Christie Projector J Series 2.0, 2.4, And 3.0kW User Manual

							J Series
2.0, 2.4, and 3.0kW
User Manual
020-100707-01 
						

							J Series
2.0, 2.4, and 3.0kW
User Manual
020-100707-01 
						

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REGULATORY
The product 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 product is operated in a commercial environment. The 
product 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 the product in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which 
case the user will be required to correct the interference at the users own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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							                             Table of Contents
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1: Introduction
1.1 Labels and Marking ..................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Purchase Record and Service Contacts .......................................................................................1-2
1.3 Projector Overview ...................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.3.1 How the Projector Works .................................................................................................... 1-3
1.3.2 User Interface Overview ...................................................................................................... 1-3
1.3.3 List of Components.............................................................................................................. 1-3
1.3.4 Key Features ........................................................................................................................ 1-4
1.4 Safety Warnings and Guidelines ................................................................................................. 1-5
1.4.1 General Precautions ............................................................................................................. 1-5
1.4.2 AC /Power Precautions ........................................................................................................ 1-6
1.4.3 Lamp Precautions ................................................................................................................ 1-6
2: Installation and Setup
2.1 Projector Quick Setup and Installation ........................................................................................ 2-1
2.2 Detailed Setup and Installation .................................................................................................... 2-7
2.2.1 About the projector .............................................................................................................. 2-7
2.2.2 Installation Considerations .................................................................................................. 2-10
2.2.3 Hoisting Procedure .............................................................................................................. 2-12
2.2.4 Stacking Procedure .............................................................................................................. 2-13
2.2.5 Alignment Procedure ........................................................................................................... 2-16
2.3 Types of Installations................................................................................................................... 2-18
2.3.1 Projector Position and Mounting ......................................................................................... 2-21
2.3.2 Mounting.............................................................................................................................. 2-25
2.3.3 Adjusting Projector Height/Tilt ........................................................................................... 2-26
2.3.4 Basic Optical Alignment...................................................................................................... 2-26
2.3.5 Advanced Optical Alignment .............................................................................................. 2-27
2.3.6 Powering Down ................................................................................................................... 2-29
2.3.7 Connecting Communications............................................................................................... 2-30
2.3.8   Projector Communications ................................................................................................ 2-35
2.4 Connecting Sources ..................................................................................................................... 2-36
3: Operation
3.1 Operating the Projector ................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.1.1 Remote Keypad Commands ................................................................................................ 3-4
3.2 Navigating the Menus .................................................................................................................. 3-8
3.3 Using Inputs and Channels .......................................................................................................... 3-12
3.4 Channel Setup Menu ................................................................................................................... 3-14
3.5 Adjusting the Image..................................................................................................................... 3-17
3.6 Size and Position Menu ............................................................................................................... 3-18
3.7 Image Settings Menu ................................................................................................................... 3-23
3.8  Configuration - Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls .................................... 3-31
3.9 Lamp Menu.................................................................................................................................. 3-50
3.10 Input Switching & PIP Menu .................................................................................................... 3-52
3.11 Status ......................................................................................................................................... 3-54 
						

