Shift 5 et displayed in presentation level Vertical Shift 10 Display Channel C Display Slidebars C Displ
165. operty damage Allow to cool completely The arc lamp operates at a very high temperature and pressure Failure to allow the lamp to sufficiently cool prior to handling could result in an explosion causing personal injury and or property damage After turning the projector off it is recommended that you wait at least five minutes before unplugging it This provides enough time for the internal lamp cooling fans to cool the lamp and to automatically shut off Cool completely before handling A WARNING Use only lamps supplied by the manufacturer of the projector FILTER Replace the side filter every 1000 hours or sooner If this filter is not replaced air flow may become restricted and cause the projector to overheat See 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter for the complete replacement procedure A WARNING A Use only filters supplied by the manufacturer of the projector Only use attachments or accessories recommended by the manufacturer such as the specific power cord supplied Use of other attachments or accessories may result in the risk of fire shock and or personal injury Ay WARNING A 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 See Section 5 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Locate the projector where the cord cannot be abused by persons walking on it or objects rolling over it Operate the projector at the
166. or too wide See below No Resizing If 800 x 600 signal Led Lol 800 If NTSC PAL SECAM variable borders If HDTV Image If HDTV 1080i image cropped at sides image cropped all around SELECT FULL SCREEN to use all pixels 1280 x 1024 for displaying the image regardless of source or original aspect ratio See right e Select FULL WIDTH to fill the display from left to right Depending on the source this may create top and bottom borders See right 1024 Image For all sources 1280 820 EXAMPLE 1280 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 23 OPERATION 3 24 DLV1280 DX User s Manual e Select FULL HEIGHT to fill the display from top to Full Height bottom Depending on the source this may create side borders See right EXAMPLE e Select ANAMORPHIC to display an entire non HDTV wide screen anamorphic image in its native Anamorphic 16 9 aspect ratio Known as letterbox the image will fill For non HDTV anamorphic only the screen from left to right but will not use all vertical r pixels available top and bottom will be black If you vl a do not choose Anamorphic when a non HDTV L anamorphic image is present the default image will be 1280 stretched vertically characterized by obvious distortion and thin people NOTE Use Anamorp
167. orizontal offset 690 pixels are to one side of lens center 3 Zero offset can vary by 40 pixels horizontally and or 60 pixels vertically This will limit the offset range accordingly 4 Maximum offset percentages are reduced when simultaneously offsetting horizontally and vertically Inputs Number of inputs 1 RGBHV 2 video requires optional Video Decoder Module DLV1280 DX User s Manual 5 1 SPECIFICATIONS Se Analog RGB and YPbPr INTERLACED OR PROGRESSIVE SCAN FORMAT Horizontal frequency range Vertical frequency range Pixel clock rate Signal format Input levels R B G Y with sync R G B without sync Pb Pr DC offset Nominal impedance Maximum return loss VSWR 15 120 kHz 23 97 120 Hz 10 160 MHz Analog RGB or YPbPr 1 0V 2 dB 0 7V p p 2 dB 0 7Vp p 2 dB 5V 75 ohms 1 2 1 dB 200 MHz i Input frequencies higher than the maximum panel refresh rate will be displayed at a lower rate Analog Video REQUIRES OPTIONAL VIDEO DECODER MODULE Signal formats Video standards Input level Composite Input level S Video Luma Y Input level S Video Chroma C DC offset Nominal impedance Maximum return loss VSWR Composite CVBS S Video Y C NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PAL 60 amp SECAM 1 0 Vp p 3db including sync tip 1 0 Vp p 3db including sync tip 630 mV p p nominal burst 5V 75 ohms 1 2 1 dB 6 mHz Sync INTERLACE
168. osite Video Connecting 2 14 Extra 2 17 Loop Through 2 16 Configuration Menu 3 37 Contrast Key 3 8 3 27 Contrast Ratio 5 1 Custom Sizing 3 23 D Dark Interval 3 37 Decoder Luma Delay 3 33 Detail 3 27 Detail Key 3 8 3 27 Diagnostics and Calibration 3 40 Display Channel List 3 38 Display Error Messages 3 38 Display Slidebars 3 38 DVI Input Module 2 18 3 26 DLV1280 DX User s Manual INDEX 1 INDEX M INDEX 2 DLV1280 DX User s Manual E Enable Decoder AGC 3 33 Enter Key 3 7 Error Messages 3 59 Bad Sync 3 59 H Sync or V Sync 3 59 Input Signal Errors 3 59 Invalid User Entry 3 59 No Signal 3 59 System Warnings Errors 3 60 Exit Key 3 7 F Features 1 1 Filter Air Replacement 4 8 Filter Air Warning 4 2 Filter Image Adjustment 3 25 Flat Panel Sources 3 26 Focus 2 2 2 3 2 20 3 2 Folded Optics 2 11 Formats Video 5 2 Freeze Image 3 40 Front IR Keypad 3 42 Full Height 3 24 Full Screen 3 22 3 23 Full Width 3 23 Function Key 3 9 G Gamma 3 29 Geometry Menu 3 39 H HDTV Connection 2 18 Help Context sensitive 3 11 From presentation level 3 12 Help Key 3 10 Horizontal Filter 3 37 Horizontal Offset How to Adjust 2 8 Horizontal Offset Range 2 10 Horizontal Position 3 25 I Image Adjustments 3 21 Image Orientation 2 19 3 38 Image Settings 3 27 InMenu Checkbox 3 20 Input Connection 2 1 2 12 Definition of 3 15 Selecting Switc
169. ous projector To next proj IMPORTANT Use Use the RS 422 port ONLY if your sither system supports RS 422 serial communications Connecting to the RS 422 port with incompatible equipment may DAMAGE the equipment a 8 amp amp O Y C y c O A LL LOOP mal Video Decoder Module 804600 REMOTE O sus Oo rowr Figure 2 25 Adding Another Projector via RS 422 INPUT 1 ED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT 66666 ie a a C Beare L swe DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 23 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ME 2 24 DLV1280 DX User s Manual For either type of network continue connecting projectors in this manner until you ve reached the last projector in the chain so that only the last projector has an empty RS 232 OUT or RS 422 PORT if applicable See examples below Proj 001 Proj 002 Proj 003 Proj 001 Proj 002 Proj 003 N RS 422 Proj 001 Proj 002 Proj 003 Use either or both network cable types Use either or both NOTE Programming for the RS 232 controller must be compatible with the RS 422 controller Figure 2 26 Assorted Networks
170. ove the highlight and press at the desired option Extra long menus have a scroll bar on the right use the arrow keys to see the remainder of the menu Items that are locked or do not pertain to the current action or projector appear dimmed and cannot be selected NOTES 1 If 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 When finished with a function menu do one of the following e Press to return to the previous screen e Press to leave the menu system and return to the presentation If at any time you are uncertain what to do next press to display detailed information about the current menu or highlighted option A scroll bar appears on the right hand side of a help window if there is additional text use the arrow keys to scroll Press again to exit Size and Position 1 Resize Presets No Resizing 2 Size 1000 3 Vertical Stretch 1000 4 Pixel Track 1600 5 Pixel Phase 0 6 Filter 0 Help Help Filter 7 H Position 700 Adjustment of low pass filter of the image signal 8 V Position 545 E A higher number adds more filtering reducing 9 Lars Control the bandwidth of the image 0 More From presentation level press to access general Help Topics Scroll as necessary within a topic Press to return to your pr
