Christie Digital Systems Ds+4k, 8k, Dlv1400-dx, Mirage S+2k, 4k, 8k Users Manual

							User’s Manual 
Table of Contents  
 
NOTE: Due to continuing research, all information in this manual is subject to change without notice. 
013-100015 (02/05)
 Software v1.0  User’s Manual  
1.1 Projector Overview ......................................................................................... 1-1 
1.2 Components..................................................................................................... 1-2 
1.3  Purchase Record and Servicing....................................................................... 1-2 
 
2.1 Quick Setup ..................................................................................................... 2-1 
2.2 Installation Considerations .............................................................................. 2-3 
2.3 Connecting Sources....................................................................................... 2-12 
2.4 Connecting Communications ........................................................................ 2-15 
2.5  System Integration – GPIO Connector.......................................................... 2-17 
2.6 Power Connection ......................................................................................... 2-17 
 
3.1  About the Projector  .......................................................................................  3-1 
3.2  Using the Remote or Built-in Keypad ............................................................. 3-3 
3.3  Navigating the Menus ................................................................................... 3-10 
3.4  Using Inputs and Channels............................................................................ 3-14 
3.5  Adjusting the Image ...................................................................................... 3-19 
3.6  Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls ................................. 3-34 
3.7 Working with the Lamp  ............................................................................... 3-44 
3.8  Status Menu .................................................................................................  3-47 
3.9  3D Images (Mirage Only) ............................................................................. 3-48 
3.10 Using Multiple Projectors ............................................................................. 3-57 
3.11  Remote Control of the Projector  .................................................................. 3-66 
3.12 Error Conditions............................................................................................ 3-67 
 
4.1  Warnings and Safety Guidelines ..................................................................... 4-1 
4.2  Cleaning and Maintenance Guide ................................................................... 4-4 
4.3  Replacing Remote Batteries ............................................................................ 4-5 
4.4  Lamp and Filter Replacement ......................................................................... 4-5 
4.5  Replacing the Projection Lens......................................................................... 4-9 
 
5.1 Displays........................................................................................................... 5-1 
5.2 Lamp .............................................................................................................. 5-3 
5.3 Ethernet ........................................................................................................... 5-3 
 
6.1 Specifications .................................................................................................. 6-1  
Appendix A: Glossary ............................................................................................... A-1 
Appendix B: Keypad Reference .................................................................................B-1 
Appendix C: Serial Communications .........................................................................C-1 
Appendix D: Throw Distance .................................................................................... D-1 
Appendix E: System Integration ................................................................................ E-1 
Appendix F: Optional Input Modules......................................................................... F-1 
 
1 INTRODUCTION 
2 INSTALLATION & 
SETUP 
3 OPERATION 
4 MAINTENANCE 
5 TROUBLESHOOTING 
6 SPECIFICATIONS 
APPENDICES  
						

							Section 1 
Introduction  
 
     
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Christie DS+4K/8K and Mirage S+2K/4K/8K are professional 3-chip projectors based 
on next-generation Digital Light 
Processing (DLP) technology by Texas 
Instruments. These projectors are 
compatible with standard international 
video formats and can interface with IBM
-
compatible PC, Macintosh computers and 
workstations. All models deliver high-
brightness, high-resolution, and high-quality 
images. Christie DS+4K/8K, projectors are 
an ideal choice in boardrooms, recreation 
facilities and auditoriums.  
Mirage S+2K/4K/8K projectors provide a 
powerful combination of SXGA+ 
resolution, high brightness and high contrast ratios to produce flawless, realistic three-
dimensional graphic images for simulation, virtual reality and other stereographic 
related applications.  
The DLV1400-DX is designed for the demands of 24/7 control room applications and 
provides long term reliability and performance. 
Key Features: 
• Native SXGA+ resolution (1400 x 1050, fully scaleable)  
• Internal scaling of stereo signals (Mirage models) 
• 10-bit video processing 
• Built-in multi-standard video decoder 
• Display of NTSC, PAL and SECAM video input 
• User replaceable Cermax
 Xenon lamp 
• LiteLOC for constant brightness 
• Motorized lens mount for all models except DLV1400-DX 
• Auto-setup feature 
• Integrated ChristieNET 
• Networking ability through RS232 and RS422 connectors 
• Status LED display on built-in keypad for easy projector status monitoring 
• Control with IR, wired or built-in keypad 
 
