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1. CHRISTIE MICROTILES USER MANUAL 020 100329 12 ASES S CHRISTIE MICROTILES USER MANUAL 020 100329 12 COPYRIGHT O 2009 2014 Christie Digital Systems USA Inc All rights reserved This document contains proprietary information of Christie Digital Systems Canada Inc and Christie Digital Systems USA Inc and may not be reproduced stored in a retrieval system transferred to other documents disclosed to other manufacturers or used for manufactur ing or for any other purpose in whole or in part without prior written permission of Christie Digital Systems Inc Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy however in some cases changes in the products or availability could occur which may not be reflected in this doc ument Christie Digital Systems USA Inc reserves the right to make changes to specifications at any time without notice The information furnished in this publication was believed to be accurate and reliable Christie Digital Systems USA Inc makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including but not limited to implied warranties of fitness for a particular purpose Christie Digital Systems USA Inc shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the performance or use of this material TRADEMARKS All brand names and product names are trademarks registered trademarks or trade names of their respective holders
2. MicroTiles System Date and Time Wed Nov 9 12 08 41 GMT 0500 2011 Date and Time NewDste 4 Hovember 2011 2 Ethernet wT Ee S Firmware Upgrade b EAAS Remote Control 5 10 11 12 Save amp Restore je 17 18 19 SNMP ES Configuring Ethernet This screen displays the network settings for each of the ECUs To manually enter an IP address disable the DHCP feature Configuration Date and Time l E Ethernet w IEA Firmware Upgrade E 192 i Remote Control Enabled Save amp Restore gt IP Address MAC Address Gateway b 122 166 228 150 raan aea n 755 255 252 0 192 168 328 1 SNMP SELECT ALL Upgrading Main Firmware Read the following points before upgrading the main firmware e Before updating the firmware check online at www christiedigital com to ensure the latest firmware version is installed Failure to install the latest version can affect system performance e Ensure the ECU and MicroTile s firmware versions match Christie MicroTiles User Manual 60 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation e During a firmware upgrade the web server becomes unresponsive for several minutes and video may be interrupted or temporarily disabled e During a firmware upgrade do not attempt to use the OSD the WebUl or open another web browser e Firmware upgrades take approximately 35 minutes to complete If you are using Windows Adobe Flash Player Plug In version 9 0 must be instal
3. Sharpness Increases or decreases the sharpness settings of the image Use the Left Right Arrow keys to reach the desired sharpness level 32 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Arrow Keys Use the Left Right arrow keys to change a slide bar value Enter Press to apply any changes made through the OSD to the array Menu Press to access the OSD Once you are working within the OSD you can press Menu at any time to return to the main menu Exit Press to return to the previous level or menu Economy Press for a shortcut to the Canvas Management gt Canvas Settings menu which is used to control the LED power settings For details see OSD Canvas Management Menu on page 37 Info Press once to display the tiles properties on each tile Press again to display the tiles firmware version on each tile Press again to exit to video Once pressed there is a maximum delay of 30 seconds to populate the information onto each tile in the array Preset Reserved for future use Number Keys Use the number keys for quick access to the OSD menus Function Reserved for future use Help Press to access the Help menu Pairing the Remote to the ECU via the OSD The remote must be paired with the master ECU in order for it to communicate with the MicroTiles array e Pairing does not function with slave ECUs e Only one remote can be paired with the master ECU
4. 34 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE Using the On Screen Display OSD OSD Functionality e Adjust display window offsets e Specify Video or OSD display mode e Disable and enable automatic array configuration e View input properties which includes DVI clock Input Pixel width Pixel height Frames per second e Display a test pattern e Select all tiles in an array e Calibrate all tiles in an array e Turn the tiles array ON and OFF e Reset the ECU e Set date and time Operation e View the status of the tiles and ECU e properties firmware versions IP address etc e Help menu OSD Guidelines e There are no simultaneous key combinations press keys one at a time If the OSD and WebUI are used simultaneously the OSD menus may not display correctly If a menu button is pressed but does not appear on the display after a few seconds press the Exit key several times and re enter your selection s e Pause briefly between key presses to allow the tiles to respond to the previous action e Press Exit once to cancel a selection or go back one level in the menu e Ifthe back light turns OFF push any key to turn it ON again Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 35 Operation CHAISTIE Navigating the OSD Menus To access the OSD press Menu from the R100 Remote Control Basic controls of the tiles are accessed from wi
5. 7 52 in 1 6 kg 3 5 Ibs 510 mm 20 in 720 x 540 0 567 mm x 0 567 mm 600 Nits cd m2 65 000 hours 6500K Yes 115 DLP 0 55 SVGA 81 Specifications Processing and control Power Operation Accessories Regulatory approvals Limited Warranty 82 Specification Input signal compatibility Processor bit rate Data link bit rate Maximum video bandwidth Color depth Color processing Refresh rate Control interface Christie MicroTiles Display Unit D100 input rated CHRISTIE Value Single link DVI 165M pixels per second 5 Gbps 165M pixels per second 24 bits per pixel 13 bits 47 63Hz frame locked Ethernet USB 2 0 Serial 100 220V 50 60Hz Maximum nine Christie MicroTiles on a single circuit 10A total Power consumption per tile Heat load per tile ECU power consumption Operating temperature with S300 S310 screen Relative humidity with S300 S310 screen Minimum clearance for ventilation Altitude Vibration motion limit Sound pressure per tile Runtime 70W typical 239 BTUs hr typical 8 5W typical 11 5W maximum S300 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F S310 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F 35 85 non condensing 50mm 2 in Oft Om to 10 000ft 4000m 0 5G 35 dB at 25 C 77 F ambient typical 24 7 Mounting brackets with each tile above five rows high optional Base feet for leveling the bottom row optional Directives EC 2002 95 EC RoHS 2002 96 EC WEEE
6. Regulation EC No 1907 2006 REACH CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 1 03 2nd Edition UL 60950 1 2nd Edition IEC 60950 1 2001 2nd Edition FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A EN55022 CISPR22 Class A EN55024 CISPR24 Two years parts and labor Contact an authorized Christie representative for full details Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE Screen Specifications Specification Weight Maximum calibrated brightness Operating temperature Non operating temperature Operating relative humidity Shipping boxed temperature S310 1 2 kg 600 Nits 5 C 41 F minimum 35 C 95 F maximum 2 C 36 F minimum 50 C 122 F maximum 35 80 non condensing 20 C 4 F minimum 50 C 122 F maximum S300 1 2 kg 600 Nits 5 C 41 F minimum 40 C 104 F maximum 2 C 36 F minimum 50 C 122 F maximum 35 80 non condensing 20 C 4 F minimum 50 C 122 F maximum Advanced Specifications In General Specifications on page 81 specifications are based on a typical canvas of tiles operating at maximum brightness with color and brightness matching enabled This is regarded as the default or typical operating condition for a MicroTiles canvas The following table provides additional specifications under a broader range of operating conditions Maximum power 110W is the maximum power of a tile with all LEDS manually driven to
7. Christie MicroTiles User Manual 33 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE The following instructions outline how to pair the remote through the OSD For information on how to pair the remote using the WebUl see Remote Pairing via the WebUI on page 65 Before attempting to use the OSD via the remote control you should wait approximately 30 seconds after a video signal appears on the array to ensure enough time has passed for the firmware to start correctly Otherwise the OSD menu will appear on the wrong tile s Remote Pairing via the OSD 1 Press and hold the Power button on the ECU for approximately five seconds until the screen shown below appears If the remote is not paired within 30 seconds the application times out the message A remote control could not be detected appears on the display for three seconds and the OSD will return to video Pair Remote Control To pair a remote control press the Pair button once then after the backlight turns off press the Enter button The current remote control has just been unpaired 2 Press the Pair button on the R100 Remote Control and then the Enter button Once pairing is successful the screen shown below appears on the OSD If the Pair button is accidentally pressed on the remote when the array has been paired press it again to toggle pairing mode OFF Pair Remote Control The remote control is now paired Press the Exit button to exit this screen
8. Russian Federation ph 36 0 1 47 48 100 France ph 33 0 1 41 21 44 04 Germany ph 49 2161 664540 India ph 91 080 6708 9999 Japan Tokyo ph 81 3 3599 7481 Korea Seoul ph 82 2 702 1601 Republic of South Africa ph 27 0 11 510 0094 Singapore ph 65 6877 8737 Spain ph 34 91 633 9990 United Arab Emirates ph 971 4 3206688 United Kingdom ph 44 0 118 977 8000 E For the most current technical documentation please visit www christiedigital com CHXIS J TE i
9. To remove the screen carefully pull on the screen removal tool Cable Routing e It is advised to connect the cables row by row when an array is set up near a wall When NOTICE setting up an array where the back is exposed first set up the entire array and then connect the cables e Ensure there is sufficient slack in the cable to allow servicing of the tile from the front e Do not tie wrap or secure the cabling if the array is set up near a wall 1 Plug the display port cables into either of the two ports on the back of the tiles Either port is acceptable on both the ECU and the tile unless connecting multiple ECUs When using multiple ECUs HSSL 1 is the local source input and HSSL 2 is the local source output For details see Cabling and ECU Layout and Design on page 11 2 Daisy chain the cable from one tile to the pm next and plug the last one back into the ECU Press tab down In order to connect disconnect the display It is not necessary to make a complete loop port cable Connect the cable to either port on the back of the tile however communication to the entire array will not be lost if one tile fails Cooling The volume of air directly behind each tile must not exceed the maximum operating A CAUTION temperature of the tile which is 40 C 104 F A minimum 2 50mm gap must be left at the back of each tile to ensure proper air flow and cooling Each tile has a maximum cooling load of 110W 375 BTUs hr
10. array is automatically configured and mapped once the tile is dropped into the main grid All blue colored tiles indicate they have been manually mapped and non mapped tiles are gray All manually mapped tiles are displayed in the Manually Mapped Tiles table SOURCE MANAGEMENT CANVAS MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION STATUS HELP gt CANVAS MANAGEMENT gt Layout gt Physical Mapping Army index g Drag and drop tiles here to manually map X Coord Y Coord y DELETE o 1 Displays physical layout mm i 1 or map of all tiles CENTER THLE DELETE ALL Stiles found Manually mapped tiles displayed here 5 Click Center Tile to center the main grid on the currently selected manually mapped tile This is a useful tool when working with a large array For example if you wanted to manually map a tile to location x 20 and y 20 select a manual mapping from the table and click Center Tile to make the main grid reposition the tile to the center of the main grid 48 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation 6 Click the Info button to bring up the properties of each tile This is similar to the Info button function on the R100 Remote Control For details refer to R100 Remote Control on page 31 Use the Tile Properties screen to see the number of each tile For details see System Information Tiles on page 71 Subarray Configuration Subarray Configuration enables users to display two images o
11. between ON and STANDBY The bi colored LED flashes green when the system is in the ON state and red when the system is in STANDBY If an error occurs the LED flashes red If the power button LED is red and the power connector cord is unplugged the ECU will remain in a standby state even when the line cord is reconnected The Power button can also be used to display the WebUI IP address on the master ECU in multiple ECU configurations or to pair a remote control Simply press and hold the Power button for five seconds For details see R100 Remote Control on page 31 Displaying Content 1 Connect the DVI D output from the video source i e media player to the DVI D input on the ECU 2 Once the DVI D is connected and the ECU is powered up the video is enabled by default Use the R100 Remote Control to control the video content through the On Screen Display OSD For details see Remote Control on page 65 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 23 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE From From Microtile Video Source Power Distribution For each MicroTiles array Christie provides the necessary line cords required for proper power distribution in your country of origin For regions that accept Y power cords a Y Cord Kit can be ordered For details see Order Guide on page 5 For regions that do not accept Y power cords an alternate solution is required For details see the Specification and Application Gui
12. cloth with a low lint count Use a dry clean soft cloth to remove any streaks Christie MicroTiles User Manual 75 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Maintenance CHAISTIE The projection lens should never be handled DO NOT attempt to clean with A CAUTION commercial cleaners such as Windex or equivalent cleaners The projection lens should never need to be cleaned however if it is absolutely necessary use compressed air to remove any loose particles Light Engine Heat Sinks If airflow to the heat sinks is restricted they will begin to overheat Firmware is designed to NOTICE reduce the brightness of the tiles when this occurs to ensure the temperature remains level If they continue to overheat the firmware eventually turns the LEDs OFF to prevent damage In dusty environments check the heat sinks regularly to ensure airflow is not restricted If needed blow off dust using filtered compressed air The light engine must be removed to access the heat sinks For more information see the Christie MicroTiles Service Manual P N 020 100332 xx Air Filter In dusty environments check the filters monthly otherwise check them every three to four months If needed blow off dust using filtered compressed air For information on how to remove the air filter see the Christie MicroTiles Service Manual P N 020 100332 xx 76 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHXISTIE Troubleshooting If
13. dee bee EE AE eS A 35 Navigating the OSD Menus 1 a 36 OSD Source Management Menu a a 36 OSD Canvas Management Menu aaa a e 37 OSD Configuration Menu 1 aaa e 38 OSD Stats MEM esoo so aos at weea che sees eae ee be ees 39 OSD Help MCU 144s 206 der bo BEER ARE ESSE KSEE SR EAE AE Ee 40 Using the Web User Interface WebUI o 0 0 41 Recommended System Requirements a e ee 41 WebUl Menu Tree a a 42 Navigating the WebUI a a a 42 WebUl Source Management Menu 2 a 43 Adjust Image SettingS 0 0 a 43 Change Size and Position of Video Content o 44 Customize Extended Display Identification Data EDID 45 WebUl Canvas Management Menu 1 a a 46 Select a Display Mode es 47 LAVQUE 22k esos eee eee eee oe eae bee eee aa 47 Calas SCING oe nGen eawee eee e ee Ee Oe a a eee ae ee eS 52 Advanced Canvas SettingS a 55 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE Display a Test Pattern a a a aa aa a a a a 57 WIE MAD sa ones a a E A ee oe ee Ree ee eS 58 AS EO e besosss tee ee teak hee prosas 58 Configuration Menu a a 59 Power ON OFF All THUGS g 22 42445 448438455 504454545 Be Oh e A a 59 Resetting Selected Tile s and ECU S 0 0 0 es 59 Set Date and Time 1 a 59