171. ppears when the input signal status changes While the projector will remain operational the message indicates the presence of a serious problem that should be reported to the manufacturer You can press ExT to remove the message but for best results you should reset the projector power the projector down and up again with the Power key System Errors A system error message indicates that a serious malfunction has been detected and must be reported to the manufacturer see Status LED Codes below The projector will no longer operate and must be reset power the projector down and up again with the Power key The Status LED Codes If the Status LED on the back of the projector repeatedly flashes a pattern of yellow and red light while the Power LED glows a continuous red you have encountered a likely system error requiring the attention of a qualified service technician see System Warnings and System Errors above Try resetting the projector by powering it off and on again cooling when necessary Consult Table 3 3 and contact your dealer if the problem persists The specific pattern of flashing indicates the 2 digit code identifying the type of problem encountered the number of yellow flashes represents the first digit and the number of red flashes indicates the second digit For example a pattern of yellow yellow red red red is Code 23 meaning the lamp ballast power supply is overheated These codes include
172. r color temperature you chose in Step 2b Canceling A Primary Color Adjustment If you do not want to use primary color adjustments delete the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkmark in the Adjust Primary Color CSC menu This disables Red Primary Green Primary and Blue Primary controls and they will appear grayed out in the menu In addition the Gamma setting can now be changed if desired en OPERATION Achieving Brightness Uniformity DISABLED e Disables primary Menu 4 6 2 Adjust Primary Colors CSC color controls 1 Use Primary Color Adjustment ME eee adore 2 Red Primary e Restores default Disabled 3 Green Primary color temp of 6500K 4 Blue Primary 5 Select Color Temp 6 Red White Level 82 7 7 Green White Level 90 2 8 Blue White Level 98 8 9 Lamp Use primary colors or defaults If used Default Gamma is applied and cannot be changed Figure 3 34 Disabling Primary Color Adjustment WHAT IS BRIGHTNESS UNIFORMITY When used to refine screens already matched for their primary colors see Adjust Primary Colors above and overall light output proper adjustment of Brightness Uniformity can create an exceptionally smooth screen in which e no area of the screen appears more red green or blue than another e no area of the screen appears brighter than another e color and light output from one screen closely matches adja
173. r downloading new software Threaded lens adapter flange for installing VistaGRAPHX lenses Options Input Modules Interfaces RGB500 Input Module RGB400 Active Loop Through Input Module RGB400 Buffered Amplifier Input Module Composite S Video Input Module PC250 Analog Input Module Serial Digital Input Module Digital HDTV Input Module DVI Input Module Other Advanced Digital Processing ADP Module 5 4 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Appendix A Glossary This appendix defines the specific terms used in this manual as they apply to this projector Also included are other general terms commonly used in the projection industry Active Line Time Ambient Light Rejection Analog Video Aspect Ratio Auto Source Bandwidth Baud Rate Blanking Time Brightness Candela or Candle Channel Channel List Channel Number The time inside one horizontal scan line during which video is generated The ability of a screen to reflect ambient light in a direction away from the line of best viewing Curved screens usually have good ambient light rejection Flat screens usually have less ambient light rejection The video output of most computers and video tape machines Analog video can generate a large number of colors The ratio of the width of an image to its height such as the 4 3 aspect ratio common in video output The ability of the projector to automatically recognize and synchronize to the hor
174. r it can be selected from either the Image Settings menu or the Color Temperature Setup menu as usual You can re define a User color temperature at any time using the Color Temperature Setup menu COLOR ENABLE Select which color or colors you want to see useful while working with color temperature white levels COPY FROM Use this option to replace the currently selected User color temperature setup with that of another This function can be particularly useful as a starting point for a new User color or for accessing an unaltered factory default It is disabled for all color temperatures except User See Figure 3 16 Color Temperature Setup he Color Temp User2 3 Red White Level 1 3200K 4 Green White Level 2 5400K 5 Blue White Level 3 6500K 4 9300K t 6 Color Enable 5 User Select a temperature 7 Copy From 6 User2 SE o a as 7 User3 It will replace the 8 User4 setup for the current 9 Factory 3200K User temperature User2 in this case Stable for the life Factory 5400K of the projector Factory 6500K Factory 9300K Figure 3 16 Copy From To create a starting point To set a starting point for a new custom user color temperature select a user temperature then highlight Copy From and select a temperature similar to what you want Adjust white levels from there as desired To use a factory default The preset 4 3200K color te
175. r or display device on a network see Video Loop Through in 2 4 Source Connections 2 26 DLV1280 DX User s Manual en INSTALLATION amp SETUP es At manufacture every keypad is assigned A as its default protocol which is simply 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion Remote Keypad Protocol IR OR WIRED KEYPAD a collection of settings that determine how the keypad operates Once assigned this protocol remains in effect until it is changed that is the keypad will operate as it currently does until you change its protocol Protocols are most useful for multiple projector applications For example you might want to change a keypad protocol if you are working with two projectors and two remote keypads in the same room and need to control each projector independently Figure 2 29 When Keypad A has a different protocol than Keypad B each keypad communicates only with the projector having a matching protocol Or if you have a network of two or more projectors connected together via RS 232 serial ports you may want only certain projectors to respond to a wired keypad thus you can use different protocols to limit responses NOTE Matching the protocol on the projector to that of a keypad is done through a setting in the Communications menu See 3 7 Configuring System Parameters for further information on how to change the projector s infrared sensor protocol A protocol for either type of remote keypad IR or w
176. r scan frequency ranges 3 The sync signal may be inadequate Correct the source problem 4 The input signal type may conflict with the input module Install use the correct module for the source 5 Pixel tracking phase filter etc may need more adjustment The display is faint 1 Check Input Levels option turn Auto Input Level to off then on again 2 Brightness and or contrast may be set too low Adjust as necessary 3 Gamma setting may be poor Recommended setting for most signals is default 4 The projection room may be too bright Lower the intensity of projection room lighting and reduce light reflections as much as possible mn The projector may be too far from the screen Move the projector closer 6 The location of the audience with respect to the screen may not be ideal Make sure the audience is within the viewing angle set by the projector and screen position and the screen type The source may be double terminated Ensure the source is terminated only once 8 The source if non video may need sync tip clamping Enter a check in the Clamp Tip box found in the Input Levels submenu The display is reversed and or upside down 1 The projector s image orientation is not set correctly for the current installation Refer to 2 6 Operating Orientation to set the projector s image orientation to match your installation The upper portion of the display is waving tearing or jitter
