Christie Digital Systems Lx501, Lx601i Users Manual

							9LX501/LX601i User Manual-Operating Guide 020-000461-01 Rev. 1 (03-2012)
Setting up
Arrangement (continued)
►Place the projector in a cool place with sufficient 
ventilation. The projector may shutdown automatically or may malfunction if its 
internal temperature is too high.
Using a damaged projector could result in a fire and an electric shock.
•  Do not place the projector in direct sunlight or near hot objects such as heaters. 
• Do not place the projector where the air from an air conditioner or similar unit
will blow on it directly.
•  Keep a space of 30 cm or more between a side of the projector and other 
objects such as walls.
•  Do not place the projector on carpet, cushions or bedding.
•  Do not stop up, block nor cover the projector's vent holes. Do not place 
anything around the projector that could be sucked in or stuck to the projector's 
intake vents.
•  Do not place the projector at places that are exposed to magnetic fields, doing 
so can cause the cooling fans inside the projector to malfunction.
►Avoid placing the projector in smoky, humid or dusty place. Placing the 
projector in such places could cause a fire, an electric shock and malfunction of 
the projector.
•  Do not place the projector near humidifiers. Especially for an ultrasonic 
humidifier, chlorine and minerals contained in tap water are atomized and could 
be deposited in the projector causing image degradation or other problems.
•  Do not place the projector in a smoking area, kitchen, passageway or by the 
window.
• Position the projector to prevent light from directly hitting the 
projector's remote sensor.
• Do not place the product in a place where radio interference may be caused.
• Set the ALTITUDE of the SERVICE item in the OPTION menu correctly. It is 
recommended to leave it at AUTO usually (
68). If the projector is used with a 
wrong setting, it may cause damage to the projector itself or the parts inside.
• Keep heat-sensitive things away from the projector. Otherwise, they may be 
damaged by the heat from the projector.CAUTION
NOTICE 
						

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Setting up
Connecting with your devices
Before connecting the projector to a device, consult the manual of the device to 
confirm that the device is suitable for connecting with this projector and prepare 
the required accessories, such as a cable in accord with the signal of the device. 
Consult your dealer when the required accessory did not come with the product or 
the accessory is damaged.
After making sure that the projector and the devices are turned off, perform 
the connection, according to the following instructions. Refer to the figures in 
subsequent pages.
Before connecting the projector to a network system, be sure to read Network 
Guide too.
►Use only the appropriate accessories. Otherwise it could 
cause a fire or damage the projector and devices. 
•  Use only the accessories specified or recommended by the projector’s 
manufacturer. It may be regulated under some standard.
•  Neither disassemble nor modify the projector and the accessories.
•  Do not use the damaged accessory. Be careful not to damage the accessories. 
Route a cable so that it is neither stepped on nor pinched out.WARNING
►For a cable with a core at only one end, connect the end 
with the core to the projector. That may be required by EMI regulations. CAUTION
• Plug-and-Play is a system composed of a computer, its operating system 
and peripheral equipment (i.e. display devices). This projector is VESA DDC 
2B compatible. Plug-and-Play can be used by connecting this projector to a 
computer that is VESA DDC (display data channel) compatible.
- 
 Take advantage of this feature by connecting a computer cable to the 
COMPUTER IN1 port (DDC 2B compatible). Plug-and-Play may not work 
properly if any other type of connection is attempted.
- 
 Please use the standard drivers in your computer as this projector is a Plug-
and-Play monitor.• Do not turn on or off the projector while connected to a device in 
operation, unless that is directed in the manual of the device. Otherwise it may 
cause malfunction in the device or projector.
• The function of some input ports can be selected according to your usage 
requirements. Check the reference page indicated beside each port in the 
following illustration.
• Be careful not to mistakenly connect a connector to a wrong port. Otherwise it 
may cause malfunction in the device or projector.
-  When connecting a connector to a port, make sure that the shape of the 
connector fits the port.
-  Tighten the screws to connect a connector equipped with screws to a port.
-  Use the cables with straight plugs, not L-shaped ones, as the input ports of 
the projector are recessed.
About Plug-and-Play capability NOTE
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Setting up
Connecting with your devices (continued)
• Before connecting the projector to a computer, consult the computer’s 
manual and check the compatibility of the signal level, the synchronization 
methods and the display resolution output to the projector. 
- 
 Some signal may need an adapter to input this projector.
- 
 Some computers have multiple screen display modes that may include some 
signals which are not supported by this projector.
- 
 Although the projector can display signals with resolution up to UXGA  
(1600x1200), the signal will be converted to the projector’s panel resolution 
before being displayed. The best display performance will be achieved if the 
resolutions of the input signal and the projector panel are identical.
• If you connect this projector and a notebook computer, you need output the 
display to an external monitor, or output simultaneously to the internal display 
and an external monitor. Consult the computer's manual for the setting.
• Depending on the input signal, the automatic adjustment function of this 
projector may take some time and not function correctly. 
- 
 Note that a composite sync signal or sync-on-green signal may confuse the 
automatic adjustment function of this projector (
51). 
- 
 If the automatic adjustment function does not work correctly, you may not see 
the dialog to set the display resolution. In such a case, use an external display 
device. You may be able to see the dialog and set an appropriate display 
resolution. NOTE
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Computer(27, 103)(27)
(27)(56) 
						

