Christie Digital Systems Ds+5k, Kc-8k, Dw3k-6k, Kc, Mirage S+2-4-8k, Dlv1400-dx, Matrix 4000 Users Manual

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3D STEREO SYNC DELAY — Set when the L/R frames begin, defining the best 
reference point for synchronizing the display with your glasses. Proper adjustment of 
this delay should eliminate cross-talk and odd colors caused by timing differences 
between the glasses and the projected display. Use this slide bar only if the Mirage 3D 
Stereo Sync Cable is connected between the projector’s GPIO port and a server. Slide 
bar values indicate the number of lines that are delayed. 
FRAME LOCK ENABLE — This option allows the projector to control the output frame 
timing based on the input signal. The locked option forces (if possible) the output 
image to be phase locked to the input frames. Rate Matched means that the output 
runs at close to the input frequency but isn’t locked to it so the output will drift in 
phase relative to the output. Free Run forces the output to run at a 60Hz frame rate.  
NOTE: 1) See separate Using 3D in Mirage
 manual provided for additional 
information. 
WARP LATENCY — Requires optional ChristieTWIST module. See ChristieTWIST 
User’s Manual provided with the module. 
Advanced Image Settings continued 
— SUBMENU 
MOTION FILTER — 
This control is most useful for smoothing out moving images from 
interlaced sources. In most cases the proper Motion Filter setting is 
automatically determined according to the type of incoming source 
signal. However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing you may wish 
to “force” a setting to ensure stable processing for this source—if 
desired, override the default “Auto” setting by selecting the appropriate 
motion filter:  
1. 
AUTO: The projector will automatically use the correct motion filter according 
to the incoming signal. 
2. 
STILL: For static images with no motion, such as graphics from a CD. 
3. 
MOTION: For video images that did not originate from film, or for moving 
computer-generated images. 
4. 
FILM: For video images that originated from film. This will optimize image 
quality and stability. 
 
FILM MODE THRESHOLD — This setting determines how sensitively the projector can 
detect if an incoming video signal originated from film or not. It should not require 
adjustment. 
DETAIL THRESHOLD — Use “Detail Threshold” to define at what frequency level the 
“Detail” control will begin to magnify high frequencies, which adds details back into 
the image. Raise the threshold to ignore more of these high frequencies, and lower the 
threshold to magnify more of these frequencies. A setting of “0”, for example, means 
no noise will be ignored and all will be magnified. An ideal detail threshold is one in 
which high frequencies that are causing objectionable noise are not magnified when 
using “Detail”, but frequencies which can help sharpen an overly-soft image are 
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Use the Configuration menu 
to define general operating 
parameters and 
communications with other 
projectors and equipment, and 
to access other advanced 
processing and image 
adjustments affecting overall 
performance. In addition, the 
Configuration menu provides 
access to diagnostics, 
calibration tools and the 
Service submenu (password-
protected). 
Keep in mind that settings in the Configuration menu (and its submenus) are typically 
“global” settings applied regardless of the type of source your are using. This 
characteristic is identified with the 
 (globe) icon alongside the option. 
NOTE: The Configuration menu is recommended for experienced users/technicians 
only. 
The first six options in the Configuration menu are explained below: 
Language 
Choose from available languages to use in the projector’s menus. The change will 
take effect immediately. 
Image Orientation 
Set the orientation of the image according to the orientation of your projector. If the 
setting is incorrect, projected images will be reversed and/or upside down. 
Reserved 
No function. 
Auto Power-up 
Enter a checkmark to enable the projector to automatically power up after losing 
power due to a power failure or due to unplugging the projector during operation. 
Note that unsaved display adjustments may be lost. 
Set Date & Time 
Enter/read the current year-month-day and hour-minute-second. Changes here reset 
the projector’s real-time clock. 
3.6 Adjusting 
System 
Parameters and 
Advanced 
Controls 
 