177. re related so you may have to go back and forth until both bands are just optimized 6 Repeat Steps 2 5 with the other two remaining primary colors When each primary color shows one optimized black band and white band the input levels for this source are correctly set Upon exiting the Input Levels menu the Peak Detector checkbox will clear Input Levels 1 Auto Input Level C 2 Red Pr Blacklevel 50 2 3 Adjust corresponding pes 3 Green Y Blacklevel 50 2 oe 4 Blue Pb Blacklevel 50 2 black band appears 6 Green Y Input Drive 50 2 4 Adjust corresponding 7 Blue Pb Input Drive 50 2 input drive red green or blue until one Clamp Tip L white band appears 8 Red 9 Color Enable Red Tdi h 0 Peak Detector Cee 1 Enable Peak Detector aaa Figure 3 19 Adjusting Input Levels Using the Peak Detector RED EXAMPLE SHOWN 5 Red Pr Input Drive 50 2 N DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 35 OPERATION 3 36 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Processing Mode This control determines the gt 1 Auto projector s processing route for 8 bit ony 2 Video Not in this the incoming signal 3 Graphics HDTV E 1 AUTO default The NIE Oph projector will automatically select the correct processing mode according to what input signal it detects Use Auto unless you want or need to override its performance and apply a specific mode
178. rectangular room will reduce audience coverage Figure 2 7 shows two examples of how audience coverage is maximized SQUARE ROOMS RECTANGULAR ROOMS Corner placement of screen Screen placement along short wall ields best audience coverage Prime Audience Area Figure 2 7 Screen Locations for Maximum Audience Coverage Installation type screen type and lighting all affect where the projector is positioned In addition both throw distance the distance between the projector and screen and vertical position the height of the projector in relation to the screen must be determined for every new installation Both depend on the screen size and lens type you are using Make sure that the room can accommodate the required position of the projector for the chosen screen size Throw distance is the distance between the projector s front feet and the screen For any installation an accurate throw distance must be determined in order for the image to be of the right size for your screen the farther the projector is from the screen the larger the image NOTE If your projector is tilted in relation to the screen as is sometimes the case for large venues or elevated installations throw distance still represents the smallest measurement between the screen and front feet DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 7 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 2 8 Vertical amp Horizontal Position DLV12
179. resets Lamp Hours to 0 Figure 3 26 Recording the New Lamp Serial Number en OPERATION eeil 3 9 Projector Status a l 3 10 Using Multiple Projectors Assigning a Projector lamp serial number will be added to the Lamp History menu and the Lamp Hours timer will reset to 0 Lamp Mode and Lamp Limit remain as they were for the previous lamp and can be changed at any time NOTE Enter a serial number only if you have just installed a new lamp This will help ensure that lamp timer is not reset on an old lamp and that the number of hours logged on the lamp will be accurate A IMPORTANT Always DO record the serial number of a NEW lamp This read only menu lists a variety of details about the standard and optional components currently in use on the projector Refer to the Status menu for versions of hardware left side and software right side installed the number of lamp 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 switcher slot and frequencies Use aon ore lt or gt to see additional Status information Status Scroll to see more Model DLV 1280DX S N 123456789 Lamp Hours 20 Lamp Counter 5 Projector Hours 4021 Native Resolution 1280 x 1024 Chan Name Sync Type Tri Level on HC input Chan Number 02 Sync 33 75 kHz 60 00 Hz Switcher 0 projec
180. rk The keypad in use must be OFF disabled for the remaining projectors See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion and 3 7 Configuring System Parameters Pixel Press to access the pixel tracking and pixel phase double slidebar Adjust pixel tracking first use 42 and to increase or decrease the frequency of the pixel sampling clock to correct consistency and or aspect ration of the image For proper phase use and to increase or decrease pixel phase so that any shimmer disappears and the image is stable throughout See 3 6 Adjusting the Image Size and Position subsection for a complete explanation of tracking and phase Position Press to move the image using the double slidebar At the slidebar use and to move the image left or right use and to move the image up or down Lens Remote lens features are not available in this projector Adjust the lens manually for proper focus and if applicable zoom Offsets can also be mechanically adjusted See Section 2 Shutter OPTIONAL If your projector has a mechanical lens shutter a k a douser installed press and hold for approximately 1 second to toggle the shutter closed or open with a single key press this also blanks the image electronically Or quickly press and release and follow immediately with or if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status Close the shutter whenever you want to mute all display yet maintain access to pro
181. rojector to Screen Distance Protocol Pull down List Rear Screen Resizing Resolution lens Resolution projector A 4 DLV1280 DX User s Manual The unit of measure for the amount of visible light emitted by a light source The amount of visible light per square meter incident on a surface 1 lux 1 lumen square meter 0 093 foot candles A list of selectable options displayed on the screen A video output format of some video tape and disk players There are two types of NTSC National Television Standards Committee video NTSC 3 58 and NTSC 4 43 NTSC 3 58 is used primarily in North America and Japan NTSC 4 43 is less commonly used A type of rear projection screen which re directs light through the screen to increase image brightness in front of the screen Screen gain is usually greater than 1 but audience viewing angles are reduced PAL Phase Alternating Line video is a 50 Hz standard with 768 x 576 resolution It is found on some video tape and disk players used primarily in Europe China and some South American and African countries A distortion of the image shape characterized by concave or convex borders The smallest discernible element of data from a computer generated image The phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to incoming data The frequency of the pixel sampling clock indicated by the number of pixels per line The projector is at presentation level when an image from a source is di
182. roperly bright images Delete the checkmark if a decoded video image exhibits strange color artifacts such as stripes in highly saturated colors indicating an incompatibility between this source and the AGC DECODER LUMA DELAY This control 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 Input Levels NOTES 1 It is recommended that only experienced users use the Input Levels submenu the projector automatically optimizes input levels for all but the most unusual of sources 2 Before attempting an input level adjustment check that overall contrast and brightness settings are near 50 and that color temperature is properly set up on an internal grayscale test pattern 3 There must be at least one white pixel present in the image for proper Auto Input Level function Leave this control off Good RGB or input levels hari E Input Levels Always OFF before i 1 Auto Input Level C leaving menu drives and blacklevels foreach of th tires 2 Red Pr Blacklevel 50 2 3 Green Y Blacklevel 50 2 Levels adjust colors r