Refer to Section 6 for a complete list of Specifications including Brightness and 
Contrast. 
1.1   Projector 
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The projector accepts data/graphics and video input signals for projection onto front 
or rear flat screens. High brightness light is generated by an internal Xenon lamp then 
modulated by three DMD (digital micromirror device) panels that provide digitized 
red, green or blue color information. Light from the “on” pixels of each panel is 
reflected, converged and then projected to the screen through a single front lens, 
where all pixels are perfectly superimposed as a sharp full-color image (2D or 3D for 
Mirage models only). 
 
The following listed items are shipped with your projector. Ensure you have received 
all these items before using your projector. 
• User’s Manual  
• IR remote keypad (includes two, 1.5V AA batteries and a mini-stereo cable for 
conversion to wired) 
• Line cord  
• Stereo 3D Cable  
• Warranty Card 
 
Whether the projector is under warranty or the warranty has expired, Christie’s highly 
trained and extensive factory and dealer service network is always available to quickly 
diagnose and correct projector malfunctions. Service manuals and updates are 
available to service technicians for all projectors. 
If you encounter any problems with the projector and require assistance, contact your 
dealer or Christie Digital Systems. Fill out the information in the table below and keep 
with your records for future reference.  
Purchase Record 
Dealer:   
Dealer Phone Number: 
Projector Serial Number: 
Purchase Date: 
Installation Date, if applicable: 
NOTE: The serial number can be found on the license label, which is located at the back of the projector. 
 
You can also register your product on-line by visiting www.christiedigital.com ⇒ 
Service and Support ⇒ Product Registration. This will keep you in touch with all 
the latest product information, such as updates, technical bulletins, downloads and 
Christie newsletters.   How the 
projector works 
1.2   Components 
1.3   Purchase 
 Record and 
 Servicing    
						

							Section 2 
Installation & Setup  
 
 
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The instructions provided here are for those that are familiar with the projector and 
wish to quickly set it up and use it temporarily. Refer to the remaining subsections of 
this manual for a more complete setup. 
Install a Projection Lens  
The projection lens is shipped separately from the projector and must be installed 
prior to setting up the projector. Install the projection lens as described in 4.5 
Replacing the Projection Lens. 
 Remove the lens plug from the lens opening in the projector before installing the 
lens.  
 Remove the lens when shipping the projector and reuse the lens plug to prevent 
dust and debris from entering and settling on the projector’s optical components. 
Position the Projector 
Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface and position it so that it is perpendicular 
to the screen at a suitable distance. In general, the further back the projector is 
positioned from the screen, the larger the image will be.  
If required, you can level the projector by adjusting its three feet. With the projector 
positioned perpendicular to the screen the image will appear rectangular instead of 
keystoned.  
For more detailed instructions on positioning the projector refer to Projector Position 
and Mounting later in this section. 
Connect a Source 
Located at the back of the projector is the input panel where all source connections are 
made. Each input is clearly labeled for easy identification.  
Using the appropriate cable(s), connect your source. Connect RGB and YPbPr sources 
to 
INPUT 1 located in the upper right corner of the input panel. Use the DVI-I 
connector at 
INPUT 2 to connect analog or digital display signals. Connect composite 
video to 
INPUT 3 and S-video to INPUT 4. NOTE: One of the available optional input 
modules can be installed at 
INPUT 5 or INPUT 6 for additional connections. 
Refer to 2.3 Connecting Sources for more details on connecting a specific source. 
 