14. ee Be 20 Remove SCICCNS sele ere ea e A Ho ete ERS ROE EE ERED E EAS OH 21 Cable ROULING 425264608 ewe RO eee Ce ee OR aa ED ew ee wo 21 COON suso reos ARA eer ome See ee ane oS ed eee ees 21 Connecting SOUNCES s e criarem dki en ees d ose eh he eee eee A os 22 Displaying Content a 23 Christie MicroTiles User Manual i 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHXISTIE Power DISPHIDUCION er siti ceca deana a a a aaa e aA 24 Connect to POWE s s ex as my eoa aa Cee SARA e oe a A 24 Install Power Connection Security Clip aoaaa aaa e 25 Install Y power Cord Retention Clip um 26 POWer ON ros eros ss oros o isa eee a eS oe eS 26 ROWErDOW risa rada eo AAA 26 Disassembling a MicroTiles Array e 26 ODO incoloro beet eo wee eG beets decian osa 29 Powering Up the MicroTiles Array a 29 If a Display Unit Fails to Power Up e 29 Powering Down the MicroTiles Array 1 0 e ee 30 Status LMCICHIOlS cesar a caso de AAA 30 R100 Remote Control stent aneha ea 31 GUIGE TO Keypads e es be tadeuk eve So wee ew Pot eee Se BRS oS we ES eS 31 Keypad C MMaNdS ess ceras whee we ee SAS AAA Sew eS 32 Pairing the Remote to the ECU via the OSD a ee es 33 Using the On Screen Display OSD e aaa 35 OSD FUNCIONO escorpio eee ew oe ewe Se oe Se eae oe ee oe eee 35 OSD GUIGCIINGS sarro beeen Owe
15. fan is defective or has degraded over time please contact technical support at 1 800 221 8025 Caused by either insufficient cooling or a fan failure Collect logs of the failed tiles and contact technical support at 1 800 221 8025 For more information on the LEDs see Status Indicators on page 30 If any of the three LEDs reaches its maximum temperature tolerance the LED drive levels will dim the tiles gradually until the minimum LED drive level is reached If the temperature remains hot upon reaching the minimum drive level the light engine shuts down The tiles remain ON and continue to communicate with the ECU Possible causes e HSSL removed e Defective tile e Power loss or power regained Solution Check to ensure the ECU display port cable is properly connected to the HSSL 1 and HSSL 2 ports on the back of the tile If the tile is defective contact technical support at 1 800 221 8025 Solution The IP address range 192 168 1 xxx is reserved and used internally by the ECU Assign another IP address outside of this range for example 192 168 3 xxx e Ensure the network configuration on your computer is set up correctly If it is and you still cannot connect try a different computer e Reset the ECU If the problem still persists the ECU is defective and needs to be repaired Contact technical support at 1 800 221 8025 If the alert Web GUI timed out waiting for response Please try again appears it indi
16. frame rate of the display The minimum value is one and the maximum value is 75 The default is 59 94 The minimum increment is 001 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 45 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHRISTIE WebUI Canvas Management Menu Through the Canvas Management menu the tiles can be automatically or manually mapped the Subarray can be configured array settings can be adjusted and a test pattern can be displayed Users can also switch the display between Video OSD and OSD Unscaled with Overscan modes For most applications Video is used 46 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Select a Display Mode On the Canvas Management menu click Display Mode Select from Video All Tiles OSD All Tiles and OSD Unscaled with Overscan All Tiles to display the content on the tiles Canvas Management Display Mode b a gt Video All Tiles Layout gt gt OSD All Tiles Canvas Settings p _ gt OSD Unscaled with Overscan All Tiles Diagnostics and Calibration gt ee Display Mode Options e Video All Tiles Select to display video from the ECU input source HSSL 1 or HSSL 2 One or both ports must be enabled For details see Connecting Sources on page 22 e OSD All Tiles Select to display a 800 x 600 image scaled to approximately 720 x 540 which is the viewable area of the screen e OSD Unscaled with Overscan All T
17. gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top gt Not connected 192 168 228 150 ECU 0000 HSSL1 gt Not connected Test Pattern Wire Map HSSL Info Indicates system master ECU HSSL Info This screen displays the link quality for ECU HSSL1 and HSSL2 HSSL information can be used as a diagnostic tool for advanced users The Serial number field now displays the light engine serial number instead of the MicroTile display unit serial number SOURCE MANAGEMENT CANVAS MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION STATUS HELP Canvas Management gt CANVAS MANAGEMENT gt Diagnostics and Calibration gt HSSL info gt Display Mode b HSSL Into can be used as a diagnostic tool for advanced users REFRESH The Reset button will reset all HSSL Info values to zero AJA Layout gt RESET Canvas Settings ECU IP Address H55L 4 ASSL 2 System Master WebGul ECU Diagnostics and Calibration p 0 192 168 278 150 0 32 true true Test Pattern Wire Map HSSL Info Tiet Array X Y HSSL Top HESL Bottom Serial 0 Li i 4 ln oO JSHOSROMT 856 q Li Q 4 o JSHOSS0MT 2893 2 11 7 1 ln JIEHOISOAT 2904 3 Oo 2 Oo l
18. per tile when operating with brightness and color matching disabled each LED operating at maximum drive level For details on airflow requirements see the Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx Christie MicroTiles User Manual 21 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE 99 of the heat generated is exhausted out the back and should be accounted for at the NOTICE rear of the array The surrounding air supply MUST be clean and free of excessive dirt dust and particles in order to ensure proper functionality of the tiles Failure to ensure a clean air Supply may void the warranty Tiles are cooled only from the back If the array is installed in an enclosed area additional cooling may be required in order to comply with safety regulations and local codes The inlet air cannot exceed the maximum operating temperature of the tile For details see General Specifications on page 81 Air OUT If proper air flow is not provided the tiles continue to operate for a limited time If the tiles exceed the preset temperature they will dim If it operates at or above that temperature for too long the tile will power down For details see System Information Tiles on page 71 Air IN Connecting Sources e The WebUI is only functional on the master ECU It does not communicate with slave NOTICE ECUs e Up to 7m 20 ft of long distance communication between the
19. physically connected to each other A canvas may include multiple arrays Video sources are mapped to arrays of tiles Each array represents a new source mapping Sub array A group of tiles within an array that are configured to display either the local or global video source A single array may contain multiple subarrays Media Source Provides the source for the input signal Global Source The media source connected to the master ECU also functions as a global source The global source can be displayed on any group of tiles connected to the local source input HSSL 1 side of the master ECU In a closed loop canvas all tiles can display the global source Local Source The media source connected to an ECU as a local source feeding the local set of tiles connected to its local source output HSSL 2 Open Closed Loop An open loop canvas terminates with the last tile in the canvas which is not connected back to the first ECU In a closed loop canvas the last tile in the canvas is connected back to the first ECU There are no unused Display Port connections in a closed loop canvas 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Safety Warnings and Guidelines When the screen is removed directly viewing the beam with an optical instrument for example an eye loop magnifier or microscope from a distance of less than 100mm may pose an eye hazard MicroTiles is a class 1M source of visible and invisible LED radiation with a maximum p
20. removal tool cleaning cloth screen tape for sealing the corners of the array Christie MicroTiles Quick Setup Guide and User Manual with CD containing additional technical documentation One kit Supports up to nine MicroTiles This kit includes nine Y cords with retention clips This kit does not include regional line cords for connecting a group of tiles to a power outlet Some regions do not accept Y cords see Regional Acceptance for Y cords on page 6 Regional line cords will be shipped separately See Line Cords for D100 and E100 on page 7 Local or national regulations may not allow the use of Y cords and may require an alternative method of power distribution such as standard individual line cords for each tile or power bars This may include Japan China Korea and others For details about power bars see Power Distribution on page 24 and the Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx For a list of individual line cords available from Christie see Line Cords for D100 and E100 on page 7 The Y cord Kit P N 123 122106 xx can be used in the USA Canada Mexico the European Union and Russia It does not include line cords Suitable regional line cords will be shipped separately by Christie For a list of line cords available from Christie see Line Cords for D100 and E100 on page 7 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE Line Cords for D100 and E1
21. the ECU The LED status light on the button turns green when the system is ready It is recommended that a power bar with an in line power switch be used to simplify NOTICE switching the array ON and OFF If any of the tiles fail to power up check each connection Power Down 1 Push the Power button OFF at the ECU 2 Move the power bar switch to the OFF position or disconnect the power plug from the outlet Disassembling a MicroTiles Array 1 Power down the array and disconnect all power cables and display port cables 2 Remove the screens For details see Remove Screens on page 21 3 Replace the lens guard and dust cap 4 Loosen the three vertical screws from each tile in the top row using the assembly tool 5 Unlock all the latches from the top row 26 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Installation and Setup 6 Remove each of the tiles from the top row 7 Repeat steps 2 6 for all remaining rows 8 If the horizontal adjustment screws were used in building the array make sure they are removed 9 If necessary remove the bottom row of tiles from the leveling feet Christie MicroTiles User Manual 27 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE Operation Powering Up the MicroTiles Array Make sure that you are using a power cable power plug and socket that meet the A WARNING appropriate rating standards Connect the power cable to the AC receptacle at the lower left corner
22. the firmware or the tiles themselves do not appear to be operating properly note the symptoms and use the following section for assistance If the problem cannot be resolved contact your dealer service representative Image problems Problem Solution Video signal is lost Check the DVI connections for the following e The DVI connection has been removed or is loose e The ECU is defective e The DIV source is powered off no DVI sync If the lost signal is due to a failed ECU call technical support at 1 800 221 8025 Tiles are flickering Ensure the latest firmware is installed For details see Upgrading Main Firmware on page 60 Video is not displaying Possible causes e The array is operating in OSD mode e The firmware version installed on the ECU and the tiles may not be the same e The pixel limitations have been exceed e There is a problem with the source Solutions e Ensure all tiles are selected e Ensure the array is operating in Video mode To turn on Video mode access the WebUI and select Canvas Management gt Display Mode gt Video All Tiles e Ensure the firmware on both the ECU and tiles match For details see xxxx e Change the resolution For details see e Check to see if the ECU is registering a DVI source 1 From the WebuUl select Source Management gt Size and Position 2 Under the System Master Input Source Properties section the DVI Clock Detected input should state True If the input is reading
23. the maximum levels for example no color matching Operating Condition Typical At maximum brightness with color and brightness matched Maximum At maximum Item Power Consumption per Tile Heat Load per Tile Sound Pressure per Tile Power Consumption per Tile brightness with every LED at maximum drive level sacrificing color and brightness matching between tiles Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Heat Load per Tile Sound Pressure per Tile S100 Discontinued 1 2 kg 800 Nits 5 C 41 F minimum 40 C 104 F maximum 2 C 36 F minimum 50 C 122 F maximum 35 80 non condensing 20 C 4 F minimum 50 C 122 F maximum Specifications S200 Discontinued 1 2 kg 400 Nits 17 C 63 F minimum 31 C 89 F maximum 2 C 36 F minimum 31 C 89 F maximum 40 60 non condensing 20 C 4 F minimum 31 C 89 F maximum Specification 70W 239 BTUS hr 35 dB at 25 C 77 F ambient 110W 375 BTUs hr 45 dB at 25 C 77 F ambient 83 Specifications CHAISTIE A MicroTiles canvas is designed to achieve color and brightness matching between tiles by adjusting the drive levels of each LED in the canvas Through this continuous process the maximum brightness and color space of a complete canvas is lower than that of an individual tile Operating a MicroTiles canvas without color and brightness matching
24. users to define the IP address of the SMTP Email server and specify up to three Email addresses to deliver notifications if specific events occur For information on the events that can be selected to trigger Email notifications see Notification Configuration on page 69 Configuration gt CONFIGURATION gt SNMP gt Communication Setup gt Email Power gt Date and Time Ethernet Firmware Upgrade P Remote Control Save amp Restore TEST E MAIL SNMP gt System Information Communication Setup P Notification Configuration Communities amp Trap IPs Emails Notification Configuration The Notification Configuration screen contains the seven events which users can select from in order to receive Email notifications trap notifications or both trap and Email notifications For information on how to troubleshoot your system should any of these events occur see Troubleshooting on page 77 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 69 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE Status Menu The Status menu allows users to view the system information for the web application ECU and the tiles It also provides a breakdown of the current system alerts For information on the most common alerts and how to troubleshoot see Troubleshooting on page 77 System Information ECU This screen provides firmware version information for the ECU The ECU spreadsheet lists information on all
25. visually check the horizontal and vertical alignment between each tile If needed use the vertical and horizontal screws to make adjustments Temporarily remove the screen from the last tile in order to allow another tile to be added to the row 9 Repeat steps 6 9 for all remaining tiles that are to be used in the first row Christie MicroTiles User Manual 15 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE 10 Assembly only a right leveling foot to the last tile in the row and secure it to the previous tile vet a 0 11 Optional Hand thread a horizontal adjustment screw into the mounting points between the first two tiles To allow for adjustments do not completely tighten until the entire row is complete O It is recommended that horizontal adjustment screws be installed on additional rows when assembling an array higher than three rows to ensure fine optimization of seams For arrays that are three rows or less it is not necessary to install the horizontal adjustment screws 12 Repeat step 12 for every tile added to the first row 1st Tile 2nd Tile 3rd Tile Al Mounting yy ae Mounting 2 Points HN ll Points 7 aa Sy Le 4 q 1 Mounting E ALA Points Se a N Mount End and Middle P Mount Middle Leveling Mount End Leveling I Leveling Feet to 1st Tile Foot to 2nd Tile Foot to 3rd Tile i eee ery a PARA A A A a gy AS Fi i pa ADA he F
26. 00 Product Overview Regional line cords are shipped separately by Christie for the display unit D100 and the ECU E100 for the regions listed in the table This list is subject to change and is for reference only Country North America European Union United Kingdom Japan China Korea Australia Ci3 Line Cords for D100 108 383105 xx 108 390103 xx 108 388100 xx 108 371102 xx 108 373104 xx 108 390103 xx 108 392105 xx C5 Line Cords for E100 108 384106 xx 108 391104 xx 108 389101 xx 108 376107 xx 108 375106 xx 108 391104 xx 108 393106 xx Inlet Receptacle for D100 Receptacle for E100 SBEBBBSBSES PPPS PPP For all other regions consult with local authorities Locally approved line cords must be supplied for the tile and ECU Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Optional Accessories The items listed in this table are optional but in many cases may be required or recommended To order additional kits and hardware go to www microtiles com Item Part Number Part Description Details End Foot Kit 123 105107 xx MicroTiles Foot Ends includes left right Leveling feet are recommended to end feet and one grille help level the bottom row when building on a supporting structure Order one end foot kit per array Center Feet 123 106108 xx MicroTiles Foot Center three pack Order one center foo