 
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Menu Preferences — SUBMENU 
Adjust the appearance, content 
and/or location of on-screen 
menus and messages. 
LARGE MENU FONT — Enter a 
checkmark to enlarge menus and 
their text. You may have to adjust 
“Menu Location” to accommodate 
the increased menu area. 
MENU LOCATION — Use the pull-down list to choose a pre-defined default or 
customized location for the display of all on-screen menus.  
To create a custom menu location quickly, choose a preset that is closest to the desired 
location. Then adjust “Horizontal Shift” and “Vertical Shift” slide bars to move the 
menu to the desired location. Avoid locations too close to a corner or edge to prevent 
cropping of larger menus. 
HORIZONTAL SHIFT AND VERTICAL SHIFT — Shift your menus as desired, creating a 
customized menu location. 
DISPLAY CHANNEL LIST — Enter a checkmark if you want to see a scrollable channel 
list whenever you press 
Channel from your presentation. Channels marked with a list icon 
 in the Channel Setup menu will appear here. The “Display Channel List” option 
also enables on-screen feedback when using the Channel key. If you prefer to hide the 
channel list and input dialog box while switching channels and sources during a 
presentation, clear the checkbox. 
NOTE: The Channel List and input dialog box cannot be hidden during use of the 
menus. 
DISPLAY SLIDE BARS — Enter a checkmark to superimpose a small slide bar over the 
current image whenever an adjustable parameter is selected directly with a key such as 
Contrast or
 Bright. If “Display Slide bars” is unchecked, these slide bars can still be 
accessed, but will be hidden during adjustment. This option does not affect slide bars 
in menus. 
DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGES — Choose how you want to be notified of errors detected 
in either the incoming signal or projector.
 Select “Screen” or “All” (default) to see 
brief on-screen messages. This is particularly recommended during setup or testing of 
the projector. Or select “Serial Ports” to receive messages via RS232 or RS422 serial 
communication only. To hide error message displays, such as during shows and 
presentations, select “Off” or “Serial Ports”. 
SPLASH SCREEN SETUP —Use the Splash Screen to choose when you would like to 
display a special introductory splash screen image, such as your company logo, 
graphic or message. 
• Always Off = A splash screen never appears 
• Always On = A splash screen is always on behind the current display 
image, similar to wallpaper. 
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• Start-up And No Signal – A splash screen appears at start-up only if there 
is no source signal. 
 
To replace the default “Christie logo” splash screen (or other) with one of your own, 
use KoRE Librarian to download the desired .bmp to the projector. This will 
overwrite the current splash screen content in projector memory. 
Settings in the Communications 
submenu define and control how 
single or multiple projectors are 
linked with each other and with a 
controlling device. 
Baud Rates 
The baud rate setting determines 
the speed of communication to 
and from the projector on the 
RS232 or RS422 links. The 
maximum rate for the RS232 is 
115200; for RS422 it is 19200. 
Set the baud rate to match that of 
your controlling device, such as your PC. If you are unsure about what baud rate to 
choose, refer to the documentation for the controlling device. In an existing network 
of projectors, if you discover that a projector has a different baud rate, make sure to 
use the pull-down list and select the correct baud rate using the 
 key—do not just 
scroll this control with 
 or  keys. Serial communication is always 8 data bits, 
no parity. 
Projector 
Enter a three-digit number (such as “001”) to assign or change a number to the 
projector currently in use. If the current projector already has a number assigned, that 
number will appear here (for example, “004” in the menu shown above). Numerical 
identity for projectors enables you to communicate with a single projector within a 
multiple-projector application (see also 
Pr o j key in 3.2, Using the Keypads). If you 
make a mistake in assigning or changing the projector number, press 
Ex i t to cancel.  
NOTE: When multiple projectors are being used and you want to adjust the color and 
edge blending settings for individual projectors to create one seamless image, you 
must assign different numbers for each projector to allow toggling back and forth 
between projectors while adjustments are being made.  
Network Routing 
NOTE:  Not applicable for stand-alone projectors or simple serial networks with only 
one type of controller and linking. 
 