183. rt Connections and Appendix D for more information about cable connections between devices DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 41 OPERATION 3 42 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Front IR Rear IR NOTE There is no rear IR sensor on this model As described in Section 2 the standard IR remote keypad is capable of i She sending data to the projector in either one of two protocols called A or z 3 B B Likewise any IR sensor present on the projector can be set to accept 4 Off IR data accordingly responding to A B or both The projector s A or B default is adequate for most single projector installations Select a specific protocol to prevent interference when you are controlling two protectors in the same area and want to work with one projector at a time As a safeguard you cannot accidentally select an option in the Front IR list that would disable the IR keypad during use since such options are automatically disabled in the list In other words you cannot switch directly to the opposite protocol or select OFF using the IR keypad Instead to disable the IR keypad or change the projector s sensor to the opposite protocol you must use the wired remote keypad to execute the change The projector will then no longer recognize the IR keypad protocol previously in use NOTES 1 The IR remote keypad for this projector is set at manufacture to Protocol A See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion for information about cha
184. s Are there test patterns or menus present If so check your source connections again The room lighting may be too bright Lower the intensity of the room lighting Reduce light reflections as much as possible Increase contrast and or brightness of image The projector may be too far from the screen Move the projector closer Is the Status LED flashing a pattern of yellow and red lights while the Power LED is steady red This indicates an internal system error that may prevent the projector from operating If the problem persists contact a qualified service technician The projector does not respond to the infrared remote keypad 1 Does the wired in keypad work If so check that the IR keypad is enabled its protocol and IR sensor protocol must match Does the green Status LED flash each time a key is pressed If not the projector is not receiving the keypad s IR signals Ensure the keypad is directed to either the front of the projector or towards the screen The viewing path between the IR keypad and the projector or screen may be blocked Ensure there is a clear line of sight between the keypad and the projector or screen The batteries in the IR remote keypad may be weak Refer to 4 3 Replacing Keypad Batteries for instructions on how to replace the batteries There may be unusual lighting conditions in the room that interfere with IR keypad operation Determine if such conditions exist and correct T
185. s select All To disable error messages except for invalid user entries select Off Invalid User Entry Any keypad entry not recognized by the projector will trigger an on screen error message describing the problem For example if you specify a channel number that has not been defined the message Invalid Channel will appear Or if you try to enter the wrong password you ll see Invalid Password Press or to confirm the message and eliminate the message box NOTE Displaying of Invalid User Entry messages cannot be disabled even if Display Error Messages has been set to Off Input signal errors messages appear when you are in presentation level i e when there are no menus present and have selected an input on which the projector detects a problem While menus remain operational and pressing any key will temporarily remove the message from the screen you must resolve the signal problem in order to permanently eliminate the message NOTE Input signal messages appear on screen only if Display Error Messages has been set to Screen or All No Signal The message No signal appears when there is no signal detected at the selected input Both HSYNC and VSYNC are inactive and the screen background is black Connect or correct the signal or select another input Bad Sync The message Bad Sync is displayed when HSYNC or VSYNC are active but the signal cannot be displayed Such a conditio
186. se of the key within the menu system is noted with the appropriate topic elsewhere in Section 3 For example press in the Channel Setup menu to enable deletion or copying of a channel OSD On screen display Press and hold for approximately 1 second to toggle menus on or off i e visible or invisible Or press followed immediately by or to guarantee the correct toggle direction useful if you are unsure of the present status Note that invisible menus are fully functional NOTE With OSD on you can still mute menus error messages slidebars etc with the appropriate setting in the Menu Preferences menu Help Press for detailed information about any current menu and highlight Press again to exit From presentation level press to access the General Help menu consisting of Using Help Setup Keys Source Input Selection Status Pwr LEDs and Using 3D Press to leave General Help and return to presentation level Test Press to display one of the available test patterns Press again to display the next available pattern in the sequence will exit after the last pattern or press at any time to remove the current test pattern from the screen and return to presentation level Test patterns are also accessible from within the menu system NOTE For a list of test patterns see 3 7 Configuring System Parameters Communications menu Keypad operating settings protocols The remote keypad and the optional wired keypad both store
187. se single links vary from RS 232 to RS 422 anywhere in the network Likewise if you have two serial links connected between any two projectors failure to use the Split Network checkbox can also cause a communication error DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 43 OPERATION 3 44 3 8 Working with the Lamp DLV1280 DX User s Manual Communications Communications Baud Rate 38400 Baud Rate 38400 FrontIR A orB FrontIR A orB BackIR AorB BackIR AorB Wired Keypad A or B Wired Keypad A or B Broadcast Key Broadcast Key ly Projector 003 Projector 003 Split Network v Split Network CABLE CONNECTIONS CABLE CONNECTIONS gs42 p4 NOTE Required for downloading new AS 232 projector software to a network pS 422 Either Either RS 232 Ether githa Either Either Figure 3 23 Use of Split Network Option Whenever you install a new lamp in the projector you must access the Lamp submenu i Lamp Hours 20 available from Main and record the lamp Lamp SIN 987654321 serial number in the projector s memory You f 1 Lamp Message v can also choose the lamp operation mode you Lamp
188. select the Broadcast Keys option for the projector to which the wired remote is connected On either the IR remote or wired keypad press Pros to display the projector box Press Ro again without entering a number the keypad commands will now affect all projectors NOTE If you are using a computer or controller to issue commands use the correct RS 232 software command to broadcast Tiling an image means that multiple adjacent Tiling Setup displays work together to form a single image 40 Number of Rows Qo like a tiles in a mosaic This videowall concept 9 Number of Columns 2 contrasts with other multiple projector a Projector row 2 applications in which each display is a 4 Projector Column 1 complete and independent image Use the 5 Resize Presets Default Y Tiling Setup menu as described below accessed via the Size and Position menu or Configuration Geometry menu to configure a maximum of 16 displays 4 x 4 into one single image videowall or tiling array Defining the Videowall NUMBER OF ROWS Use the slidebar to define the number of rows 1 4 present in your videowall Each projector must have the same setting en OPERATION NUMBER OF COLUMNS Use the slidebar to define the number of columns 1 4 present in your videowall Each projector must have the same setting PROJECTOR ROW AND PROJECTOR COLUMN For each projector use these two slidebars to define the projector