27. 1 9 outlined in Assemble Second Row on page 17 for each additional row added to the array 2 For details on using the rear mounting points see the Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Installation and Setup Unpack Screens e Do not touch inside of the screen NOTICE l e Always handle the screen from the sides e Remove all jewelry and watches from your hands and wrists before handling e Never use gloves that are dirty or have a rough texture as they can leave marks on the screen e Never handle the screen without gloves once it has been removed from the plastic bag e Avoid placing the screen on a hard surface e Never set the screen on its corner or edge as they are fragile and can be easily damaged 1 Open the box and without removing it examine the screen to ensure it has not been damaged during shipping Place one hand under the screen s frame between the front two foam corners Carefully lift the frame and screen until the front two foam corners are clear of the box Remove the front two foam corners Carefully lower the frame and screen back into the box E SS E E With two hands grasp the sides of the frame and lift the frame and screen together out of the box 7 If the work surface is hard for example a table top have another person close the lid of the box and place the screen on the lid Otherwise p
28. 13 Once the first row is assembled place a straight edge onto the interface pads along the top of each tile to ensure the row is flat If needed adjust the vertical screws if mounted to leveling feet and the horizontal adjustment screws 16 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Installation and Setup 14 15 16 17 18 19 Poor alignment of the first row limits the size of the array that can be built Interface Pads Lock the latch from one MicroTile onto the adjacent MircoTile Repeat for every tile in the row If the array is mounted to leveling feet use the assembly tool to completely tighten all vertical screws Use a 5mm hex key to completely tighten all horizontal adjustment screws For instructions on how to add additional rows see Assemble Second Row on page 17 If the array is mounted to the leveling feet insert shims into either the front or the back or both of each leveling foot to tilt the array or provide additional security If necessary fasten the leveling feet to the base structure Optional Fasten the grilles to the leveling feet See Required Tools and Hardware on page 12 Assemble Second Row If the array is mounted to the leveling feet they must be fastened to an adequately A DANGER ballasted base structure anytime the array is two rows or higher to prevent tipping and e WNP provide stability The leveling feet come equipped with machined poin
29. CU and tiles need to be reset after a firmware upgrade O Slave ECUs cannot be reset powered ON or OFF from the firmware or the remote 38 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Use the Left Right arrow keys on the remote to adjust the date time fields via this menu For a detailed description of the same controls accessible from the WebUI see Configuration Menu on page 59 1 Source Management 2 Canvas Management Configuration gt Date and Time IP Address 192 168 226 94 Year 2009 Month July Configuration 1 Date and Time 2 Ethermet Ethernet 3 Power MAC Address 02 00 00 22 F2 05 4 Restore Factory Defaults IP Address 192 168 228 94 Subnet Mask 255 255 252 0 Default Gateway 192 168 228 1 DHCP enabled hould also be disabled Factory Default Settings OK Default Gateway 192 168 228 1 Power Cancel Power Canvas O Reset Tiles Reset ECU hould also be disabled After OK is selected the OSD disappears automatically Enable and the tiles return to the video source default setting Disable Changes require a few seconds to take effect If the ECU was disconnected the message Waiting for system master Going to standby in five minutes appears on the OSD To avoid going into STANDBY mode re connect the ECU OSD Status Menu This menu allows users to view the properties and firmware versions of the ECU and tiles In all applications the OSD appear
30. Contiquring EUNGMNGl ssas srera srani ee cee ee HEPES eG HOES eRe aw wes 60 Upgrading Main Firmware a 60 Upgrade Firmware a 62 Correcting a Failed Firmware Upgrade a 4 64 Hardware Upgrades 1 a 64 Remote Control 0 0 a a 65 Restore Factory Defaults a 66 Save amp Restore SettingS a a 67 Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP o o 68 Status MeCN escroto rara A 70 System Information ECU sierras rs A a a a AA 70 System Information Tiles a 71 Mei MENU 224554608 b roo acarrea aras eee aes 73 MAIER ANCe soc beteeecc cee eee ee eRe eae nes eee tees Hh eee ae oe 75 Cleaning Procedures 75 Cleaning Inside Screen Surface a e a 75 Cleaning Outside Screen Surface a a a 75 LOS gt orar error esas e 76 Light Engine Heat SINKS 76 AMBITO 2246 6 6 ee ee Ro AAA eee 76 TOUDIeSODUNA ciar rara aaa aca a a A A 17 Image problems tma d diment a kyra eaa a e e d 77 Hardware CrrOrS segres rerom Rs BN A a dara ee 78 WeDUI EMOS lt p dba bea as ae A AA OS 79 SPECIMICOANONS gt lt os orar RAI 81 General Specifications e 81 Screen SPECINCGUONS s ses wrss creo a A 83 Advanced Specifications a e 83 OS MONU TES ivive ada aria add 85 Christie MicroTiles User Manual iti 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Sour
31. ECU and the tiles is Supported at this time A MicroTiles array requires an ECU in order to allow the user to display an image using a source connected via a DVI D cable It acts as the controller and ensures the supplied video signal is properly displayed across the entire array Once the ECU is connected and powered up the video content is enabled by default as long as the video source is connected to the DVI D connection It also monitors the health of the array In a complex setup multiple ECUs can be utilized For details on controlling an array with multiple ECUs see Power Distribution on page 24 When multiple ECUs are connected into a single array an arbitration scheme is used to ensure only one ECU acts as the main system controller master ECU and the video source connected to this ECU is always capable of playback on all tiles Each slave ECU will playback its video source to the connected tiles it cannot playback the local video from another ECU to its connected tiles O CHKISTIE SS 0 Wer 22 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Installation and Setup e Power Connector Each ECU comes with a universal power supply 110V 240V 50Hz 60Hz power splitter cable which forms a T junction One end of the T plugs into the back of the ECU and the other two ends form a daisy chain with either another ECU or with a tile e HSSL 1 and HSSL 2 These bi directional ports are capable
32. FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense FCC IC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment End users must follow the spe cific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance This transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada o ANE VES AF OF AAA PSSS G7 7 0 9 4 Boyz EE AA E Oo AS AANA HHO 71 4 919 2194 4423 E AS BA Sey Ze 7414987171 18 AMSA Sol US Contains FCC ID XU6 CRMX100 Contains IC 8691A CRMX100 CE NOTICES Manufacturing facility is ISO 9001 and 14001 certified Performance specifications are typical but may
33. RMAR 1 TEPAMACION sis aeaa a AAA E 1 Safety Warnings and Guidelines a 2 HOW MICroTlles WORK ss s siansa 46 FESS SEE Saw sR EES OEE Ow eb eS oa OES SOs 2 System Overview a a 2 Mechanical HOUSING s s aaor e a 244 ara e E A aa aa A 2 Rear Projection Screen a e 4 External Control Unit ECU saaana me 4 User Interface Overview aaau a a e 5 Purchase Record and Service Contacts ea 5 Order Guide asea eima ranas a a AAA 5 Standard COMPONENES ecc nana EE e RE e ee 6 Regional Acceptance for Y cordS a 6 Line Cords for D100 and E100 e 7 Optional ACCESSOTI S ens dace s dade tanadte dace Ve A a ada ea amp o Be 8 Discontinued PariS evisos dar hb a e SS EA Saw Aaa ow Oe EES 8 Installation and Setup ss cisco 11 Safety GUIGCHINCS seno rones e a a a ESS 11 Before Beginning an Installation e 11 Installation Guidelines 11 Cabling and ECU Layout and Design o e e 11 Required Tools and Hardware a a 12 MicroTiles Installation 13 Light Seal Trim Application 13 Mount to Leveling Feet Optional e e 4 13 Assemble First ROW 14 Assemble Second Row aa a 17 Assemble Additional ROWS aaa 18 UNPAack Screens cies See bee a A A ES oe ws 19 Install Screens aac awe tek aeeden sees hates anne oe d s oe See T
34. a problem be encountered with any part of the MicroTiles contact your dealer In most cases servicing is performed on site If you have purchased MicroTiles keep a copy of the packing slip shipped with your purchase for your records The packing slip contains the serial numbers for each tile The serial number can also be found on the license label located on the back of the tiles as well as on the front chassis Order Guide For a detailed overview of the kits and accessories visit www microtiles com Christie MicroTiles User Manual 5 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Product Overview Standard Components The items listed in this table will be ordered with every system Item Display Unit Screen External Control Unit User Kit Y cord Kit Part Number 123 001102 xx 123 124108 xx or 123 128102 xx 123 101103 xx 123 103105 xx 123 122106 xx Part Description MicroTiles Display Unit D100 MicroTiles Screen S300 MicroTiles Screen S310 MicroTiles ECU E100 MicroTiles User Kit MicroTiles Y cord Kit Regional Acceptance for Y cords CHRISTIE Details Each display unit includes a one meter display port cable three vertical screws one power connection security clip comes installed light seal trim and two horizontal adjustment screws for fine optimization of screen gaps Ordered separately from display unit Includes a three meter display port cable Includes R100 Remote Control screen
35. above the spreadsheet Click Read All to import each of the features simultaneously 3 The Tile Spreadsheet displays the specific operating information for each tile used in the array Tile Spreadsheet Features Tile Number of the tile in the array Array Array number where multiple arrays are controlled from one ECU XY XY coordinates of the tile in the array Arrays are counted in the XY axis starting from the top left corner of the array Temperatures Current temperature settings for the LEDs the FEB and formatter If any of the three LEDs reaches its maximum temperature tolerance the LED drive levels will dim the tiles gradually until the minimum LED drive level is reached If the temperature remains hot upon reaching the minimum drive level the light engine shuts down The tiles remain ON and continue to communicate with the ECU Red Green Blue DAC Indicate the drive levels of the LEDs Christie MicroTiles User Manual 71 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation 72 CHRISTIE Fan O Fan 1 Current speed for both fans The lower the speed and quieter the fans are running Err Displays the number of errors associated with the particular tile Serial nternal light engine serial number for the tile Tile RunTime Displays the number of runtime hours for the particular tile LED RunTime Displays the number of LED runtime hours Application Version Displays the current v
36. arate subarrays In order for this to succeed wiring ECU will Attempt to automatically configure subarrays must be correct For details see Cabling and ECU All tiles between ECUS will be put into separate subarrays Wiring must be correct for automatic assignment to succeed Layout and Design on page 11 This will erase ALL existing subarrays 2 Once selected you will be prompted with an Automatic Subarray Warning message Click Ok to continue Do you wish to continue Edit a Subarray 1 All the subarrays saved to the master ECU are shown in the spreadsheet 2 To edit an existing subarray select it from the spreadsheet and click Edit Mode Once selected the bottom portion of the window changes to display the editing properties Automatic array configuration must be enabled for changes to take affect For details see Automatic Array Configuration on page 51 3 Use the scroll bars to adjust the X Y Offsets and to change the width and height of the subarray The display window will change as you make the adjustments Click Set once you are satisfied with the changes 4 From the Enabled list you can choose to enable or disable the subarray 5 The Video Source for the subarray can be defined from the Video Source list Select No Video Global or Local The default setting is Local ECU Priority This screen allows users to assign the correct priority to the ECUs meaning assigning th
37. attempt to esi asap A egg RAR TUPE hes i aA eit thier current settings apply values to multiple tiles a i do o confirmation alert message appears Are you sure you wish to continue requiring you to enter text to confirm this action This text confirmation is only required once otherwise just an acknowledgment is required To Confirm this action please type CONFIRM inte the text box Text it case sensitiva LA LA 8 If necessary click Reset to return the values to the default settings Christie MicroTiles User Manual 55 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHRISTIE Advanced Tile Image Alignment This screen enables advanced users to manually correct image alignment Applying extreme tile image alignment values may corrupt the video display in some NOTICE MicroTiles To resolve this issue reduce the image alignment adjustment values 56 To access the Tile Image Alignment screen select Canvas Management gt Canvas Settings gt Advanced gt Tile Image Alignment Select the specific tiles Either click Select All or use your mouse to click individual tiles within the Tile Schematic section of the screen Hold the Shift key down to make multiple selections Click Grid to display the test pattern The array will display the selected tiles and unselected tiles in the colors specified Click the arrow buttons or use keyboard controls to adjust the XY offsets of the top left top right bottom left a
38. cates the ECU is busy either handling input detection handling active image inputs or monitoring tiles etc Wait a few seconds and try again If the alert Warning unmapped tiles were found appears along the top of the window it indicates the ECUs detected unmapped tiles on initial start up Waiting a minute after seeing video should clear this error however if it remains complete the following steps 1 Select Canvas Management from the top menu bar and then Layout gt Configure 2 Ensure Automatic Array Configuration is Enabled 3 Click Reconfigure Array 79 CHXISTIE Specifications Due to continuing research specifications are subject to change without notice General Specifications Model numbers Display unit dimensions ECU dimensions Display Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Specification Display unit Screen External Control Unit ECU Remote Control Height Width Depth Weight with S300 S310 screen Weight without 5300 5310 screen Height Width Depth Weight Screen size diagonal Native resolution per tile Pixel pitch Maximum calibrated brightness LED lifespan 50 brightness Peak white color temperature Adjustable gamma Color space CIE 1931 Optical system Value D100 5300 5310 E100 R100 306 mm 12 05 in 408 mm 16 06 in 260 mm 10 24 in 9 2 kg 20 3 Ibs 8 0 kg 18 7 Ibs 50 mm 1 97 in 259 mm 10 20 in 191 mm
39. ce Management Menu Structure saaana aa a a a a 85 Canvas Management Menu Structure aaa aaa a a 86 Configuration Status and Help Menu Structures 0 000 eee 87 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHXISTIE Product Overview Christie MicroTiles MicroTiles are modular high quality image display units with related accessories which when combined form large arrays of virtually any size and shape The modular design uses rear projection based on a single TI Digital Micromirror Device DMD and chipset High brightness LEDs provide the illumination source MicroTiles can be quickly and easily deployed into small display configurations while providing the additional features required for larger and more complex installations Terminology Christie MicroTiles User Manual MicroTiles Refers to some tiles Tile s Consists of a display unit and a screen External Control Unit ECU Controls MicroTiles arrays video input source Master ECU Only one master ECU can be assigned to a canvas This master supplies the global video source Slave ECU Supplies local video sources in multiple ECU configurations Canvas A group of tiles and ECUs that are connected together electronically To constitute a canvas tiles do not need to be physically adjacent to one another The maximum number of tiles ina canvas is 200 and the maximum number of ECUs is 16 Array A group of tiles that are