 
 
 
 
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SEPARATE: Select “Separate” (factory default) to keep RS232, RS422 and Ethernet 
messages on their respective paths instead of being broadcast to the other types of 
ports. In Figure 3.8A, RS422 controls only the projector to which it is connected. In 
Figure 3.8B, either RS232 or RS422 will control the network. 
 
Figure 3.8. Using the “Network Routing” Option 
RS232 AND RS422 JOINED: Messages originating from an RS232 or RS422 controller 
will be relayed to all RS232or RS422 ports. Any Ethernet communication, however, 
will not. 
RS232 AND ETHERNET JOINED: Messages to and from the RS232 ports will also be 
relayed to the Ethernet port, and vice versa. Any RS422 communications will be 
isolated. 
ALL JOINED: All messages reach all ports, regardless of type. 
Ethernet Settings 
(SUBMENU) 
NOTES: 1) Recommended for network administrators only. 
DHCP: Enable this checkbox if you want a DHCP server to automatically change the 
projector’s default IP address (0.0.0.0) to one that is valid and unique for use on the 
current Ethernet network. On networks without a DHCP server, or to simply override 
the automatic DHCP server function, delete the checkmark and enter the new “IP 
Address” settings desired. Remember that only a 0.0.0.0 address will trigger the 
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IP ADDRESS: Enter a valid and unique IP address for use on the network to which the 
projector is currently connected. This address will overwrite any previous IP address 
such as the projector’s factory-defined default (0.0.0.0), or one that has been assigned 
by a DHCP server or other user. It takes approximately 10 seconds for the projector to 
respond at its new address. 
PORT: On some Ethernet networks, firewall restrictions may require that the port 
number of the projector be changed from its default of 3002. If so, enter a new valid 
port number here. It is highly recommended not to use a port# below 1000, as these 
ports are typically reserved for and used by common IP applications. 
SUBNET MASK AND DEFAULT GATEWAY: The Subnet Mask and Default Gateway are 
automatically assigned when DHCP is enabled. If a static IP is being used, the IP must 
be assigned first since the projector estimates the subnet mask after the IP is entered. 
The Default Gateway is an optional router device used to send and receive data 
outside the subnet. 
ArtNet Interface Settings 
— SUBMENU  
ArtNet is an Ethernet communication protocol that was developed by Artistic Licence. 
It is used for controlling lighting/staging equipment from a lighting console or PC 
application. It is based on the popular DMX512 control protocol. 
ArtNet SUBNET: This is the highest level address for a device. Typically it is set to 0. 
ArtNet UNIVERSE: Each packet of data is broadcasted to all devices plugged into a 
universe (up to 512 devices/channels). 
ArtNet CHANNEL: There are 512 channels per universe. This control allows you to 
specify the starting channel for this projector.  
ArtNet ADVANCED MODE: When this setting is enabled, each projector listens for data 
on 64 channels starting with the base channel. When advanced mode is not in use, the 
projector only listens on 10 channels. You can squeeze more devices per universe 
when the projector uses fewer channels.  
NOTE: The additional 54 functions are not currently implemented and are reserved 
for future use. 
ArtNet BASE CHANNEL: When advanced mode is enabled, the projector listens to data 
on 64 consecutive channels, or 10 consecutive channels when advanced mode is not 
enabled. The projector processes requests that come on either 10 or 64 consecutive 
channels beginning with the ‘base channel’ defined here. The requests implement the 
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* Functions are only active when the Slider Lock is set to Unlocked 
† Lens functions have no effect on the Roadie 25k 
 
NOTE: It is important to make sure the channels DO NOT overlap another device. 
Example: 
Good Bad 
Proj1_Base = 0  Proj1_Base = 5 
Proj2_Base = 10  Proj2_Base = 9 
Proj3_Base = 20  Proj3_Base = 11 
 