2.1   Quick Setup 
 Step 1  
 Step 2 
 Step 3  
						

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Connect the Line Cord 
The North American rated line cord is provided with each projector.  
Plug the line cord to the AC receptacle located on the right hand side of the projector 
and the 3-pronged end into a grounded AC outlet. The input voltage to the projector 
must be capable of 100 – 240 VAC in 500W and 1000W models and 200-240VAC in 
1200W models. (See also Section 6 – Specifications for complete details on all power 
requirements.) 
Use the approved North American-rated line cord supplied with the projector.  If you 
are connecting to an area outside of North America make sure you are using an 
appropriately rated line cord. 
Turn the Projector ON 
Press the 
 POWER button on either the remote or built-in keypad to turn the 
projector on. Wait a few minutes to allow the projector to warm up. The LED status 
window displays an active pattern of segments to indicate the projector is changing its 
state from powered down to powered up. The message “On” appears in the display 
when the projector has completed its initialization and is ready for use. 
Select a Source 
Press one of the input keys on the remote or built-in keypad to select and display the 
image for the source you connected in Step 3.  
Adjust Image 
Adjust the more common image settings, such as Brightness, Contrast, Gamma, 
Focus, Zoom etc. using the direct keys on the IR remote.  
 
You can also access the menu system and adjust these and other image settings by 
pressing 
Menu on the remote.  Ste
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Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether 
you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently you should take the 
following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally. 
Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor 
mount or inverted mount. 
Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
• Easy to set up 
• Can be moved or changed quickly 
• Easy to access • Shares floor space with audience 
 
Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
• Does not take up audience space 
• Projector is unobtrusive 
• Projector cannot be accidentally moved • Installation is more permanent 
• It is more difficult to access the projector 
 
Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
• Projector is completely hidden 
• Projector is easily accessed 
• Usually good ambient light rejection • Requires separate room 
• Installation cost is usually higher 
 
Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
• Projector is completely hidden 
• Usually good ambient light rejection • Requires separate room 
• Installation cost is usually higher 
 
Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
• Projector is completely hidden 
• Usually good ambient light rejection 
• Requires less space behind screen than 
other rear screen installations • Requires separate room 
• Installation cost is usually higher 
 
Front Screen Installations 
In front screen installations the projector and audience are positioned in front of the 
screen, which can be flat or curved. 
Flat screens are most recommended with this projector. They offer a gain of about 1 
with a viewing angle just less than 180°. This type of screen reflects incident light 
equally in all directions so the audience can see the display from various angles.  
Curved screens have a gain greater than 1 with a viewing angle much less than 180°. 
This type of screen does not reflect incident light equally in all directions instead it is 
2.2   Installation 
 Considerations 
 Installation type 
 Screen Type   
						

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concentrated in a viewing cone. The audience sitting within the viewing cone area will 
see a brighter image than those sitting just outside this area.  
 