40. de P N 020 100334 xx Connect to Power Always check the firmware version installed on the tile s and ECU on initial power up against the version available at www microtiles com Failure to install the latest firmware version can affect system performance For details see Upgrading Main Firmware on page 60 Y power Cords Electrical Hazard A maximum of nine tiles can be connected per daisy chain This is the A WARNING maximum power rating of the Y power cord In an array of 12 tiles two outlets and two power bars should be used Local or national regulations may not allow the use of Y power cords and may require an alternative method of power distribution such as standard individual line cords for each tile or power bars This may include Japan China Korea and others The Y cord Kit P N 123 122106 xx can be used in the USA Canada Mexico the European Union and Russia e The Y cord Kit does not include line cords i e the cords that connect the array to the wall outlet Suitable regional line cords must be used See Line Cords for D100 and E100 on page 7 24 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE Installation and Setup A quantity of nine Y cords are shipped with each kit Multiple tiles are daisy chained to a single power feed Up to nine tiles per chain can be supported Electrical Hazard Only a ma of 9 tiles should be incorporated per daisy chain Start a new chain aft
41. ee Connecting Sources on page 22 If a Display Unit Fails to Power Up e Check to ensure each cable is properly connected e Cycle power to the failed tile s or the entire array using the switch on the power bar e Check the LED on the back of each tile A flashing green light indicates power is enabled Christie MicroTiles User Manual 29 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHXISTIE Powering Down the MicroTiles Array 1 Push the Power button OFF at the ECU 2 Move the power bar switch to the OFF position or disconnect the power plug from the outlet Status Indicators The ECU is equipped with a status LED built into the Power button ECU LED Indicators LED Mode OFF Green Green Flashing Red Solid Description No Power Slave ECU NOTE only one ECU can be the Master ECU Master ECU ECU in STANDBY mode or booting on power up Each tile is equipped with a tri color LED located on the back of the tile which indicates power Status ECU LED Indicators LED Mode OFF Amber Green Green Flashing Red Solid 30 Description No Power Power ON Hardware is Good No Firmware Power ON Hardware is Good Firmware is Good Power ON Hardware is Good Firmware is Good Communicating with ECU Power ON No Hardware Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation R100 Remote Control This radio frequency remote control is used to navigate the menu commands on t
42. em as a slave or a master For details see External Control Unit ECU on page 4 It is a useful tool to set the master ECU when using multiple ECU configurations All ECUs are shipped as slaves from the factory 50 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation When switching out ECUs in the field it is important to ensure that at least one of them is a master If you have two masters you must set one of them back to a Slave 1 If necessary click Refresh to load the information from the ECUs connected to the array 2 Click a row in the spreadsheet to select a single ECU O The master ECU has the highest priority number 3 Once an ECU is selected from the spreadsheet use the Priority scroll bar or the up down arrow keys to manually set a priority to the ECU For example the ECU with the highest number is the designated master and all others are slaves Once the value is entered click Apply Click Select All to select all ECUs and set them to O and then select one ECU to set as the master slaves 0 master 1 SELECT ALL Automatic Array Configuration MicroTiles are equipped with neighbor detection circuitry Once power is applied to the array the ECU uses the neighbor detection circuitry to determine the configuration of the array It then relays the total dimensions of the array and the exact physical location of the array back to each tile Array configuration is required to
43. enabled is not recommended 84 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE OSD Menu Tree Source Management Menu Structure 2 Canvas Management 3 Configuration 4 Slalus 5 Help Source Management Input Source Properties a Size and Position DY Glock Detected true CS is ane iv E 1 size and F osition 1 In put Source Pr ope nies Input Stabe true 2 Image Settings 2 Display Window Pixel VWidih 1660 Fike debo 1050 Frames per second 59 781010 Display Window Image settings A Osat 0 000000 1 Sharpness Y sat Width 1 000000 ii Hoighl 1 00000 MEE Aulomalic Mapping should also be enabled Sharpness 000 The default is 0 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 85 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 OSD Menu Tree CHAISTIE Canvas Management Menu Structure 86 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE OSD Menu Tree Configuration Status and Help Menu Structures Christie MicroTiles User Manual 87 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 O000 101825 12 ASSY TECH DOCS MicroTiles Corporate offices Worldwide offices USA Cypress ph 714 236 8610 Canada Kitchener ph 519 744 8005 Consultant offices Italy ph 39 0 2 9902 1161 Australia ph 61 0 7 3624 4888 Brazil ph 55 11 2548 4753 China Beijing ph 86 10 6561 0240 China Shanghai ph 86 21 6278 7708 Eastern Europe and
44. er 9 tiles and connect to a separate wall outlet or power bar A A Wall Outlet RES 7 Line Cord specific to country of origin LL Y power Cord Y cord Kit a Install Power Connection Security Clip To ensure the power cord is secured to the tile s power connection a security clip supplied with the Display Unit Kit P N 123 001102 xx must be installed To install insert the end of the clip into the two machined holes on the two posts If connecting the 90 connection to the tile ensure the clip locks from the left side if using the standard connector ensure it locks from the right side Power Cord Security Clip Standard Connector 90 Connector Ensure clip locks from right side Ensure clip locks from left side Christie MicroTiles User Manual 25 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE Install Y power Cord Retention Clip To ensure the Y power cords are secured between connections a retention clip supplied with the Y Cord Kit P N 123 122106 xx must be installed To install simply snap the clip onto the two adjoining Y power cords Power ON 1 Connect the power plug from the ECU into an outlet or power bar 2 Daisy chain the Y power cords to each tile in the array and connect the standard power plug into an outlet or power bar 3 Apply electrical tape or tie wraps to secure the inline connection between the Y power cords 4 Push the Power button ON at
45. ersion of firmware installed FPGA LE Internal serial number for FPGA and light engine Dropped Status Displays whether or not the tile has been ignored when determining overall canvas brightness Tile Displays the numbering sequence of each tile Select the tile s from the spreadsheet and click Generate Log s Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHRISTIE 5 To view the tile logs click Log Viewer This will populate a new window in Windows Explorer containing the master tile error logs which are used for technical support to troubleshoot any problems occurring with the tile s Helo Menu When Tool Tips is disabled the rollover menu tips throughout the firmware application are disabled Select About MicroTiles Web GUI to view firmware information Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 73 CHRISTIE Maintenance Installers and all other users must maintain a safe operating environment at all times Read through this section in its entirety and understand all warnings and precautions before attempting to operate the Christie MicroTiles For additional information see the Christie MicroTiles Service Manual P N 020 100332 xx and the Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx Cleaning Procedures It is critical the array be powered OFF and disconnected from AC power before the lens o
46. esses that the MicroTiles installation will send traps to For details see Communities and Trap IPs on page 68 It also enables users to define up to three Email addresses where notification Emails for the events that are setup through the Notification Configuration screen are sent to For details see Emai s on page 69 and Notification Configuration on page 69 Communities and Trap IPs The default setting for SNMP Read Community and SNMP Trap Community is private Both fields accommodate a maximum of 32 characters Up to three trap IP addresses can be configured Traps are SNMP specific notifications about an event that has occurred in the system Traps sent by the SNMP daemon to the SNMP network administrator s indicate that specific events occurred For information about the events that can be selected to trigger SNMP traps see Notification 68 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Configuration on page 69 Configuration SOURCE MANAGEMENT _ CANVAS MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION STATUS HELP gt CONFIGURATION gt SNMP gt Communication Setup gt Communities amp Trap IPs Power gt Date and Time SIMP Trp say Ethernet Firmware Upgrade le en aren Remote Control Trap IP Address 2 Save amp Restore Trap IP Address 3 SNMP System Information Communication Setup Notification Configuration Communities amp Trap IPs gt Emails Emails This screen enables
47. false check the connection between the ECU and the video source and try again Christie MicroTiles User Manual 77 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Troubleshooting CHAKISTIE Problem Solution Color matching is not working Possible causes e Color matching is not enabled e There is a problem with the version of firmware installed e The light engine is defective Solutions e Enable color matching 1 From the WebUI click Canvas Management gt Canvas Settings gt Color and Luminance 2 From the Automatic Color Matching list select ON Recommended e Update to the latest firmware version Before updating the firmware check online at www microtiles com to ensure the latest firmware version is installed Failure to install the latest version can affect system performance For more information see Upgrading Main Firmware on page 60 e Replace the light engine For details on light engine replacement see the Christie MicroTiles Service Manual P N 020 100332 xx If light engine replacement still does not correct the problem the tile is defective and needs to be repaired Contact technical support at 1 800 221 8025 Image Replicated on each Possible causes MicroTile in the Array e Automatic array configuration is not enabled e The XY offsets of the array are not set correctly Solutions To enable the automatic array configuration 1 From the WebuUl select Canvas Management gt Layout gt Configure 2 Ensure Automatic A
48. g of 3 61mW E 400 700nM Electrical Hazard Up to nine tiles may be connected per daisy chain when hooking up the A DANGER power supply This is the maximum power carrying capability of the line cord Always power down and disconnect disengage all power sources to the MicroTiles before servicing or cleaning Read and understand all product safety labels before installing operating this product Before Beginning an Installation The configuration of an array will vary on the installation therefore the following instructions are to be used as a guideline only Before installing it is important to fully understand all site requirements and characteristics This document outlines installations which are no higher than five rows and no wider than 10 columns For installations exceeding these specifications see Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx Installation Guidelines e When constructing any size array always complete the first row and ensure it is flat before continuing with the next row Do not attempt to construct the array column by column e Power up each tile to ensure it is functioning Check the LED on the back of the tile A green light indicates power is enabled Should the tile fail to power up see Troubleshooting on page 77 for more information e Do not remove the lens guard from the MicroTiles or dust cap from the lens until the array is constructed Cabling and ECU Layo
49. grade the ECU FPGA a From the WebuUl select Configuration from the top menu bar and then Firmware Upgrade gt ECUs b Select FPGA and then locate the firmware upgrade file on your PC Click Open to initiate the upgrade Remote Control Remote Pairing via the WebUl Remote pairing is useful when you are unable to physically access the ECU e Only one remote can be paired to the master ECU NOTICE e Pairing does not function with slave ECUs 1 From the Configuration menu click Remote Control Christie MicroTiles User Manual 65 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE 2 Select Enabled from the Remote Control list before you pair or unpair the remote Click Pair These settings are disabled by default 3 The Pair Remote Control screen appears on the OSD Pair Remote Control To pair a remote control press the Pair button once then after the backlight turns off press the Enter button The current remote control has just been unpairet 4 Press the Pair button from the R100 Remote Control and then press Enter 5 The message The remote control is now paired appears on each tile in the array once the process is complete To return to video press Exit on the remote 6 To unpair the remote click the Set button beside the Unpair setting from the Remote Control screen Restore Factory Defaults This screen is used to reset the ECU s and tile s back to their default settings This is typically done w
50. he OSD from up to 100m 328ft away Power ae a Tum Micro Files array ON or move to Standby Mode y Input Reserved for future use Gamma Adjust mid range levels Note Applies lo Pair Global ECU only in a multi ECU configuration Pair remote with External Control Unit ECU for secure information transfer Note Applies to Global ECU only in a multi ECU configuration Brightness Raise or lower images black levels Note Applies to Global ECU only in a multi ECU configuration Sharpness Adjust image focus Contrast Raise or lower images while levels Note Applies to Global ECU only in a mult ECU configuration Arrow Keys Left Right Adjust a setting up or down Up Down Navigate through the OSD menus Enter M Select a highlighted menu item change or accept a value ent Select lo access the on screen display OSD When using the OSD press Menu at any time to return to the main menu Exit Return to previous menu level or exits menus if at top level Economy Control LED power settings Info Displays information about the ECU and tiles Press once lo view Tile Properties a second time lo view Tile Status a third time to return fo the video display mode NOTE Once pressed there is a maximum delay of 120 seconds to populate the information onto each Tile in the array Preset Reserved for future use Function Reserved for future use Help Access to OSD He
51. hen setting up a new configuration or when swapping master ECUs from one configuration to another To restore factory defaults select one or multiple ECU s and or tile s from the spreadsheet and click Restore 66 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Configuration SOURCE MANAGEMENT CANVAS MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION STATUS HELP gt CONFIGURATION gt Save amp Restore gt Restore Factory Defaults Power Date and Time Ethernet Firmware Upgrade Restore Factory Default settings on all ECU s and TILE s RESTORE TA A FPGA Priority System Master WebGui ECU Remote Control 1 1 5032 0 true true Save amp Restore SNMP Restore Factory Settings Y Firmware Serial Save amp Restore Settings 1 012521 JSHO950MT2886 1 0 12 5284 JSHOSSOMT 2893 10 12 5281 J SHO9S0RIT 2907 1 0 12 5281 J5H0947MT0328 Save 4 Restore Settings This screen enables you to save specific settings files for both the tiles and ECUs Click Save to download and save the specific settings file Click Restore to upload a saved settings file to the ECU For the tile settings the Save and Restore functions are applied to all settings all the time For the ECU settings the Save function saves all settings all the time however the Restore function only restores the options that are selected Configuration Power Date and Time Ethernet Firmware Upgrade Remote Control Save amp Re