DEVICE NAME:
 This option is used to name each device; some ArtNet servers support 
querying for devices. 
DEVICE DESCRIPTION: More information that is returned when a “device query” has 
been done. 
Broadcast Key 
Enter a checkmark if you want keypad commands sent to one projector to be relayed 
to all projectors in a serial network. Note that the 
Pr o j key will temporarily “override” 
the effect of a broadcast setting and allow you to control a specific projector when 
necessary. Disable the setting for all but one (any) projector in a network. 
Backlight 
Toggle to turn the built-in keypad backlighting on and off. 
Front IR / Back IR 
As needed for your application, set to “any” so that the front and/or rear IR sensor 
locations on the projector respond to the IR keypad. Set to “off” to disable. 
 
DMX Channel Function Value 
Base Shutter 0 – 64 
65 – 192 
193 – 255 Open 
No Action 
Closed 
Base + 1  Slider Lock 0 – 254 
255 Locked 
Unlocked * 
Base + 2  Input *  1 – 8  Input # 
Base + 3  Channel *  1-99  Channel # 
Base + 4  Lens – Vertical * † 0 
1 – 254 
255 Lens Down 
Stop 
Lens Up 
Base + 5  Lens – Horizontal * † 0 
1 – 254 
255 Lens Right 
Stop 
Lens Left 
Base + 6  Lens – Focus * † 0 
1 – 254 
255 Negative Focus 
Stop 
Positive Focus 
Base + 7  Lens – Zoom * † 0 
1 – 254 
255 Zoom Out 
Stop 
Zoom In 
Base + 8  Power * 0 
1 – 254 
255 Power Off 
No Action 
Power On 
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To disable both IR sensors, you cannot use the IR remote keypad to select the second 
OFF setting. This safeguard prevents accidentally disabling an IR keypad while you 
are using it. Instead, use either the built-in keypad or a wired remote (optional) to set 
the remaining active sensor to 
OFF. The projector will no longer respond to an IR 
remote keypad.  
NOTE: Protocols B – G are used for rental staging applications. 
Wired Keypad 
The wired keypad is ON by default to when connected to the rear of the projector. The 
projector will then respond to incoming commands from this port. To disable the 
wired keypad, you must use a different keypad—the built-in or an IR remote 
keypad—to select “off”. This safeguard prevents you from accidentally disabling the 
wired keypad during use. 
In the Configuration menu, select 
the Geometry and Color submenu 
when you need to modify overall 
color performance and/or image 
geometry for all sources. 
Test Pattern 
Choose the desired internal test 
pattern, or select OFF to turn off a 
test pattern. Alternatively, use the 
Te s t key for cycling through test 
patterns. 
Keystone 
NOTE: If the optional ChristieTWIST module is installed, this option is Keystone 
and Warping, and activates a submenu for defining custom image shapes. Please 
refer to documentation included with your Christie TWIST module. 
Use to correct a keystoned image shape in which both sides of your image are inclined 
toward the top or bottom edge. Tilting the projector in relation to the screen typically 
causes keystone; the lens surface and screen are no longer parallel to each other.  
 