189. sired override the default Auto setting by selecting the appropriate motion filter 1 AUTO The projector will automatically use the correct motion filter according to the incoming signal Note that the Still Video filter will be applied for RGB non HDTV interlaced signals and the Motion filter will be applied for RGB HDTV interlaced sources 2 STILL VIDEO For static images with no motion such as graphics from a CD Note Applied for RGB non HDTV interlaced signals 3 VIDEO For video images that did not originate from film or for moving computer generated images NOTE Applied for RGB HDTV interlaced signals 4 FILM For video images that originated from film This will optimize image quality and stability NOTES 1 For 60 Hz video standards NTSC PAL M PAL 60 2 Also recommend for PAL video standard if the ADP module is present note that you must Select film mode manually in this case 3 Signals can be from RGB video composite video or S video sources 5 GRAPHICS For graphic images 6 MOTION For video images that did not originate from film or for moving computer generated images NOTE Applied for RGB HDTV interlaced signals ee OPERATION 3 7 Configuring System Parameters System Configuration And Diagnostics Dark Interval Not available in this projector Invert Stereo3D Not available in this projector White Boost Not available in this projector PLL Loop Gain See description i
190. so reduces signal bandwidth Note that most signals will not require any filter adjustment use the filter option only if standard pixel tracking and phase adjustments do not adequately clear up a noisy signal For best results 1 Optimize Pixel Tracking and jot down the Good area value Optimize Pixel Phase wa wa 3 If the image is still too noisy return to Pixel Resour We eee Tracking and mis adjust so that 2 vertical bands of noise appear separated by a good center band See right 4 Adjust Filter to maximize the width of the good Enlarge good area area See right 5 Return Pixel Tracking to its correct setting from gt Step 1 a 6 Readjust Phase qm aN NOTE Filter affects only the current signal H Position SHORT CUT Press and adjust the top slidebar This option moves image right or left NOTE The 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 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 25 OPERATION 3 26 DLV1280 DX User s Manual V Position SHORT CUT Press and adjust the bottom slidebar This option moves the image up or down NOTE The value shown represents where the approximate center of the image lies in relation to the total number of pixels available vertically This varies widely
191. specific functions such as Channel Setup or Image Settings Press again to remove all menus and return to presentation level en OPERATION AON VOFF gt or voFF Enter Press to select a highlighted item to toggle a checkbox checked vs unchecked or to accept a parameter adjustment and return to the previous menu or image 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 slidebars or within pull down lists It acts as a cancel in these cases Arrow Keys The arrow keys have a variety of functions depending on the situation Some typical uses are described below See also Editing Text later in Section 3 e Use 4z or gt to change a slidebar value hold as desired for continuous adjustment note the adjustment increments and range depend on the parameter being adjusted e Use 45 or gt to change to a different option within a pull down list without having to display the list first e Use 4z or gt to jump between pages such as in Help or lengthy pull down lists Use the aon or keys to navigate within a menu pull down list or text box or to increase or decrease the value in the second bottom slidebar of a double slidebar You can also use or in conjunction with certain toggle keys i e those including
192. splayed without the presence of a slidebar menu pull down list or error message The distance between the projector s front feet centers and the screen Also called Throw Distance The type of code format called A or B utilized by the remote keypad s The default protocol set at manufacture is Protocol A By using two different keypad protocols adjacent projectors can be controlled independently with their remote IR keypads A selectable menu item that unfolds into a list of options pertaining to it A translucent panel for screen projection Incident light travels through the incident surface of a rear screen and forms an image on the other surface The ability to manipulate through software commands the physical size placement and or aspect ratio of an image The maximum number of alternate white and black horizontal lines that can be distinguished on a screen when a photographic target is placed between the lens and a light source and illuminated by that source The maximum number of pixels that the projector can display horizontally and vertically across an image such as 1024 x 768 XGA or 1280 x 1024 SXGA en GLOSSARY Retrace Time Horizontal Rise Time RGB Video RS 232 RS 422 S Video Scan Frequency Scan Line SECAM Slidebar Source Source Setup Spot Size Switcher Sync The minimum time required for a CRT projector to move the position of the scanning spot from
193. t 3 1280x1024x60Hz aningar 6 User 2 2 Bottom Blank 4 1280x1024x105Hz 7 User 3 3 Left Blank 5 1600x1200x45Hz oe 8 User 4 4 Right Blank 5 9 rarior SHN i TA 1 3200K actory 5 PLL Loop Gain Tiling Setup 2 5400K i Factory 6500K 1 Number of Rows 3 6500K Factory 9300K 8 Tiling Setup y 2 Number of Columns i on 58 Noi uaiabe in th 3 Projector Row 6 User 2 Requires opt FER 4 Projector Column 7 User 3 TAG DVI module 5 Resize Presets 8 User 4 2 NTSC 9 Interpolated i 3 NTSC 44 4 PAL 7 Color Setup 5 PALM Image Settings 1 Color 6 PAL NC Contrast 2 Tint 7 PAL60 Brightness sun 8 SECAM 1 RGB 2 YPbPr Video 3 YPbPr HDTV Pixel Phase Detail Color Space 3 Select Color Temp 4 Interpolated Color gt 5 Gamma Video Options Color Setup Video Options Input Levels OONODAABRWN Video Standard Input Video Black VCR Video Termination 6 Color Temp Setup Input Levels More 1 A Enable Decoder AGC 2 Video 1 Auto Input Level Decoder Luma Delay Image Settings 2 3 Graphics HDTV 2 Red Pr Black Level 3 Green Y Black Level 1 Processing Mode 4 Blue Pb Black Level 1 0IRE 2 Motion Filter 5 Red Pr Input Drive 2 7 5 IRE Not in this model 6 Green Y Input Drive 1 Red gt 1 Auto ADP module i Sea a Drive 2 Gre
194. t vertical stretch for changing aspect ratios Choice of lamp modes for control of brightness and energy Standard short throw lens for image sizes from 5 to 30 feet diagonal Display of NTSC PAL and SECAM video input requires optional decoder Display from PCs VCRs laser disc players video cameras etc Memory for up to 99 custom channels Intuitive on screen menus or hidden direct control Remote keypad and controller and switcher compatibility Input switching with remote keypad Built in RS 232 and RS 422 ports for computer control and networked projectors Utilitarian and modular design for lower cost quick setup and easy servicing The projector accepts data graphics and video input signals for projection on to front or rear flat screens High brightness light is generated by an internal Xenon arc lamp then modulated by three DMD digital micromirror device 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 DLV1280 DX User s Manual 1 1 INTRODUCTION 1 2 es included are an infrared IR remote keypad line cord a 9 64 hex socket ball driver 1 2 Components and a DLV1280 DX User s Manual Make sure that you have everything 9 64 Hex Socket Driver User s Manual Figure 1 1 Componen
195. ter Open or close lens optional f Input1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Pixel Position Lens Func gt Color Tint Detail ree Cont Bright Vol Menu sir Enter Exit mS AON y a gt VOFF Input Chan Proj L 1 2 3 Help 4 5 6 Test 7 8 9 Mute 0 Shutter Stby paad Inputt Color Pixel Position 1 Protocol A Input Color Pixel Position 2 Protocol B Projector Inputs 1 4 e Display from a projector input Lens e Not functional in this model Func e Color enable shortcut Detail e Adjust sharpness primarily video OSD Turn menus on off toggle Volume e not in this model Menu e Display menus toggle Lightbulb e Illuminate keypad Exit e Return to previous Channel e Select channel setup Projector Select projector s Help e Display context sensitive help toggle Test e Display selected test patterns Mute e Hide menu temp Power e Turn projector on off Standby e Turn image off on a toggle key Press and hold to toggle or Press and release followed with AON or VOFF Figure B 1 Keypad DLV1280 DX User s Manual B 1 Projector O Enter Number 1 Pixel Track 38 Pixel Phase 4 C H Posit