52. iedigital com Light engine upgrades take approximately 35 minutes for 100 connected tiles a From the Configuration gt Firmware Upgrade gt Tiles screen to upgrade the firmware for the light engine in all of the selected tiles select Light Engine b Reset all tiles to complete the upgrade and make sure the light engine firmware Is active To reset the tiles select Configuration gt Power gt Reset gt Tiles 6 Upgrade the ECU firmware e The ECU firmware upgrade takes approximately one hour for every 10 connected ECUs e Begin with the firmware upgrade and then the FPGA upgrade For details on the FPGA upgrade see Correcting a Failed Firmware Upgrade on page 64 a Select the desired ECU from the spreadsheet or click Select All b Click Firmware and then locate the firmware upgrade file on the computer c When the upgrade is complete select Configuration gt Power gt Reset gt ECUs Christie MicroTiles User Manual 63 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE If the web browser does not recognize the new WebUI application from the ECU clear the web browser cache Correcting a Failed Firmware Upgrade On ECUs using firmware version 1 0 10 or older when attempting to simultaneously upgrade the firmware for a MicroTiles canvas with a large number of ECUs the upgrade may fail Complete the following steps to correct this issue Update the master ECU to the latest firmware version Re
53. iles Typically overscan resolution 800 x 600 is used to display test patterns Layout Physical Mapping Physical mapping is a useful tool when configuring a canvas that includes a group of tiles not physically connected 1 Ensure Automatic Array Configuration is enabled For information see Automatic Array Configuration on page 51 2 From the Canvas Management menu select Layout gt Physical Mapping Christie MicroTiles User Manual 47 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE Canvas Management SOURCE MANAGEMENT CANVAS MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION STATUS HELF CANVAS MAHAGEMENT gt Layout gt Physical Mapping Alert Nothing selected _ Display Mode gt S oS REFRESH Layout gt W Canvas Settings gt re Diagnostics and Calibration gt ps Physical Mapping z Subarray Configuration ECU Priority Tile Schematic Show Tiles Auto Merve A piia RESET Manually Mapped Tiles Tile index Array index XK Coord Y Coord DELETE Configure CENTER TILE DELETE ALL des found INFO 3 Click on a tile in the Tile Schematic section Drag and drop it into the main grid to manually map it Use the rows y coordinates and columns x coordinates of the grid to manually map tiles the input image automatically stretches spanning across all manually mapped tiles The top left is 0 0 Each array index corresponds to a unique mapping of the input image 4 The image on the
54. iles to form a canvas System Overview MicroTiles consist of several subsystems which includes the mechanical housing screen and Fresnel lens light engine Front End Formatter Board FEFB IR sensor internal Low Voltage Power Supply LVPS and cooling system An array of MicroTiles requires at least one ECU master ECU acting as a main control unit and input interface for image content distribution through the array Mechanical Housing The mechanical housing comes equipped with internal supports which are designed to support small arrays For larger arrays external supports are required MicroTiles are optimized to operate in an upright landscape orientation however they can be operated in many other orientations as long as the cooling and support requirements are met Product cooling and mechanical support is the 2 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Product Overview responsibility of the end user For information see Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx Front of Tile screen removed Back of Tile Top of Tile Left Side of Tile Right Side of Tile E E f a Sf alll SS 5 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 3 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Rear Projection Screen Do not touch inside of the screen Always handle the screen from the sides Remove all NOTICE jewelry from your hands before handling The screen is designed to disp
55. it 1 One per system 8 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Product Overview Part Number Part Description Qty Calculation Notes 123 105107 xx MicroTiles Foot Ends 1 One kit includes left right per bottom row includes one grille 123 106108 xx MicroTiles Foot Center 3 Count bottom row 9 tiles three pack includes three grilles Subtract 1 8 joints 8 feet required 123 107109 xx MicroTiles Mount Bracket two pack 18 Count above five high 9 x 4 36 tiles 123 122106 xx MicroTiles Y Cord Kit 9 Some regions do not accept Y cords See Regional Acceptance for Y cords on page 6 The appropriate regional line cords are shipped separately The items listed below contain an example of a USA order utilizing the Y cord kits Part Number Part Description Qty Calculation Notes 108 383105 xx C13 Line Cord for tiles 9 One per Y cord kit For regions where the Y cord is not accepted the quantity of line cords required is one per display unit 108 384106 xx C5 Line Cord for ECUs 3 One per ECU Christie MicroTiles User Manual 9 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE Installation and Setup Safety Guidelines When the screen is removed directly viewing the beam with an optical instrument for example an eye loupe magnifier or microscope from a distance of less than 100mm may pose an eye hazard MicroTiles are a class 1M source of visible and Invisible LED radiation with a maximum power ratin
56. lace the screen on the work surface 8 Remove the remaining two foam corners 9 Put on clean gloves 10 Place one hand lightly on the screen and pull open the plastic bag 11 Grip the bottom of the bag with one hand and the frame with the other and pull the screen out of the bag 12 If you have lifted the screen and bag up while performing step 11 place the screen back on the work surface or box Christie MicroTiles User Manual 19 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE Install Screens e Do not touch inside of the screen Always handle from the sides Remove all jewelry and NOTICE watches from your hands and wrists before handling e Ensure the surface of the screen removal tool is clean and free of debris to avoid damaging the screen e In an array the physical size of the gap between two adjacent screens is affected by temperature and humidity Improper installation of the tiles also affects both the size and consistency of screen gaps With proper installation the average physical screen gap is typically 1 3mm at 25 C 77 F ambient and 50 non condensing relative humidity with a variance of 0 3mm Feeler gauges should be used to measure screen gaps accurately O It is recommended that the screens be installed starting from the bottom of the array 1 Before installing the screens remove the lens guard from the tiles and the dust cap from the lens Replace the lens guard and the dust cap any
57. lay high quality images under a wide range of viewing angles and high ambient lighting conditions The screen has a matte non glare front surface that reduces specular reflections from adjacent light sources and maintains the contrast and luminance uniformity of the displayed image The screen is designed to display a sharp image formed close to the screen edge to allow for image blending from screen to screen when tiled in an array The screen material has expansion characteristics that are low and closely matched for the screen elements This allows the screen to retain its dimensions in various operational environments and prevent separation between the screen elements that would induce unwanted image artifacts The screen is attached magnetically to the housing The screen can be easily removed by applying suction with a screen removal tool supplied In the event that the magnets fail to retain the screen for instance due to extreme vibration of the housing an integral tether ensures the screen remains attached to the housing For proper cleaning instructions see Cleaning Outside Screen Surface on page 75 External Control Unit ECU The Web User Interface WebUl is only functional on a master ECU It does not NOTICE communicate with slave ECUs A MicroTiles array requires an ECU in order to display an image across the entire array End users connect a PC or media player to the array using a DVI D cable The ECU then ensures the
58. led in order to initiate the upgrades Adobe Flash Player Plug In version 10 0 or higher is required if you are using Mac or Linux e It is recommended that the FPGA hardware upgrade be performed at the same time as a firmware upgrade For more information see Correcting a Failed Firmware Upgrade on page 64 Check Current Firmware Version from OSD 1 Press Menu on the R100 Remote Control to access the OSD 2 From the OSD Main Menu select Status 3 From the Status menu select either External Control Unit or Tiles to view the current firmware versions installed Ensure the firmware versions match For details see OSD Status Menu on page 39 4 Go to www christiedigital com to check for the latest available firmware version If the version found on the web does not match the version on the product ensure the web browser cache is cleared and complete the steps in Upgrade Firmware on page 62 Check Current Firmware Version from WebUl 1 Select Status from the top menu bar and then System Information 2 From the System Information screen select either External Control Unit or Tiles to view the current firmware version installed The current version is displayed in the spreadsheet under Application Version 3 Goto www christiedigital com to check for the latest available firmware version If the version found on the web does not match the version on the product complete the steps in Upgrade Firmware on page 62 Christie MicroTi
59. les User Manual 61 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE hit AN AE Or o o o Upgrade Firmware If an error message about duplicate tile addresses is displayed reset the array before NOTICE attempting a firmware upgrade 1 Download the latest firmware from www christiedigital com and save it to a computer that will be connected to the array for the upgrade 2 Open the WebUl 3 Click Configuration gt Firmware Upgrade and select either Tiles or ECUs Users can choose to upgrade the firmware or hardware for a group of selected tiles or an ECU For information on hardware upgrades see Correcting a Failed Firmware Upgrade on page 64 62 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation 4 Upgrade the MicroTiles firmware Begin with the firmware upgrade and then perform the FPGA upgrade For details on the FPGA upgrade see Correcting a Failed Firmware Upgrade on page 64 a In the Tile Schematic area select the tiles to upgrade or click Select All b Click Firmware and browse to the location of the firmware upgrade file on the computer c Once the upgrade has been completed reset the tiles to make sure the new upgrades are active To reset the tiles select Configuration gt Power gt Reset gt Tiles 5 Upgrade the Light Engine Do not initiate a light engine upgrade unless an upgrade is posted at NOTICE www christ
60. lock Detach Lid 1 Size and Position Input Source Properties DVI Clock Detected true a Input Statie true 2 Image Seltings 2 Display Window nput Stable iru Pied Vidi 1660 Pike Hebght 050 Frames par second 59 781010 Display Window image Settings A Osat 0 000000 1 Sharpness Y COifsot i Width 1 000000 EE Height 1 000000 Ea AAA automatic Mapping should also be enabled Sharpness 000 The default is 0 OSD Canvas Management Menu This menu enables users to select the video signal for displaying content onto the tiles It also allows users to enable disable array configuration or to adjust display settings such as intensity color matching mullion reduction and uniformity correction Use the Canvas Settings menu to adjust color settings Use the Diagnostics and Calibration menu selection to select from a list of test patterns used for troubleshooting and setup purposes Press Menu from the remote and use the arrow keys to highlight Canvas Management from the Main menu Press Enter to access the selections For quick access to this menu press Menu and then 2 from the remote For a detailed description of the same controls accessible from the WebUl see WebUI Canvas Management Menu on page 46 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 37 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE OSD Configuration Menu The Configuration menu allows users to control power and reset the ECU and tiles Typically the E
61. lp Menu Number Keys Enter a number for quick access to the OSD menus Guide to Keypads The remote keypad controls the tiles via communication from a battery powered RF transmitter Press the arrow keys down once for each continuous adjustment movement in one direction If a key IS pressed while the tiles are still responding to a previous action such as during power up the second key press may not take effect These are toggle keys which require you to press once or press twice or use the up down arrow keys e There are no simultaneous key combinations press keys one at a time NOTICE e Two AAA batteries are required e The keypad on the remote remains lit when the batteries are running low Christie MicroTiles User Manual 31 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE Keypad Commands Power Press the Power button on the R100 Remote Control to toggle the array ON The LED light on the ECU turns green when power is enabled Press again to place the ECU in STANDBY mode The LED light on the ECU turns red when the array is in STANDBY mode This is not a complete powered down state To completely disable power turn the array OFF at the power source Input Reserved for future use Pair Press to pair the remote with the ECU for secure information transfer For more information see Pairing the Remote to the ECU via the OSD on page 33 Contrast Changes the level of peak white in the image Use the Left Right Arro
62. mal operating point is transmitted to all attached tiles It is the responsibility of the individual tiles to ensure they actually meet the requested colorimetry The Color and Luminance screen allows users to manually adjust the nits of the entire array and to enable or disable color matching of the array To access this screen select Canvas Management from the top menu bar and then select Canvas Settings gt Color and Luminance 52 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Color and Luminance Ca ch DT af Color and Luminance Options Calibration Model This selection allows you to select between the two available color correction models Version 1 and Version 2 Recommended Automatic Color Matching This selection allows you to select the color matching setting You can choose from ON Recommended and Tiles Only When ON Recommended is selected the ECU reads the settings of each tile calculates the average and applies that reading to each tile in the array When Tiles ONLY is selected color matching is done at the tile level meaning the tiles will make their best attempt to meet user commanded color brightness points In this mode the ECU is not actively maintaining color points across the array Mode The selections of this field change according to the Calibration Model selected For Version 1 the options include Fixed Brightness and Off For Version 2 the options include Econo
63. my Brightness Fixed Brightness and Maximum Brightness In order to change the brightness settings you must specify the intensity mode through the Mode field Luminance Levels Use the scroll bar or the up down arrows to manually set the luminance level in nits for the array When Mode is set to Fixed Brightness clicking the Read button will query the array for the last set value When Economy or Maximum Brightness mode is selected clicking Read displays the brightness level achieved by the array The Set button is only available when Mode is set to Fixed Brightness In Economy and Maximum Brightness modes the Set button is grayed out because the luminance levels are managed by the ECU Color Temperature This selection allows users to manually adjust the color temperature of the array Color temperature dictates how warm or cool the video output on the array appears The higher the color temperature the cooler and bluer the image The lower the color temperature the warmer and redder the image Color temperature settings for Version 2 Recommended range from 3200 9600K and the settings for Version 1 range from 5500 8500K A mode of color correction must be selected from the Mode list in order to adjust color temperature Color Space The selections of this field change according to the Calibration Model selected For Version 1 the selections include sRGB and Custom Gamut For Version 2 Recommended the selections include Maximum Gamut sRGB a