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Setting up
Connecting with your devices (continued)
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• If an oversized USB storage device blocks the LAN port, use only 
the further USB TYPE A port from the LAN port or a USB extension cable to 
connect the USB storage device.NOTE
► Before connecting the projector to a network system be sure to 
obtain the consent of the administrator of the network.
►
Do not connect the LAN port to any network that might have the excessive voltage.
►The designated USB wireless adapter that is sold as an option is required to use 
the wireless network function of this projector. 
►Do not use any extension cable or device when connecting the adapter to the 
projector. Before you insert or pull out the USB wireless adapter from the projec-
tor, turn off the power of the projector and pull out the power cord’s plug from the 
outlet. Do not touch the USB wireless adapter while the projector is receiving AC 
power.
►
Before removing the USB storage device from the port of the projector, be sure to 
use the REMOVE USB function on the Thumbnail screen to secure your data (
96).
►To connect both the LAN cable and USB device to the projector, use only the 
further USB TYPE A port from the LAN port or a LAN cable that is flat on the 
side where the plug’s wire is visible. Otherwise, both of them cannot be con-
nected correctly, or the wire may break (malfunction).CAUTION
Computer
Access 
point
USB 
storage 
device USB 
wireless 
adapter 
(optional)
(
93)External 
device
(
75) (
75)(
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Setting up
• The HDMI ports of this model are compatible with HDCP (High-band-
width Digital Content Protection) and therefore capable of displaying video 
signals from HDCP compatible DVD players or the like.
-  The HDMI ports support the following signals:
Video signal :  480i@60, 480p@60, 576i@50, 576p@50, 720p@50/60, 
1080i@50/60, 1080p@50/60
Audio signal :  Format Linear PCM 
Sampling frequency 48kHz / 44.1kHz / 32kHz
 
-  This projector can be connected with another equipment that has HDMITM 
connector, but with some equipment the projector may not work properly, 
something like no video.
-  Be sure to use an HDMI
TM cable that has the HDMITM logo.
-  Use a Category 2-certified HDMITM cable to input 1080p@50/60 signal to the 
projector.
-  When the projector is connected with a device having DVI connector, use a 
DVI to HDMI
TM cable to connect with the HDMITM input (Setup Guide). 
• The HDMITM cables might come off easily due to the lack of a mechanical lock 
on the cables and connectors. It is recommended to fasten the cables to the 
projector to prevent the cables from coming off (
15, 16). NOTE Connecting with your devices (continued)
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VCR/DVD/ 
Blu-ray DiscTM   
player (27) (27) (56)
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Setting up
Connecting with your devices (continued)
• To use a wired remote control, connect a wired remote control to the 
REMOTE CONROL IN port. You can also connect another projector to the 
REMOTE CONROL OUT port to control it from the wired remote control. You 
can utilize this projector as a remote control-relay with the REMOTE CONROL 
IN and OUT ports. To connect the wired remote control or another projector 
to the REMOTE CONTROL IN or OUT ports, use audio cables with 3.5 mm 
diameter stereo mini plugs. This function is useful when a wireless remote 
signal may not reliably reach the projector.NOTE
Speakers
(with an amplifier)
(Wired)
Remote 
control Monitor
Another 
projector(
55) 
						

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Use the supplied adapter cover to prevent 
the USB wireless adapter from coming 
off easily. When using the adapter cover, 
connect the USB wireless adapter to the 
further USB TYPE A port from the LAN 
port.
1. Loosen the screw marked with a triangle.
2. Insert the tab of the cover into the hole 
at the upper right of the USB TYPE A 
ports in the direction of the arrow.
3. Align the screw holes on the projector and the cover. Then 
insert the screw removed from the projector into the hole 
and tighten the screw.
Setting up
Fastening the adapter cover
►Keep small parts away from children and pets. Take care not 
to put in the mouth. WARNING
2
1
3Ta b
Use the supplied cable holder to prevent 
the USB wireless adapter and the HDMITM 
cables from becoming detached. When 
using the cable holder, connect the USB 
wireless adapter to the urtherUSB TYPE A 
port from the LAN port.
1. Remove the screw marked with a 
triangle and the screw marked with a 
diamond.
2. Open the cable holder clip and then 
align the screw holes on the projector 
and the holder. Then insert the screw 
removed from the projector into the hole 
and tighten the screw.
3. Snap the clip closed to secure the 
HDMITM cables  in place.
2, 31
Cable holder
►Keep small parts away from children and pets.  WARNING
Fastening the cable holder 
						