Figure 3.1. Keystone Adjustment 
 
Brightness Uniformity 
— SUBMENU 
Brightness Uniformity provides further refinement of displays already matched for 
their primary colors and overall light output. Use Brightness Uniformity to create an 
exceptionally smooth image in which no area appears brighter and/or more red, green 
or blue than another. In the Brightness Uniformity menu, enable the “Uniformity 
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control in specific areas throughout the image. Your settings apply as long as the 
“Uniformity Enable” checkbox is enabled and you are using a “User” color 
temperature defined by the Brightness Uniformity controls. To disable the Brightness 
Uniformity function, delete the “Uniformity Enable” checkmark.  
NOTES: 1) See also 3.10, Using Multiple Projectors for the complete step-by-step 
procedure for achieving uniform brightness in adjacent displays. 2) If Christie TWIST 
module is installed, the enable checkbox changes to a list giving the option to choose 
from several different uniformity maps. Please refer to documentation included with 
your Christie TWIST module. 
Edge Blending 
— SUBMENU 
The Edge Blending submenu provides a range of controls for smoothing together the 
overlapping bright edges of multiple adjacent projected images to create a single 
larger “seamless” image. These controls, which primarily affect white levels, are 
typically used in conjunction with mechanical lens blinders (optional), which are 
installed on the front of the projector and which primarily affect black levels. There is 
a centerline (both horizontal and vertical) in the Edge Blending test pattern. The 
intersection of these lines is the true center of the projector’s display area. 
NOTES: 1) There is a centerline (both horizontal and vertical) in the Edge Blending 
test pattern. The intersection of these lines is the true center of the projector’s display 
area. 2) See also 3.10, Using Multiple Projectors.  
Color Adjustments by X/Y, and Color Saturation — 
SUBMENUS 
NOTES: 1) For defining or changing a User 1, 2, 3, or 4 color performance or 
“gamut”. Sometimes known as Comprehensive Color Adjustment™.  2) Factory-
defined primary color levels, which ensure a specific color performance from 
projector-to-projector, can be calibrated in the Service menu only. If you suspect 
alteration of these defaults, the factory settings can be recovered with selection of 
“Reset to Factory Defaults?” in the Color Primary Settings submenu accessed via 
the Service menu (password-protected). 
From the factory, the projector can utilize 
any of the 3 pre-defined color performance 
settings identified at right (default=Max 
Drives), or colors can be driven on the 
basis of color temperature. For most 
applications, one of these gamuts will 
produce accurate and realistic colors from 
a variety of sources. They can be applied at 
any time in the Advanced Image Settings 
menu (“Select Color Adjustment”), and are 
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DEFINING “USER” COLOR GAMUTS: In some cases, you may find that none of the pre-
defined “Select Color Adjustment” options exactly suit your needs. For example, you 
may require a unique color gamut (range) for a single projector or application, or you 
may need to precisely match colors across multiple adjacent displays. In such cases, 
use the Color Adjustments by X,Y or Color Saturation submenu to define the precise 
hue of each primary color component (red, green, blue, and white) used to generate 
the millions of colors produced in displays. You can create up to four custom color 
gamuts (User 1, 2, 3, or 4) with these adjustments. 
Note that the two menus differ only in their user interface, so use whichever menu 
best suits your needs and application. A color meter can help with adjustments. 
• Color Adjustments by X,Y
 — Enter known x/y coordinates from the 
chromaticity graph. 
• Color Saturation
 — Adjust color slide bars and judge image color by eye or 
meter. 
A user-defined color “adjustment” can be applied by selecting it in the Advanced 
Image Settings menu (“Select Color Adjustment”). 
COLOR ADJUSTMENT BY X,Y: Use 
this submenu if you want to create, 
alter or copy a color gamut (i.e., 
“color adjustment”). Controls in 
this menu define the precise hue of 
each primary color component (red, 
green, blue, and white) used to 
generate the millions of colors 
produced in displays. The x/y 
coordinates for each color define its 
location on the standard CIE 
chromaticity graph (see Figure 
3.9)—changing either or both of 
these numbers will change the hue 
of the color, and relocate the 
“triangle” for possible colors. For 
example, changing the x/y 
coordinates for red may move the 
color closer to orange or closer to 
violet, which will in turn affect all displayed colors having a red component. Adjust 
the slide bars or enter new specific coordinates as desired to define or change up to 
four “User” color gamuts needed for your environment and applications. Apply at any 
time in the Advanced Image Settings menu. 
 
 
 
Figure 3.9. Customize Color