64. n oO JSH0 MTMTOS25 4 Oo 2 2 0 JSHOSRIMT 2897 5 O i 2 0 SENOS TO 250 58 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Configuration Menu This menu allows users to enable disable power to the canvas reset the tiles and ECU upgrade the firmware and update the date and time Power ON OFF All Tiles Selecting Power ON Canvas and Power OFF Canvas affects the entire array regardless of how many tiles have been selected through the firmware application Wait approximately 10 seconds between powering the canvas OFF and ON Resetting Selected Tile s and ECU s The tiles and ECU s must be reset after a firmware upgrade in order for changes to take effect This function affects the tiles that have been selected through the WebUI It is highly recommended that you reset all tiles and the ECU For more information see Upgrading Main Firmware on page 60 Set Date and Time To access this screen select Configuration from the top menu bar and Date and Time This screen allows users to set the current system date and time The date displayed in the MicroTiles System Date and Time field is processed from the ECU while the date in the New Time field is updated to the time on the computer If needed click Refresh to see changes take effect and click Apply to store the changes Christie MicroTiles User Manual 59 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE Configuration Power
65. n an array or increase the input resolution by combining multiple inputs In order for this to function multiple ECUs must be connected to the array and automatic array configuration must be enabled For information on how to connect multiple ECUS see Cable Routing on page 21 To access the Subarray Configuration screen click the Canvas Management gt Layout gt Subarray Configuration O Subarray configuration is not available via the OSD TE Dona Subarray Configuration cal SELECT ALL Adding a Subarray Manually 1 If necessary click Refresh to get a reading of any subarray regions that have already been created This information is then populated in the subarray spreadsheet 2 Ensure you are in Add Mode You can switch between ADD and EDIT Modes Edit Mode is grayed out if no subarray Is selected in the table See Edit a Subarray on page 50 3 Click on the top left tile within the subarray displayed in Tile Schematic Hold down the Shift key and click on the bottom right tile in the subarray You must select tiles in a diagonal configuration opposite corners in order to configure a subarray 4 Click Add once the subarray region has been selected All the subarrays saved on the master ECU are shown in the spreadsheet Christie MicroTiles User Manual 49 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE Adding a Subarray Automatically 1 Click Auto Subarray to put all tiles between ECUS into sep
66. nd Custom Gamut This enables the selection of the type of color decoding The setting defaults to maximum Christie MicroTiles User Manual 53 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHRISTIE e Maximum Gamut Select this option to apply the maximum available RGB color spectrum Not an available option when Tiles ONLY is selected from Automatic Color Matching e SRGB Select this option to apply standard RGB color space to the array e Custom Gamut Select this option to manually adjust the XY coordinates of the RGB color spectrum e Screen Selection From Screen Selection select the type of screen being used in the array Selections include the S100 S200 and S300 S310 This setting must be specified before adjusting any of the color and luminance features to NOTICE ensure the settings applied to the array are accurate Canvas Image Settings This screen allows users to configure mullion reduction uniformity correction and sharpness To access this screen select Canvas Settings gt Canvas Image Settings e Mullion Reduction Use mullion reduction to adjust the brightness level to the edges of the tiles until they appear smaller It is recommended to have video playing on the array when adjusting mullion to see the changes take effect Select between OFF O to 12 Feet 12 to 24 Feet and More than 24 Feet When a selection is made you will see the effect on the video content Showing on the array Feet refers to the recommended
67. nd bottom right values Note that the Step Increments scroll bar allows you to customize how much the XY offsets will adjust XY adjustment values are limited to 10 and 10 Use the Instant Update feature to immediately send value changes to the ECU otherwise you will need to click Apply each time you make changes Note that if you have selected multiple tiles the warning message illustrated below appears You will only need to enter the text confirmation the first time you attempt to apply values to multiple tiles Any other changes applied still bring up the warning message however you will only need to click OK You are applying these settings to MULTIPLE tiles which will overwrite thier current settings This change is NOT reverseabla Are you sure you wish to continue To Confirm this action please type CONFIRM into the test box Text is case sensitive 488 eee Click Reset at any time to return to the default settings 9 tiles found SELECT ALL Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Display a Test Pattern The Test Pattern screen allows users to select from a list of test patterns used for troubleshooting and setup purposes 1 From the Canvas Management menu select Diagnostics and Calibration gt Test Pattern to access the Test Pattern screen 2 Click on a particular tile in the Tile Schematic section to apply the change to a specific tile only or click Selec
68. nn optional i 10 ca 12 A oo mee Assembly Tool 18mm M6 Socket Head Cap Screw for Horizontal Alignment two per tile Screen Removal Tool 321mm M8 Vertical Alignment Rods three per tile Screen Display Port Cable One per tile a one meter cable is supplied with the tile and a three meter cable comes with the ECU End and Center Leveling Feet optional Y Power Cord ECU Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Installation and Setup 10 Grille with Hardware optional used in conjunction with End and Center Leveling Feet 11 Security Clip for Power Cord Connection to Tile 12 Retention Clip for Y Power Cord Connections Not Shown e Display Unit tile without screen e Straight edge not provided e 5mm hex key not provided e Light seal trim e Line cords for Display Units e Line cords for ECU Micro files Installation Light Seal Trim Application The light seal trim is supplied with the Display Unit kit P N 123 001102 xx and is used to prevent light leakage between the tiles in the array It is typically used for applications where there is lighting in the space behind the tiles If required apply the light seal trim around the back of the outside perimeter of the tile before adding it to the array Mount to Leveling Feet Optional If the array is mounted to the leveling feet it is mandatory they are fastened to an A DANGER adequately ballasted base s
69. of carrying 5Gbps of video and data in both directions simultaneously The ECU is connected via the HSSL interface directly to a tile The order in which system elements are connected is not significant unless you are connecting multiple ECUs When connecting multiple ECUs HSSL 1 is the local source input and HSSL 2 is the local source output e RS 232 Connect with a laptop or PC for access to all controls and all system status information e USB Device 1 USB Device 2 Reserved for future use Ethernet A host computer connected to this interface has full access to all controls and all system status information All firmware can be updated via this port This interface supports 10 Basel and 100 BaseT A web client interface is available through this port and is used as the primary human interface for remote PC based control of a MicroTiles installation There are two methods of connecting via this port e Direct Cable The PC must be assigned a static IP Address 192 168 0 x where x is any integer 2 through 254 at the factory the IP of the ECU will be 192 168 0 1 e Router or Switch Press and hold the Power button to display the IP Address to which the web browser will be connected e USB Host Reserved for future use e DVI D Connect a variety of progressive video and graphics sources to the DVI D port The bandwidth of the input is limited to 25 165 MHz e Power Button Press to switch the ECU and any attached MicroTiles array
70. on the rear of the tiles and to a proper AC power source outlet The outlet must be near the equipment and easily accessible Use the power cable provided with the MicroTiles or an appropriately rated power cable that complies with regional standards For details see Line Cords for D100 and E100 on page 7 Do not attempt operation if the AC power source is not within the rated voltage range as specified on the license label found on the back of the tile A maximum of nine tiles may be connected per daisy chain In an array of 12 tiles two NOTICE outlets and two power bars should be used 1 Connect the power plug from the ECU into an outlet or power bar 2 Daisy chain the Y power cords into each tile in the array and connect the standard power plug into an outlet or power bar For more information on how to connect the power cords see Power Distribution on page 24 3 Apply electrical tape or tie wraps to secure the inline connection between the Y power cables The LED status light on the ECU Power button is red during the power up sequence which takes approximately one minute We recommend that a power bar with an in line power switch is used to simplify switching the array ON and OFF If any of the tiles fail to power up check each connection 4 Once the array ECU and tiles is powered up the LED status light on the ECU Power button flashes green 5 For information on how to display content onto the MicroTiles array s
71. on the side of the column to ensure the top and bottom tiles are straight If needed readjust the top tile or the first row 9 Lock the latch from one MicroTile onto the adjacent MicroTile 10 It is recommended that screens are installed during the installation in order to check seam gaps rather than waiting till the array is completely constructed See steps 5 and 9 in Assemble First Row on page 14 Assemble Additional Rows TIP LOAD If the array is two rows or higher additional A DANGER hardware for tip resistance must be used in order to 18 comply with safety regulations and local codes Either use the rear mounting points or bolt the leveling feet into the base structure in such a way that the weight of each tile is individually supported To accomplish this a mounting bracket can be purchased from Christie P N 123 107109 xx For details see Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx interface Pads Use as reference points when building array higher than 3 rows If the array is mounted to the leveling feet they must be fastened to an adequately ballasted base structure anytime the array is two rows or higher to prevent tipping and provide stability The leveling feet come equipped with machined points for bolting the array however the hardware is not supplied Use M6 or 1 4 hardware and follow all local safety standards and regulations 1 Repeat the steps
72. organize the display and to ensure each tile knows its physical arrangement within the array Configuration is checked approximately every 10 seconds By default Automatic Array Configuration is enabled Each tile knowing its own position within the array and the video source characteristics is required to crop the active input source select its own sub image portion and scale the sub image to display in full screen 1 From the Canvas Management menu select Layout gt Configure 2 Select Enabled from the Automatic Array Configuration list With this feature enabled it allows the software to detect changes in the array s setup and configure the array accordingly For example it will detect any time a tile is added or removed tiles are moved subarrays are changed or manually mapped tiles are changed and configure the array to those settings Christie MicroTiles User Manual 51 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHRISTIE 3 If necessary click Refresh to update the array and ensure the most current information is displayed 4 Click the Reconfigure Array to force an array reconfiguration manually Canvas Settings Color and Luminance The type of screen must first be specified from the Screen Selection drop down before NOTICE adjusting any of the color and luminance features The ECU periodically polls all attached tiles to determine the optimal colorimetry and brightness setting for the array as a whole This opti
73. out of the MicroTiles matches the physical installation Users are able to arrange change the configuration and view the results via the on screen layout of the software For more information go to www microtiles com and click on MicroTiles Designer User Interface Overview MicroTiles incorporate two basic user interface systems the On Screen Display OSD and the Web User Interface WebUl which both come standard with the ECU For the most part the OSD and WebUl contain the same features and functionality However the WebUI is faster to operate but requires an Ethernet connection a PC with web browser and an Adobe Flash Player Plug in Additionally the WebUI enables you to update the firmware firmware FPGA and select individual tiles where the OSD does not The OSD is accessed via the R100 Remote Control For more information about the OSD see R100 Remote Control on page 31 and Using the On Screen Display OSD on page 35 For more information about the WebUl see Using the Web User Interface WebUI on page 41 Each interface provides access to MicroTiles configuration control and diagnostics tools Purchase Record and Service Contacts Whether the MicroTiles are under warranty or the warranty has expired Christie s highly trained and extensive factory and dealer service network is always available to quickly diagnose and correct tile malfunctions Complete service manuals and updates are available for the MicroTiles Should
74. ower rating of 3 61mWwW 400 700nM Electrical Shock Hazard Always power down and disconnect disengage all power sources to the tiles before servicing or cleaning Read and understand all product safety labels before installing operating this product The volume air directly behind each tile must not exceed the maximum operating temperature of the tile which is 40 C 104 F A minimum 2 50mm gap must be left at the back of each tile to ensure proper air flow and cooling Each tile has a maximum cooling load of 110W 375 BTUs hr per tile when operating with brightness and color matching disabled each LED operating at maximum drive level For detailed information on airflow requirements see Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx How Micro Tiles Work The self contained mechanical and optical design allows multiple tiles to be stacked together into an array of any size or configuration Custom electronics allow the array to be completely self configuring without any external hardware The video signal to be displayed is fed into the array via an External Control Unit ECU This signal is buffered and converted into a high speed five Gbps serial stream and relayed to every tile in the array Each tile captures a portion of the image and applies scaling as required which results in a single picture The ECU also acts as the main system controller and coordinates with all connected t
75. r ACAUTION any of the covers are loosened or removed Maintaining the cleanliness of all internal components during any service procedure is critical A MINIMUM amount of cleaning if any is required during and after servicing Cleaning Inside Screen Surface Applies to S100 S200 and S300 S310 Use a dry clean soft cloth with a low lint count to remove any specks from the back of the Fresnel If absolutely necessary use clean filtered compressed air to remove any loose particles O Typically dirt on the back of the Fresnel appears as a defect on the screen Cleaning Outside Screen Surface Specific to S100 and S300 S310 To clean the front surface of the S100 S300 or 5310 screen spray Windex or an equivalent window cleaner onto a clean cloth and gently wipe the screen surface Use a dry clean soft cloth to remove any streaks DO NOT spray cleaner directly onto the screen surface If absolutely necessary use Clean filtered compressed air to remove any loose particles Specific to S200 Avoid using window cleaning sprays kitchen scouring compounds solvents such as NOTICE acetone gasoline benzene alcohol carbon tetrachloride or lacquer thinner These can scratch and deteriorate the screen surface To remove light dust from the front surface of the S200 screen use a feather duster or similar For heavier dirt stains from fingers etc wash the surface with a mild soap solution in lukewarm water using a clean soft