196. the projector HARD RESET Emergency access for powering down the projector in the event of a system failure Insert a pen point or small screwdriver The keypad appears in two locations e Infrared IR Remote for tetherless control up to 100 feet away e Wired Remote optional tethered to the rear of the projector While either keypad is identical in layout and provides complete control of the projector you may find one keypad more convenient than the other for your specific installation and application The IR Remote Keypad controls the projector by way of wireless communications from a battery powered infrared IR transmitter Use the IR remote keypad the same way you would use a remote keypad supplied with a TV or VCR When making key presses point the keypad either toward the screen or toward the front of the projector DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 3 OPERATION 3 4 The sensor on the projector will detect the signals and relay the commands for internal processing r m e Projector Inputs 1 4 e Display from a Wired ype Only projector input 9 Lens Pixel Not functional e Adjust pixel tracking in this model and phase Input1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Position Func Adjust i iti _ ae MAJS PESER Pixel Position Lens Func Coor enabl g Adjust color intensity i J Detail Tint video only Color Tint
197. the right edge to the left edge The time required by the video amplifier of the projector to increase its output from 10 to 90 of the maximum value The video output analog or digital of most computers Analog RGB video can have 3 4 or 5 wires one each for red green and blue and either none one or two for sync For three wire RGB the green wire usually provides sync See TTL Video A common asynchronous data transmission standard recommended by the Electronics Industries Association EIA Also called serial communication A less common asynchronous data transmission standard in which balanced differential voltage is specified RS 422 is especially suited to long distances The output from certain video tape players and video equipment S Video separates sync and luminance from color information typically producing a higher quality display than composite video The horizontal or vertical frequency at which images are generated One horizontal line on the display A video output format of some video tape and disk players used primarily in France SECAM Sequential Couleur 4 M moire signals are similar in resolution and frequency to PAL signals The primary difference between the two standards is in the way color information is encoded A slidebar is a graphical display of an adjustable setting The numerical setting often represents a percentage but can be a specific unit such as degrees Kelvin The device such as
198. tment is activated instead of the usual default of 6500K applied when Primary Color Adjustment is not enabled As in any color temperature menu white levels for preset color temperatures cannot be changed See Figure 3 30 Adjust Primary Colors CSC t 2 Red Primary 3 Green Primary 4 Blue Primary 5 Select Color Temp 6 Green White Level Blue White Level 7 8 9 Lamp Use Primary Color Adjustment x User 1 M Red White Level 90 2 90 2 90 2 Set at 90 before setting primary colors Figure 3 30 Start With a User Temperature and 90 White Levels NOTE USER 1 RECOMMENDED 2c SET 90 WHITE LEVELS STARTING POINTS In the Adjust Primary Color 3 52 DLV1280 DX User s Manual CSC menu set all White Levels to 90 note appears as 90 2 in the menu See Figure 3 30 en OPERATION Individual Projectors All Projectors Individual Projectors NOTE A starting point should not be 100 because this color could not then be added to the mix for either of the two remaining primary colors therefore limiting the success of matching all colors 2d MATCH ALL LIGHT OUTPUT Compare all white fields and choose the dimmest Using the Pro function to talk to the other projectors individually reduce Lamp Power settings as necessary until each projector has approximately the same light output as the dimmest Step 3 PRIMARY COLOR ADJUSTMENT 3a
199. tor Slot 1 Input 1 IPM 6 2 Software 2 1 Interconnect 2 3 Boot 1 1 Panel Driver 2 2 T2 Engine 0 0 additional options use arrow keys Figure 3 27 Status Menu SAMPLE When working with multiple projectors you may want to use the RS 232 or RS 422 serial ports to chain the projectors together in a network that you control from either a keypad or a computer controller see 2 9 Serial Port Connections Or you may prefer that each projector stands alone in which case you will probably use a single IR remote keypad In either case you can switch back and forth between broadcasting to all projectors or controlling each projector individually Advanced controls for critical color and light output settings can optimize the appearance of a multiple screen environment Make sure you have assigned a unique projector number to each projector present this number will be required in order get the exclusive attention of an individual projector To assign a projector number DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 47 OPERATION Controlling One Projector Broadcasting to All Projectors Tiling An Image Across Multiple Displays 3 48 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Press and select the Configuration menu then the Communications submenu Scroll down to Projector and enter a three digit number 000 to 999 for identifying the current projector Press to accept the entry or to cancel Repeat for each projector using a u
200. tructions for using the Adjust Primary Colors CSC controls refer to 3 70 Using Multiple Projectors DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 39 OPERATION 3 40 DLV1280 DX User s Manual NOTE It is not necessary to adjust primary colors in stand alone projectors BRIGHTNESS UNIFORMITY Brightness Uniformity provides further refinement of screens already matched for their primary colors see Adjust Primary Colors above and overall light output creating an exceptionally smooth screen in which no area of the screen appears brighter and or more red green or blue than another Selecting this option activates the Brightness Uniformity menu where you can enable the Uniformity Enable checkbox and access a multitude of adjustments for critical color light output control in specific areas throughout the image Brightness Uniformity settings are applied as long as the Uniformity Enable checkbox is enabled and you are using the User 1 color temperature defined by the controls To disable the Brightness Uniformity function delete the Uniformity Enable checkmark Auto Power Up Enter a check mark to enable the projector to automatically power up after losing power due to a power failure or due to unplugging the projector during operation Note that unsaved display adjustments may be lost Diagnostics and Calibration From the Diagnostics and Diagnostics and Calibration Calibration submenu you can 7 Test Paternal Geowet
201. ts SHOWN WITH ADDED LENS Me Whether the projector is under warranty or the warranty has expired an extensive 1 3 Purchase Record and Servicing DLV1280 DX User s Manual factory and dealer service network is always available Factory service technicians are fully trained to quickly diagnose and correct projector malfunctions Complete service manuals and updates are available to service technicians for all projectors Should you encounter a problem with the projector and require assistance contact your dealer or the manufacturer In many cases any necessary servicing can be performed on site If you have purchased the projector fill out the information below and keep with your records In addition make sure to complete the Product Registration at the Christie website this will ensure that you receive all future product communications promptly Purchase Record Dealer Phone Number Projector Serial Number Purchase Date Installation Date if applicable NOTE The projector serial number is located on the projector s rear identification label Section 2 Installation amp Setup This section explains how to install and set up the projector If you are familiar with the projector and want to quickly set it up for temporary use follow the Quick Setup instructions below For a more complete setup follow the instructions and guides covered in the remaining subsections NOTES 1 The lens is not mounted w