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Setting up
Using the security bar and slot
A commercially available anti-theft chain or 
wire can be attached to the security bar on 
the projector. Refer to the fi gure to choose 
an anti-theft chain or wire.
Also this product has the security slot for 
the Kensington lock. 
For details, see the manual of the security 
tool.
►Do not use the security bars and slot to prevent the projector 
from falling down, since it is not designed for it.
►Do not place anti-theft chain or wire near the exhaust vents. 
It may become too hot. WARNING
CAUTION
• The security bar and slot is not comprehensive theft prevention 
measures. It is intended to be used as supplemental theft prevention measure.
• The safety bar (
4) can be used for the same purpose as the security bar. 
NOTE
Anti-theft 
chain or wire
security bar19mm 11mm
Security slot
15mm
To get together the signal cables and 
prevent them from coming off, fasten them to 
the projector using a commercially available 
plastic cable tie. Use a cable tie of size 
2.0x5.0mm or smaller. It is recommended 
to curl the end of the tie slightly before you 
thread it to the tie holder to enable it to get 
through easily.
Fastening the cables
►Do not bind the power cord.
►Use only a plastic tie to get together or fasten the cables. A 
metallic tie may cause damage to the cables and tie holder.
►Do not bind the cables too tightly. The cables or the hole might be damaged.WARNING
CAUTION
Cable tie
Tie holder 
						

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Connecting to a power supply
1.Put the connector of the power cord into the 
AC IN (AC inlet) of the projector.
2.Firmly plug the power cord’s plug into the 
outlet. In a couple of seconds after the power 
supply connection, the POWER indicator will 
light up in steady orange.
►Do not connect the projector to a power supply while no lens 
unit is attached to it.
►Please use extra caution when connecting the power cord, as incorrect or 
faulty connections may result in fi re and/or electrical shock.
• Do not touch the power cord with a wet hand.
•  Only use the power cord that came with the projector. If it is damaged, consult 
your dealer to get a new one. Never modify the power cord.
•  Only plug the power cord into an outlet whose voltage is matched to the power 
cord. The power outlet should be close to the projector and easily accessible. 
Remove the power cord for complete separation. 
•  Do not distribute the power supply to multiple devices. Doing so may overload 
the outlet and connectors, loosen the connection, or result in fi re, electric shock 
or other accidents.
•  Connect the ground terminal for the AC inlet of this unit to the ground terminal 
of the building using an appropriate power cord (bundled).
• This product is also designed for IT power systems with a phase-
tophase voltage of 220 to 240 V.WARNING
Please remember that when the DIRECT POWER ON 
function activated (
65), the connection of the power 
supply make the projector turn on.
NOTICE
Setting up
AC IN
Power 
cord 
						

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Remote control
Installing the batteries
Please insert the batteries into the remote control before using it. If the remote 
control starts to malfunction, try to replace the batteries. If you will not use the 
remote control for long period, remove the batteries from the remote control and 
store them in a safe place.
1.Holding the hook part of the battery 
cover, remove it.
2.Align and insert the two AA batteries 
(HITACHI MAXELL or HITACHI MAXELL 
ENERGY, Part No.LR6 or R6P) according 
to their plus and minus terminals as 
indicated in the remote control.
3.Replace the battery cover in the direction of the arrow 
and snap it back into place.
►Always handle the batteries with care and use them only as 
directed. Improper use may result in battery explosion, cracking or leakage, which 
could result in fire, injury and/or pollution of the surrounding environment.
•  Be sure to use only the batteries specified. Do not use batteries of different types at 
the same time. Do not mix a new battery with used one. 
•  Make sure the plus and minus terminals are correctly aligned when loading a battery.
•  Keep a battery away from children and pets.
•  Do not recharge, short circuit, solder or disassemble a battery.
•  Do not place a battery in a fire or water. Keep batteries in a dark, cool and dry place.
•  If you observe battery leakage, wipe out the leakage and then replace a battery.  
If the leakage adheres to your body or clothes, rinse well with water immediately.
•  Obey the local laws on disposing the battery.WARNING
Remote control
Using the REMOTE ID function
Utilize this function to control specific projectors by the remote 
control assigned the same ID number when you use multiple 
projectors of the same type at the same time.
Assign an ID number to each projector before using the 
REMOTE ID item in the SERVICE menu of the OPTION 
menu (
70). Press the ID button with the same ID number 
as assigned to the projector you are going to control. The ID 
button selected will light for several seconds.
• Each time you press any button (except ID buttons), the ID button of 
current selected ID number will light.
• To confirm the projector's current ID, press any ID button for 3 seconds. Its 
number will be shown on each screen regardless of set ID of projector. NOTE
ID buttons
2 1
3