76. ra documentazione sul prodotto Si prega di leggere tutte le istruzioni prima di utilizzare questo prodotto o sottoporlo a manutenzione ORYA2AYVELOMRIRDLIOKFaARAY LOBAO CD CHHEANMTCWET CDU IIB INO WAV HaryVeMMObM WET COMMeHALEO RESETA AIC PCOPREBRAS FAV o EAS WAR ALS ol HAY SAY cagA ASIF ol co AE 7 AS ABA AEPA YS SUSU Ol MBS ASSL SESH Hol SE zl aS sol st NS Copias traduzidas deste documento s o fornecida no CD contido na parte de tr s deste documento O CD pode conter documenta o adicional do produto Leia todas as instru es antes de usar ou prestar servi o com este produto MepeBo4A AaHHoro A0KyMeHTa NpeACTaBNeH Ha KomnaKT 4MCKe Ha ODOPpoTHO CTOPoHe AOKyMeHTa KomnaKT AMCK MOMKET Take COME PKaTb AONOMHUTE IbHYHO AOKYMeHTaL mito NO npoAyKTy MNepea ucnonb30BaHuem nnn OOCAYKUBAHNeM NPOAYKTa O3HAKOMbTECb CO BCEMN VHCTPyKUMAMN Las copias traducidas de este documento se proporcionan en el CD que se encuentra en la parte trasera En el CD tambi n puede encontrar documentaci n adicional del producto Lea todas las instrucciones antes de utilizar o realizar el mantenimiento de este producto NepekKna4eHi ekx3emnnapu LUboro AOKYMeHTa MICTATbCA Ha KOMNaKT 1MCKY AKN AOAAHO AO LibOro 10KymeHTa Ha KomnaKT A1MCKY MOMXe TaKox yT AOAATKOBa AOKYMeHTauia 0 Bnpo0y Nepw Hix KOpucTyBaTuUCA BUpobom abo Moro ObcANyroByBaTu npoynTa Te Bci IHCTpyKuil CHRISTIE Table of Contents Product Overview siria ia dar eRe AAA A
77. ray configuration must be enabled in order for this function to work For details see Automatic Array Configuration on page 51 System Master Input Source Properties If necessary click Refresh to scan the properties of the input source detected by the ECU The input source properties include DVI Clock Detected must state true in order to view video content on the tiles When this input reads false check the connection between the ECU s and the video source and try again 44 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation e Input Stable indicates the stability of the input source If this field states false ensure the video source is operating and ensure the video file is not corrupt Active Resolution displays the width and height of the array in pixels e Frame Rate displays the frames per second of the incoming video Display Window These settings are only applied to the global video source of the master ECU NOTICE Adjusting the display window settings changes the capture size of the active input window The X Offset Y Offset Width and Height values are expressed as a percentage of the active input where the top left of the array represents 0 0 The sum of X Offset and Width must be gt to 0 and less than 100 The sum of Y Offset and Height must be gt to O and less than 100 Once the changes you require have been made click Apply to set the current configuration Customize Ex
78. rray Configuration is set to Enabled 3 To force an array reconfiguration manually click Reconfigure Array For details see Automatic Array Configuration on page 51 To set the XY offsets 1 From the WebuUl select Source Management gt Size and Position 2 Set the X Offset to O the Y Offset to O the X Width to 1 and the Y Width to 1 the default settings 3 Ensure the display window is set correctly For details see Advanced Tile Image Alignment on page 56 Extra pixels ghosting Sharpness setting is too high Set sharpness to 50 For details see Canvas Image Settings on page 54 Hardware errors Problem Solution One or more tiles do not power up Power cycle the entire array using the switch on the power bar If the power cabling is accessible power cycle the failing tile and any tiles downstream from it by disconnecting the daisy train and try to power up the tile again 78 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHRISTIE Problem Fan failure LED over temperature shutdown LED temperature warning Tile ECU added or removed WebUI Errors Problem Cannot assign IP address using DHCP static IP assignment Cannot connect to WebUI System not responding Unmapped tiles found Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Troubleshooting Solution A fan failure likely occurs if the fan is defective or degraded or if the fan connector is loose If the
79. s only on one tile in an array of multiple tiles however when Tile Properties and Tile Firmware Versions are selected from the Status menu the information is displayed on each of the tiles For a description of the same controls accessible from the WebUl see Status Menu on page 70 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 39 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE 1 Source Management External Control Unit Status ECU Software Versions 5 armas Mananni 1 ECU Solware Versions FPGA Version 0 0004 003076 2 Caras Managomen 3 Configuration 2 ECU Propertias Saus Bart Properties Tiles Status 1 External Control Unit IP Address 19 166 228 15 1 Tie Sohan versions 2 Tiles 2 Tile Properties Tile Software Versions Firmware Versic FPGA verson 71 07 0408 Light Engine version 1 00 00013 OSD Help Menu This menu provides additional support for the OSD menu system The About MicroTiles OSD Firmware selection provides firmware license information Select Using Help to access the online help files 1 Source Management Help 2 Canvas Management 1 About Microtiles OSD Software 3 Configuration 4 Status 40 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Using the Web User Interface WebUI In addition to using the OSD MicroTiles can also be controlled remotely typically at a controller such as a PC via a WebUI on an Ethernet network If there are concerns about network
80. security run the WebUI on a local area network only and install a firewall Recommended System Requirements e 1 6 GHz Intel Atom CPU e 1 GB RAM e Graphics adapter with 1024 x 768 resolution must support application window size of 800 x 600 e Ethernet connection minimum recommended speed of 1 5 Mbps Supported operating system such as e Microsoft Windows XP or Vista e MAC OS X Leopard e Linux Supported web browser such as e Microsoft Internet Explorer version 7 or higher e Apple Safari version 3 or higher e Mozilla Firefox version 3 or higher e Adobe Flash Player Plug In 9 or higher Christie MicroTiles User Manual 41 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE WebUl Menu Tree Navigating the WebUl Users are prompted to log in upon start up Use admin for both the user name and password Each screen available through the WebUl has the same top toolbar from which the following can be done e Select and setup an active input source e Manipulate the appearance of video content i e size position color sharpness e Select between video and OSD display modes e Perform firmware upgrades 42 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation e Display a test pattern e Array configuration e View system information and alerts e View current time and date e Access online help WebUI Source Management Menu This menu allows users to manually or automaticall
81. set all ECUs Upgrade the firmware on all other ECUs Upgrade the firmware on all MicroTiles Reset all ECUs Reset all MicroTiles E ae eS Click Status gt System Information and verify the Application Version field reflects the upgrade The Reset All Tiles and ECUs selection is not available until all MicroTiles and ECU s are NOTICE upgraded to the latest firmware version During the initial upgrade use Configuration gt Power gt Reset gt ECUs Hardware Upgrades Upgrading the Field Programmable Gate Array FPGA It is recommended that the FPGA hardware upgrade be performed at the same time as a firmware upgrade 64 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation 1 Upgrade the MicroTiles FPGA a From the WebUI select Configuration from the top menu bar and then Firmware Upgrade gt Tiles b Select FPGA and then locate the firmware upgrade file on your PC Click Open to initiate the upgrade C FPGA hardware upgrades take approximately three minutes to complete for a single tile or 35 minutes for 100 connected tiles Adobe Flash Player Plug In version 9 0 must be installed in order to initiate upgrades if you are using Windows Adobe Flash Player Plug In version 10 0 or higher is required if using Mac or Linux d To complete the upgrade reset the ECU To reset the ECU select Configuration from the top menu bar and then Power gt Reset gt ECUs 2 Up
82. sive force is used with the removal of screens and installation of vertical screws c Problems caused by combination of the equipment with non Christie equipment such as distribution systems cameras video tape recorders etc or use of the equipment with any non Christie interface device d Damage caused by misuse improper power source accident fire flood lightning earthquake or other natural disaster e Damage caused by improper installation alignment or by equipment modification if by other than Christie service personnel or a Chris tie authorized service provider f Failure due to normal wear and tear g Damage due to operating beyond the products specified environment This product is designed to operate in an environment of 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F and a relative humidity between 35 to 85 non condensing h MicroTiles are ideal for indoor high ambient light environments Avoid setting up the arrays in environments where the module temper ature exceeds 50 C 122 F This is especially true when exposing the screens to direct sunlight Layers of the screen assembly will delami nate if exposed to environments where this temperature is exceeded Prolonged exposure to UV radiation including direct sunlight may result in degradation of screen performance over time i MicroTiles are not weatherproof and should only be used outdoors if contained in an environmentally controlled enclosure that meets the operating req
83. store SNMP Restore Factory Settings Save amp Restore Settings When saving all applicable settings will be saved to file When restoring unchecked items will not be restored to the ECU EDID ECU Priority image Settings Display Window Canvas image Settings Mullion Sharpness Uniformity Color and Luminance Settings Christie MicroTiles User Manual 67 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP SNMP enables network administrators to monitor their network devices from a single location The MicroTiles SNMP application enables you to monitor one or more MicroTiles installations The following section outlines the SNMP WebUl configuration options For information on the MicroTiles Object Identifiers OIDs refer to the MIB files SNMP System Information The System Information screen contains the system information settings which includes Contact Information System Name and System Location If necessary click Refresh to query the system for the current settings When making any changes always click Apply to save the settings Note that the Contact Information field can accommodate a maximum of 128 characters and the System Name System Location fields can accommodate 32 characters aR A II PE SP BTN E E I E E FB e cati n Christie Digital Lobby SNMP Communication Setup Setting up SNMP communication includes specifying the SNMP community strings and trap IP addr
84. supplied video signal is properly displayed across the entire array For more complex arrays multiple ECUs can be used The ECU is able to communicate with all tiles in the array and with any other ECU using Christie s proprietary HSSL interface Each tile and ECU has a unique IP address allowing full communication between tiles and ECUs across the network The address of each tile is assigned using DHCP For more information see Connecting Sources on page 22 In a multiple ECU array one ECU acts as the master ECU while all remaining ECUs act as slave ECUs Multiple master ECUs can occur when an array is powered up with more than one ECU attached On Start up all ECUs assume they are the master ECU and begin the self organization process When two ECUs encounter each other one of the ECUs Is chosen to be the master ECU If immediately prior to 4 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Product Overview the last power down one of the two ECUs had been acting as the master ECU and the other as slave ECU then the unit last identified as the master ECU remains identified as such If both ECUs or neither had been the master ECU then the next level of priority is based on firmware revision where the ECU with the newest firmware takes precedence A sophisticated external software application is also available to clients which provides a graphical method of viewing the installation where the on screen lay
85. t All 3 From the Set Display Mode list select from Video OSD or OSD Unscaled with Overscan In order to display internal test patterns Display Mode must be set to OSD or OSD Unscaled with Overscan OSD is the preferred mode if checking mechanical alignment or electronic geometry alignment 4 From the Set Test Pattern list select which type of test pattern to display Choices include Solid Color Color Bars Grayscale Checkerboard Checkerboard Inverted Grid 13 Point Optical When using the Solid Color test pattern select a specific color to use from the Color fly out menu 5 If necessary adjust the width and height of the test pattern by clicking on the up down arrow keys or enter a specific value in the designated fields Width and height values are only valid for the Checkerboard Checkerboard Inverted and Grid test patterns 6 To return to displaying video content ensure Video is selected from the Set Display Mode list Christie MicroTiles User Manual 57 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE Wire Map This screen displays a wire map of the array in textual form gt CANVAS MANAGEMENT gt Layout gt Wire Map gt Display Mode gt Layout gt MO gt Canvas Settings p Diagnostics and Calibration b Christie MicroTiles Wire Map a 192 168 228 150 ECU 0000 HSSL2 gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top gt 001 0000 0000 Bot 001 0000 0000 Top
86. t to place includes three grilles between each column Mounting Bracket 123 107109 xx MicroTiles Mounting Bracket two pack One required for every tile that is added to rows six and above in an array Discontinued Parts Part Number Part Description Date Notes Discontinued 123 102104 xx MicroTiles Screen S100 Sept 30 2011 five year support policy 123 124108 xx MicroTiles Screen S200 Sept 30 2011 five year support policy 123 104106 xx Setup Kit Dec 1 2011 Replaced by Y Cord Kit P N 123 122106 xx O It is possible to install S100 S200 and 5300 5310 screens in the same array since the physical dimensions and attachment features are identical however in most applications the optical difference between the screens will be apparent especially when viewed at a wide angle It is strongly recommended that only one screen type is used in a single array The items in this table list a sample bill of materials for a floor mounted 9x9 Christie MicroTiles array which in this example consists of 81 tiles and three ECUs Part Number Part Description Qty Calculation Notes 123 001102 xx MicroTiles Display Unit D100 81 123 124108 xx MicroTiles Screen S300 81 One per display unit 123 101103 xx MicroTiles ECU E100 3 The number of ECUs is a design choice and affects the maximum content resolution of the display For help in determining the number of ECUs access the online calculator at www microtiles com 123 103105 xx MicroTiles User K
87. tended Display Identification Data EDID To access the editor from the WebUI click Source Management gt Customize EDID from the top menu bar Customize EDID allows you to create a custom video resolution to send to the graphics card The default settings are 1920 horizontal pixels x 1200 vertical lines at a vertical frame rate of 59 94 Hz If you want to restore the default values click Restore This feature can be used for one or more ECUs You can select one and adjust the settings or click Select All to change the settings for more than one ECU 1 Click Load File beside the Update Using ASCII File field if using an ASCII file provided by Christie 2 Click Restore beside the Restore Default EDID Values if the ECU cannot detect or display a good video source This can occur when connecting different types of input sources to the ECU which can cause the EDID information to be incorrect The EDID editor consists of three customizable elements e Horizontal Size Use the scroll bar or the up down arrow keys to adjust the horizontal size of the display The minimum value is 720 and the maximum value is 4088 The default is 1920 The minimum increment is 001 e Vertical Size Use the scroll bar or the up down arrow keys to adjust the vertical size of the display The minimum value is 540 and the maximum value is 4095 The default is 1200 The minimum increment is 001 e Frame Rate Use the scroll bar or the up down arrow keys to adjust the