202. ture can be altered at any time if desired Video Options Not applicable with graphics sources Video Options i A VIDEO STANDARD The projector us Video Standard a E 2 Input Video Black 0 IRE v automatically detects the video standard 3 VCR present and displays the name of this 4 Video Termination 7 standard here Press ENTER to view or 5 Enable Decoder AGC Iv select a different video standard from a 6 Decoder Luma Delay 8 MW complete list available to the projector some will appear disabled depending on the current incoming signal Selecting a specific standard forces the projector to process the signal according to this standard NOTE This option should remain set at 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 INPUT VIDEO BLACK This control compensates for incoming elevated black levels called setup that are present in certain video signals and ensures that blacks on screen are neither crushed i e with dark gray appearing black nor excessively elevated i e with black appearing dark gray By default the projector automatically determines the correct setting according to the type of incoming video signal e OIRE For DVD output with enhanced black SECAM most PAL standards and Japanese NTSC e 7 5 IRE For most NTSC vide
203. u can switch to an input in either one of two ways Pressing the appropriate direct key mu input input or input is a quick and seamless way to display from one of the four inputs connected at the rear of the projector Or if your projector has a switcher connected to it at the SWITCHER port press the general key and enter DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 15 OPERATION 3 16 Creating a New Channel AUTOMATIC DLV1280 DX User s Manual the 2 digit number representing the switcher and slot location for the desired signal note there is no on screen feedback for entering the numbers Regardless of which method you use to select a source input the image will be displayed according to the following f 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 and will automatically display an image according to default settings for such a signal Note that a graphic source will resize into a full screen image whereas video or HDTV sources will resize only as much as possible while maintaining their aspect ratio 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 below Using an key will automatically recall this cha
204. ugh Whether you use 4 pin mini DIN or the 2 adjacent BNCs as input or output depends on the type of cable you have on hand and what type of connectors are on each end VIDEO TERMINATION In the Video Options submenu make sure Video Termination is checked for only the final projector All other projectors must have this option unchecked in order for the signal to continue For other types of display devices in the chain typically a Hi Z switch position is needed Use either 4 pin mini DIN or BNCs O INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 O COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO ic Y Cy ZA Lo Loop I INPUT 1 RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN OE OOO amp Seer O sans POWER WD se fees eee L sync d From S Video Source or To next projector previous projector or display device or vice versa Figure 2 18 Connections for S Video Loop Through If you want to use an extra video source in addition to the video source s connected at INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 connect either a Composite or S Video source to INPUT 1 as shown in Figure 2 19 Do not connect both types here simultaneously NOTE For additional video inputs install an optional Composite S Video Input Module at INPUT 2 From J Composite O INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 Video COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO Source O O N GS O 4 S LL Loop 4 TL Loop Hole 004600 a INPUT 1 nENOTE CONNE
205. ur installation and this lens NOTE Other compatible lenses are listed on page 5 1 however their throw distance formulas are not included in this manual Table E 1 Throw Distance Formula Lens Throw Ratio Throw Distance Formula in 5 Diagonal Screen Size in 1 2 1 standard 1 24 x screen width in 9 84 60 360 NOTE Make sure to use HORIZONTAL screen size in this formula DLV1280 DX User s Manual E 1 THROW DISTANCE 1 2 1 Fixed Lens STANDARD 1 2 1 Lens Throw Screen Distance Width in in 69 4 54 76 8 106 4 113 9 121 3 128 8 136 2 143 6 151 1 158 5 166 0 173 4 180 8 188 3 195 6 203 0 210 5 217 9 225 4 232 8 240 2 247 7 255 1 262 6 270 0 277 4 284 8 292 2 299 6 307 1 314 5 322 0 329 4 336 8 344 3 351 7 282 359 2 288 366 6 NOTE 5 102 108 114 120 126 132 138 144 150 156 162 168 174 180 186 192 198 204 210 216 222 228 234 240 246 252 258 264 270 276 48 694 54 768 60 842 ee 7 72 990 78 1064 84 139 90 f 1213 9 128 8 102 136 2 108 1436 114 f 1511 120 158 5 126 166 0 132 1734 138 1808 144 1883 150 1956 156 203 0 162 2105 168 2179 174 2254 180 2328 186 240 2 2 247 7 198 255 1 204 262 6 210 2700 216 2774 222 2848 228 2922 234 2996
206. urce device and the projector may be too great If the distance between the input source device and the projector is greater than 25 feet signal amplification conditioning may be required The input signal may be of poor quality If the source is a VCR or off air broadcast detail may be set too high Keep near 4 for most sources DLV1280 DX User s Manual 4 15 Section 5 Specifications Me NOTES 1 Due to continuing research specifications are subject to change without notice 2 5 1 Specifications Specifications assume installation of the optional Video Decoder Module DLV1280 DX Display Panel Resolution and Refresh Rate Pixel format H x V on 3 DMD panels 1280 x 1024 SXGA Refresh rate 23 97 78 Hz Brightness Over 1500 ANSI lumens Contrast Ratio Over 750 1 full field Colors and Gray Scale Displayable colors 16 8 million Gray scale resolution 8 bits Color Temperature Default 6500K Range of Adjustment standard 3200K to 9300K Compatible Lenses by 70 ps 5798 by 50 pris AE by 70 pis 799 by 50 pris 64 7 Uby 70 pris 5790 by 50 ps 4 2 5 4 1 VistaGRAPHX by 70 pxls 67 by 50 pxis 64 iby 70 pris 677 by 50 ps 64 4 7 1 VistaGRAPHX 10 40 by 70 pxis 57 by 50 pxls 54 NOTES 1 VistaGRAPHX lenses as noted above require a threaded adapter flange for installation in this projector 2 With max vertical offset 582 pixels are above lens center With max h
207. used to fold the optical path See right The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set if considering this type of installation call your dealer for assistance DLV1280 DX User s Manual 2 11 INSTALLATION AND SETUP ME 2 12 es The rear panel of the projector provides standard input panels to which you may 2 4 Source Connections DLV1280 DX User s Manual connect a variety of sources See Figure 2 12 the lower left area INPUT 1 typically accepts an RGB signal from an external RGB source or it can also be used for YPbPr signals or additional video sources The upper right panel the optional Video Decoder Module accepts only composite video at INPUT 3 or S video at INPUT 4 from devices such as VCRs laser disk players or DVD players There are also several other optional interfaces available for connecting an additional source at INPUT 2 Such an option installs in the upper left area poo o o ob OQoooSc Sco eA Port 1 fs ie es RS 422 o Port 2 Optional Video Decoder COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO Input A oe 4 Input 3 Input 4 O D O ON OQ 7 Video Decoder LL Loop I LL Loop Module 804600 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 INPUT 1 REMOTE RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT C6066 oe cs dase esseel Seceecl sa L smc l Graphi