 
Rear screen installations 
There are two basic types of rear screens: diffused and optical.  
A diffused screen has a surface, which spreads the light striking it. Purely diffused 
screens have a gain of less than 1. The main advantage of the diffused screen is its 
wide viewing angle, similar to that of a flat screen for front screen projection. This 
type of screen is suitable when a wide viewing angle is required but there is low 
ambient room lighting. 
Optical screens take light from the projector and redirect it to increase the light 
intensity at the front of the screen. This reduces it in other areas. A viewing cone, 
similar to that of a curved front screen installation is created. This type of screen is 
better suited for brightly lit rooms where the audience is situated within the viewing 
cone.  
Screen size 
Choose a screen size, which is appropriate for your lens and application. Keep in mind 
that if the projector will be used to display text information, the image size must allow 
the audience to recognize all text clearly. The eye usually sees a letter clearly if eye-
to-text distance is less than 150 times the height of the letter. Small text located too far 
from the eye will likely be illegible at a distance no matter how sharply and clearly it 
is displayed. 
To fill a screen with an image, the aspect ratio of the screen should be equal to the 
aspect ratio of the image (expressed as the ratio of its width to its height). Standard 
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output with a 4:3 aspect ratio onto a 10-foot (3m) high screen, the width of the screen 
must be at least 13.3feet (4m). 
The high brightness of this projector is well suited for locations where ambient 
lighting might be considered less than ideal for projection. A typical room with ceiling 
lights and windows rarely requires special attention. Contrast ratio in your images will 
be noticeably reduced only if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft of 
light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed 
out and less vibrant.  
In general, avoid or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. 
Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation: 
• Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the 
projector away from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in 
temperature may cause drifts in the projector circuitry, which may affect 
performance.  
• Keep the projector away from devices, which radiate electromagnetic energy 
such as motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide 
projectors, speakers, power amplifiers, elevators, etc.  
Choose the best screen size for the application. Since more magnification reduces 
brightness, use a screen size appropriate for the venue but not larger than required. 
Installing a large screen in a small room is similar to watching television at a close 
range; too large a screen can overpower a room and interfere with the overall effect. A 
good rule of thumb is to be no closer than 1.5 times the width of the screen. 
  
Throw distance 
Throw distance is the distance measured from your projector’s front feet to the screen. 
This is an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether 
or not you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if 
your image will be of the right size for your screen.  
You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the horizontal width of the 
screen and multiplying it by the lens throw ratio. The result of this calculation tells 
you roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen in order 
to project a focused image large enough to fill the screen.  For example, using a 0.73:1 
lens, throw distance would roughly be 0.73 x screen width. 
IMPORTANT: Once you determine the type of lens and screen size you’re going 
to use, calculate the precise throw distance using the formula or graphs located 
in Appendix D. Due to lens manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length, actual 
throw distance can vary 
±5% between lenses described as having the same throw 
ratio.   
Ambient Lighting 
 Other Considerations 
 
Projector Position and 
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Figure 2.1. Estimating Throw Distance 
Vertical and horizontal position  
The correct vertical and horizontal position of the projector in relation to the screen 
depends on the lens type and the screen size. Ideally, the projector should be 
positioned perpendicular to the screen. This way, the image will appear rectangular 
instead of keystoned (trapezoidal).  
The vertical position of the image can be offset – that is moved above or below the 
optical axis (lens center) by adjusting the fully motorized lens mount with the keypad. 
The amount of vertical offset available depends directly on the lens installed in the 
projector and can be slightly limited if horizontal offset has been applied. Vertical 
offset can also be expressed as the percent of half the image height OR the number of 
pixels of shift from lens center. Refer to Figure 2.2 for some illustrated examples of 
vertical offset.  
Table 2.1 along with Figure 2.3 show the maximum vertical offset of a lens or 
alternatively, how much of your projected image will appear above or below lens 
center if the maximum vertical offset is applied using that lens.  
Table 2.1. Lens Offsets   
%Pixels%Pixels%Pixels%Pixels0.73:1 fixed 37% +/-196 69% +/-721 22% +/-153 61% +/-853
1.45-1.8:1 zoom 100% +/-525 100% +/-1050 50% +/-350 75% +/-1050
1.8-2.5:1 zoom 100% +/-525 100% +/-1050 50% +/-350 75% +/-1050
2.5-4.5:1 zoom 100% +/-525 100% +/-1050 50% +/-350 75% +/-1050
4.5-7.3:1 zoom 100% +/-525 100% +/-1050 50% +/-350 75% +/-1050Maximum amount of 
projected image to one side 
of lens center Lens TypeVertical Offset              
(% of Half Height)Maximum amount of 
projected image above or 
below lens centerHorizontal Offset            
(% of Half Width)
 
% Offset =  # pixels of offset / half panel resolution x 100.