88. the ECUs connected to the master ECU For information on how to upgrade the firmware see Upgrading Main Firmware on page 60 1 Click Status gt System Information from the top menu bar 2 Select External Control Unit from the available screen selections Each of the master and slave ECUs connected to the array are listed in the spreadsheet The master ECU will always state true in the System Master column Whichever ECU you are currently logged into will appear highlighted in the spreadsheet 3 Select the ECU from the spreadsheet and click Generate Log s 70 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation GENERATE LOG s Tis Fret Appice Fan rpm Temperatun Status 4 To view the ECU logs click Log Viewer This will populate a new window in Windows Explorer containing the master ECU error logs which are used for technical support to troubleshoot any problems occurring with the master ECU System Information Tiles 1 Select Status gt System Information from the top menu bar 2 Select Tiles from the available screen selections The spreadsheet that appears provides users with system status information for each of the tiles used in the array Users are able to gain information on either the brightness values of the LED sensors runtime values and CRC values of the selected tile by selecting a Tile from the spreadsheet section and by clicking the Read buttons
89. the assembly tool from the top of the tiles and hand tighten the three vertical screws to mount the tile to the feet DO NOT completely tighten the screws at this point to allow for adjustments O e Do not use power tools to tighten the vertical screws e Do not use the vertical screws as anchors to hang the array Install a screen onto the tile For details see Unpack Screens on page 19 and Install Screens on page 20 Use the screens to visually check the horizontal and vertical alignment between each tile If 14 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Installation and Setup needed use the vertical and horizontal screws to make adjustments Temporarily remove the screen in order to allow another tile to be added to the row Ensure all latches UE are open before assembling the array 5 Assemble the next tile in the array to a center leveling foot only Using the assembly tool hand tighten the two vertical screws to attach the tile to the center foot Do not completely tighten the screws to allow for adjustments 6 Place the second tile inline with the previous tile 7 Using the assembly tool hand tighten the vertical screw on the second tile to attach it to the center foot of the previous tile Ensure all latches are open before l assembling the array 8 Install a screen onto both tiles For details see Unpack Screens on page 19 and Install Screens on page 20 Use the screens to
90. thin the OSD menu system When the OSD is activated it appears on the top left tile in Mit a mapped array and anywhere if the array is unmapped All other tiles in the array remain on video With the Main menu displayed either use the arrow keys on the remote to highlight the desired option and press Enter or use the number keypad on the remote o Heip to make the corresponding selection The corresponding menu will appear To scroll through a list of items use the up down arrow keys Press Exit once to return to the previous level of options Press Menu at any time to return to the Main menu For a detailed overview see OSD Menu Tree on page 85 3 Configuration 4 Status OSD Source Management Menu This menu allows users to enable and disable the active input source view and edit the properties of the active input source and display window and adjust image brightness color temperature contrast gamma and sharpness Press Menu from the remote and use the arrow keys to highlight Source Management from the Main menu Press Enter to access the menu selections For quick access to this menu press Menu and then 1 For a detailed description of the same controls accessible from the WebUl see WebUI Source Management Menu on page 43 36 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation 2 Canvas Management A 4 Slalus 5 Help Source Management Input Source Properties Size and Position a a IV C
91. time the array is disassembled and shipped 2 Open the handle on the screen removal tool and gently place it in the center of the screen 3 Carefully push the screen removal tool towards the screen using moderate pressure no more than five lbs 2 27 kg 4 Close the handle on the screen removal tool to apply suction 5 Carefully lift the screen from the work surface 6 Pull the screen tether out from the top of the tile housing and hook it into the locking latch on the screen The tether ensures the screen does not fall tf subjected to excessive force vibrations x ta TY Es 7 hb Ensure screen tether is secured before A completely installing screen 7 Line up the two mounting holes on the screen with the two pins on the tile and carefully press onto the tile Magnets on the housing secure the screen to the tile 20 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Installation and Setup Remove Screens e Excessive force and or repeated screen removal may damage the screen NOTICE e Ensure the surface of the screen removal tool is clean and free of debris to avoid damaging the screen 1 Open the handle on the screen removal tool and gently place it in the center of the screen 2 Carefully push the screen removal tool towards the screen using moderate pressure no more than 5 lbs 2 27 kg 3 Close the handle on the screen removal tool to apply suction 4
92. tructure anytime the array is two rows or higher to prevent tipping and provide stability Ensure the surface underneath the array is flat before installing the leveling feet NOTICE The leveling feet are used when constructing an array two rows or higher to bolt the array down to prevent tipping and to level and tilt small arrays The leveling feet come equipped with machined Christie MicroTiles User Manual 13 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Installation and Setup CHXISTIE points for bolting the array down however fastening hardware is not supplied Use either M6 or 1 4 hardware Follow all local safety standard and regulations when bolting the array y Center Leveling Foot Left Leveling Foot Right Leveling Foot Ss a A L J Assemble First Row e When installing an array without leveling feet ensure the surface is flat Do not install vertical screws in the bottom row of installations without leveling feet e t is advised that when an array is set up near a wall to connect the cables row by row When setting up an array where the back is exposed first setup the entire array and then connect the wires For details see Cable Routing on page 21 1 Open the latch on the top of the first MicroTile 2 Assemble the first tile in the array to a left and center leveling foot Insert the three vertical screws that are shipped with the MicroTiles into the three positions indicated in the image below Detach
93. ts for bolting the array down to a base however the hardware is not supplied Use M6 or 1 4 hardware and follow all local safety standards and regulations when bolting the array Open the latch on top of the MicroTile Place the MicroTile on top of the first tile in the bottom row Never build from the center out Push the tile back until the front edge aligns with the front edge of the tile below it Tighten the three vertical alignment rods with the assembly tool Do not completely tighten at this point to allow for adjustments Continue to add the remaining tiles to the second row and repeat step 4 for every tile added to the second row Once the second row is in place use the assembly tool to completely tighten the vertical screws Failure to properly tighten the vertical screws and horizontal adjustment screws causes the tiles to be misaligned To avoid damaging the vertical screws do not overtighten them Do not use power tools to NOTICE install the vertical screws 7 Itis recommended that horizontal adjustment screws be installed on all other rows when assembling an array higher than three rows For arrays that are three rows or less it is not Christie MicroTiles User Manual 17 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE necessary however if you require fine seam optimization horizontal adjustment screws are recommended on all rows 8 Place a straight edge along the four interface pads
94. uirements of the product PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Preventative maintenance is an important part of the continued and proper operation of your Christie MicroTiles Please see the Main tenance section of the User Manual for specific maintenance items Failure to perform maintenance as required and in accordance with the maintenance schedule specified by Christie will void the warranty Addendum Translated copies of this document are provided on the CD in the back of this document The CD may also contain additional product documentation Read all instructions before using or servicing this product ASA AA EAS CRS ATE CD EFE te 1 CD H Nn fea S HAr i 2 To BAENA m lt RA IATA DCP Be ECER te PRS ASSO PP AY ee gt dE ROCA A Be IM Eo SF gt BA 7 Boal A ERA H BS EAS E m e Le CD au dos de ce document contient des traductions de celui ci dans diff rentes langues Ce CD peut galement contenir de la documentation suppl mentaire sur le produit Lisez toutes les instructions avant d utiliser ou d entretenir ce produit Ubersetzte Versionen dieses Dokuments werden auf der CD auf dem Vorsatzblatt dieses Dokuments bereitgestellt Die CD kann auch zus tzliche Produktdokumentation enthalten Bitte lesen Sie diese Anweisungen vor der Verwendung dieses Produkts oder vor der Ausf hrung von Wartungsarbeiten am Produkt Le copie tradotte di questo documento sono fornite sul CD sul retro di questo documento Il CD potrebbe anche contenere alt
95. ut and Design Before an array is constructed it is important to plan the design layout of the canvas to make sure that ECU placement and the cabling layout supports the overall canvas design objectives MicroTiles offers considerable flexibility in terms of the number of media sources that can be displayed and the overall resolution For more information see the Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx Color and brightness matching as well as certain other functions may be performed across an entire canvas For details see Adjust Image Settings on page 43 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 11 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Installation and Setup CHRISTIE Required Tools and Hardware For every MicroTiles system you will need display units screens one per display unit External Control Units ECUs a User Kit a Y cord Kit and line cords This combination provides some of the tools and hardware shown in the illustration below For a complete overview of the available kits see Order Guide on page 5 Local or national regulations may not allow the use of Y cords and may require an alternative method of power distribution such as standard individual line cords for each tile or power bars This may include Japan China Korea and others For details see Power Distribution on page 24 and the Christie MicroTiles Specification and Application Guide P N 020 100334 xx 1 e 2 3 4 e A y A
96. vary depending on conditions beyond Christie s control such as maintenance of the product in proper working conditions Performance specifications are based on infor mation available at the time of printing The equipment is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components that can 1 be recycled and reused This symbol Y means that electrical and electronic equipment at their end of life should be disposed of sepa rately from regular waste Please dispose of this equipment appropriately and according to local regulations In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic products Please help us to conserve the environment we live in WARRANTY MicroTiles are a versatile product and can be used in a wide variety of creative customer applications However MicroTiles have some lim itations which need to be considered to avoid inappropriate uses of the product The MicroTiles warranty does not cover inappropriate uses of the product For complete information about Christie s limited warranty please contact your Christie Dealer In addition to the other limitations that may be specified in Christie s limited warranty the warranty does not cover a Damage occurring during shipment in either direction b MicroTiles are lightweight and relatively easy to move and install However wear and tear may occur if the product is repeatedly assem bled and disassembled especially if exces
97. viewing distance e Tile Uniformity Uniformity correction is enabled by default and ensures the light source in the center of the tile known as the hot spot is dimmed to ensure brightness is uniform e Sharpness Use the Sharpness scroll bar or the up down arrows to adjust sharpness levels 54 Christie MicroTiles User Manual 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 CHAISTIE Operation Advanced Canvas Settings Advanced Tile Color and Luminance MicroTiles are designed for automatic image alignment and color matching Overriding NOTICE individual settings is not recommended and should only be performed following proper training The advanced features of tile color and luminance enables advanced users to manually adjust color uniformity 1 To access the Tile Color and Luminance screen select the Canvas Management menu and then Canvas Settings gt Advanced gt Tile Color and Luminance 2 Ensure tiles are selected To do this either click Select All or select the tiles manually from the Tile Schematic section of the screen Hold the Shift key down to make multiple selections 3 Click Clear to turn the display white 4 Ensure the tiles are in OSD mode For details refer to Select a Display Mode on page 47 5 Click Identify A black dot will appear on each of the selected tiles 6 Adjust the RGB and luminance settings as needed using the scroll bars or the arrow keys 7 Click Apply to see the changes take mn effect The first time you
98. w keys to 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 to avoid light areas from becoming fully white i e crushed Low contrast causes dim images Press Enter to apply changes Brightness Increases or decreases the black level in the image Use the Left Right Arrow keys to reach the desired level of brightness For best results start high and decrease so that dark areas do not become fully black i e crushed Overly high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images Press Enter to apply changes Gamma Determines how gray shades are displayed between minimum input black and maximum input white for a given amount of signal The proper setting helps maintain optimized blacks and whites while ensuring a smooth transition for the in between values utilized in grays Unlike brightness and contrast controls the overall tone of an image can be lightened or darkened without changing the two extremes The images will be more vibrant with good detail in dark areas when using the Gamma control The nominal setting for Gamma Correction is 2 22 for most signals and conditions If excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to see details in dark areas increase the gamma correction setting to compensate Once the desired gamma level is established press Enter to apply the changes
99. y select and setup an active input source This includes setting up the size and position of the display window and adjusting image settings The only video input source compatible with MicroTiles is DVI D Source Management Image Settings Size and Position Customize EDID O The maximum input resolution supported per ECU is 1920 x 1200 60Hz Adjust Image Settings To access the Image Settings screen click Source Management gt Image Settings from the top menu bar This screen enables users to manually adjust the image contrast brightness and gamma of the ECU video input 1 Either click Select All to select each ECU connected to the array or click on a specific ECU from the spreadsheet If necessary click Refresh to update the spreadsheet O The master ECU has the highest priority number 2 To manually change the Brightness Contrast and Gamma settings use either the scroll bar or the up down arrow keys to change the value 3 Click Apply to send the changes to the ECU s and view the results on the tiles Christie MicroTiles User Manual 43 020 100329 12 Rev 1 04 2014 Operation CHAISTIE Change Size and Position of Video Content To access the Size and Position screen click Source Management gt Size and Position from the top menu bar This screen enables users to manually adjust the X Y offsets and the width and height of the display to accommodate the particular application Automatic ar

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