208. using a 4 3 screen images will by default slightly overlap the screen vertically To remedy reduce Vertical Stretch so that the too tall 5 4 image no longer spills over the top or bottom of the screen Figure 2 4 This control eliminates the need for simply moving the projector father from the screen which would result in black borders for all sources See 3 6 Adjusting the Image for details NOTE The Vertical Stretch adjustment may soften the image slightly but is rarely noticeable Default Reduced Vertical Stretch X Top of image Top of screen Bottom of screen a Bottom of image Figure 2 4 Using a 4 3 Screen for a Mix of 5 4 and 4 3 Images The high brightness output of this projector is certainly well suited for locations where ambient lighting is less than optimum for projection yet there are still many simple things you can do to further optimize your installation Visiting a movie theater can give you an idea of what makes an ideal projection environment Walls floors and furnishings are dark and matte finished A projection room should not have white reflective ceilings or non directional lighting such as fluorescent lights The white ceiling spreads light making the room appear brighter Keep lighting and reflections to a minimum If it is not possible to eliminate fluorescent lights consider using incandescent spot lighting or parabolic reflectors egg crates to direct light down
209. vertical stripes that indicate adjacent on and off pixels You can remove these patterns as follows en OPERATION System Communications 1 Use an external grayscale test pattern with both dark and light gray areas 2 Display the image in its native resolution select No Resizing by accessing Resize Preset in Size and Position menu 3 Display a single color choose from a Color Enable list or use the key shortcuts indicated on the back of the keypad 4 Examine an area of darkest gray but not black If there is a 1 pixel wide pattern present adjust Odd Pixel Adjustment offset for the current color Stop when the pattern disappears and the area is smooth 5 Examine an area of lightest gray not white If there is a 1 pixel wide pattern present adjust Odd Pixel Adjustment gain for the current color Stop when the pattern disappears and the area is smooth 6 Repeat for each color adjusting offset then gain for each NOTES 1 Adjust offset before gain since offset affects gain 2 A value of 128 represents no change in normal odd pixel offset or gain 3 Odd Pixel Adjustment eliminates I pixel on I pixel off patterns only not any type of larger patterns Reserved No function for these options Service The Service submenu offers the ability to enable or disable service passwords and to work with factory defined color temperatures and other functions This submenu is passwor
210. voltage and power range A Caution Once the projector is turned off the lamp cooling fans will continue to run for approximately five minutes to ensure that the projector and lamp have sufficiently cooled at which point the fans will automatically shut off To avoid thermal stress to the lamp never unplug the line cord while the lamp cooling fans are running Do not unplug the projector in order to power down The projector is set up at the factory for use in a front screen floor mount orientation If your initial installation is ceiling mount or rear screen displayed images may be upside down and or reversed To correct you must change the image orientation from within the Menu Preferences menu you may inond t prefer to do this before Select Rear and check 169A S that the display looks like this inod bohoval 169A bohiovnl A UAGLEq KEL 3 VAGLE ELONE 3 KeIL J Ehour physically installing the projector in its final position orientation Select Inverted Rear and check In the Menu Preferences that the display looks like this menu highlight and select the Image Orientation pull down list Select from Rear Inverted Rear Front or Inverted Front according to your intended installation See Section 3 Operation for further information Je y p H AU y _3uo14 papeau E Je y 7 yuol Select Inverted Front and check that the display looks like this gt
211. ween adjustments to ensure that the last projector can keep pace with the commands 5 If you press a key while the projector is busy with another action such as during a power up the key press may not take effect When you turn on the projector it begins operating at presentation level such as an image from the most recently used source signal The projector temporarily leaves presentation level whenever you use the keypad to work with control settings display menus or on line help For example pressing after startup displays the main menu presentation level is no longer active although the image still appears in the background Press again or to return or leave the menu system and return to presentation level Specific keypad commands are explained below Power ON OFF Press and hold for approximately 1 second to turn the projector on or off with a single key press Or press followed immediately by or if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status NOTES I Whenever the projector is turned off the lamp cooling fans remain on for about five minutes to cool the lamp 2 It is a good idea to avoid turning a projector back on until it has been off for a few minutes Hot re strikes of the lamp may reduce lamp life Input 1 Press to select the source connected to INPUT 1 on the projector data input This is the same as entering oJ Input 2 Press to select the source connected
212. whites remain bright but are not distorted or tinted and that light areas do not become white i e are crushed For best results keep close to 50 1 2 3 4 perceived difference between light 5 6 7 8 9 NOTE If environment lighting changes it may be necessary to re adjust both options Brightness SHORT CUT Press and adjust the slidebar Brightness increases or decreases the amount of black in the image 0 100 Start high and decrease so that dark areas do not become black i e are crushed Conversely high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images For best results keep close to 50 Pixel Phase SHORT CUT Press and adjust the slidebar See description in Size and Position section above Detail SHORT CUT Press ETAL and adjust the slidebar Detail adjusts the sharpness of a video image Use 4 and until the display is as sharp as desired keeping in mind that any increase in detail above 3 default will also introduce a certain degree of noise in the image Set below 3 to filter the signal and remove noise from a noisy source Keep at 3 to apply no detail DLV1280 DX User s Manual 3 27 OPERATION 3 28 DLV1280 DX User s Manual Color Space This option determines how the color components of an input signal are decoded for accurate color in the display Selecting a color space option is useful only for analog signals connected to
213. xternal Marquee Signal Switchers or a third party switcher in order to significantly increase the number of sources you can select If you are using a Marquee Signal Switcher connect the switcher s RGB output to INPUT 1 and connect an RS 232 serial communication cable between the switcher and the projector serial port labeled SWITCHER see Figure 2 20 The switcher communication link permanently set at 9600 baud enables you to access inputs connected to the switcher in the same manner as those connected directly to the projector For most other third party switchers connect and access sources according to the documentation provided with that switcher NOTE Make sure any Marquee Signal Switcher connected directly to the projector is set as Switcher 1 If it is not unplug the switcher and turn the thumbwheel to 1 before plugging back in and connecting to the projector and or network INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO SVIDEO oO Y c O z Z Z O P o0 Q00 10 Decoder LL Loop I La oor ds Module 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT IN N AN J Ke CLO O 6 9 O straws 0060 ET co ae ez I Sea aac L syne I O BNC acs connectors L cu p z J 9 pin D style connection NOTE 9600 baud rate RGB and sync output from switcher E From switcher female Figure 2 20 Connecting a Marquee Sign

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