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3.12 Using Multiple Projectors ......................................................................................................... 3-54
3.13 Remote Control of the Projector ............................................................................................... 3-57
3.14 Alarms  ...................................................................................................................................... 3-58
4: Web User Interface
4.1 Logging On ................................................................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Navigating the Web User Interface............................................................................................. 4-2
4.2.1 Help Text............................................................................................................................. 4-2
4.3 Basic Operation........................................................................................................................... 4-3
4.3.1 Main Tabbed Page - General .............................................................................................. 4-3
4.3.2 Main Tabbed Page - Status ................................................................................................. 4-3
4.3.3 Main Tabbed Page - Lens ................................................................................................... 4-4
4.3.4 Tools Tabbed Page - Virtual OSD ...................................................................................... 4-4
4.3.5 Admin Tabbed Page - System ............................................................................................. 4-6
4.3.6 Admin Tabbed Page- Users ................................................................................................ 4-8
4.3.7 Advanced Tabbed Page - RTE ............................................................................................ 4-9
4.3.8 About Tabbed Page ............................................................................................................. 4-13
5: Maintenance
5.1 Projector Location....................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.1 Lamp and Filter Replacement ............................................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Replacing the Projection Lens .................................................................................................... 5-6
5.3 Cleaning the Lens ....................................................................................................................... 5-8
5.4 Liquid Coolant Maintenance....................................................................................................... 5-8
5.4.1 Liquid Cooler (P/N: 003-100668-XX) ................................................................................ 5-8
5.5 Power Cord and Attachments ..................................................................................................... 5-10
5.6 Ventilation................................................................................................................................... 5-11
5.7 Replacing Keypad Batteries........................................................................................................ 5-11
5.8 Servicing Requirements .............................................................................................................. 5-11
6: Troubleshooting
6.1 Power .......................................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.1.1 Projector Does Not Power ON ............................................................................................ 6-1
6.2 Lamp ........................................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.2.1 Lamp Does Not Ignite ......................................................................................................... 6-1
6.2.2 Lamp Suddenly Turns OFF................................................................................................. 6-2
6.2.3 Flicker, Shadows Or Dimness ............................................................................................. 6-2
6.3 LCD............................................................................................................................................. 6-2
6.3.1 Blank Screen, No Menu Displaying ................................................................................... 6-2
6.4 Remote Keypad........................................................................................................................... 6-2
6.4.1 Remote Keypad Does Not Seem to Work .......................................................................... 6-2
6.5 OSD............................................................................................................................................. 6-3
6.5.1 The OSD Menu does not display ........................................................................................ 6-3
6.6 Ethernet ....................................................................................................................................... 6-3
6.6.1 Trouble Establishing Communication with Projector ......................................................... 6-3 
						

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6.7 Displays ....................................................................................................................................... 6-3
6.7.1 The projector is on but there is no display ........................................................................... 6-3
6.7.2 Severe Motion Artifacts ....................................................................................................... 6-3
6.7.3 Image Appears ‘Squeezed’ or Vertically Stretched into Center of Screen.......................... 6-4
6.7.4 The Display is Jittery or Unstable........................................................................................ 6-4
6.7.5 The Display is Faint ............................................................................................................. 6-4
6.7.6 The Upper Portion of the Display is Waving, Tearing or Jittering...................................... 6-4
6.7.7 Portions of the Display are Cut Off or Warped to the Opposite edge ................................. 6-4
6.7.8 Display Appears Compressed (Vertically Stretched) .......................................................... 6-4
6.7.9 Data is Cropped from Edges ................................................................................................ 6-4
6.7.10  Display Quality Appears to Drift from Good to Bad, Bad to Good ................................. 6-4
6.7.11 Display has Suddenly Frozen ............................................................................................ 6-5
6.7.12 Colors in the Display are Inaccurate .................................................................................. 6-5
6.7.13 Display is Not Rectangular ................................................................................................ 6-5
6.7.14 Display is “Noisy” ............................................................................................................. 6-5
6.8 Web Interface .............................................................................................................................. 6-6
6.8.1 After upgrading the projector software, the Web pages do not display correctly ............... 6-6
6.8.2 A backup or Interrogator file cannot be saved ..................................................................... 6-6
7: Specifications
7.1 Image Performance ...................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1.1 Pixel Format ........................................................................................................................ 7-1
7.1.2 Nominal Brightness (ANSI Lumens)  ................................................................................. 7-1
7.1.3 Contrast ................................................................................................................................ 7-1
7.1.4 Luminance Uniformity ........................................................................................................ 7-1
7.1.5 Color Uniformity ................................................................................................................. 7-1
7.1.6 Gamma ................................................................................................................................. 7-2
7.1.7 Grayscale/Color Resolution ................................................................................................. 7-2
7.1.8 Color Temperature ............................................................................................................... 7-2
7.1.9 Convergence ........................................................................................................................ 7-2
7.1.10 Blemishes ........................................................................................................................... 7-3
7.1.11 Pixel Defects ...................................................................................................................... 7-3
7.2 Feature Set ................................................................................................................................... 7-3
7.2.1 Airflow  ................................................................................................................................ 7-3
7.2.2 Air Filters (Optional) ........................................................................................................... 7-3
7.2.3 Dust Sealing ......................................................................................................................... 7-3
7.2.4 ILS (Intelligent Lens System) .............................................................................................. 7-3
7.2.5 Projection Lens Compatibility ............................................................................................. 7-4
7.2.6 Automatic Fans .................................................................................................................... 7-4
7.2.7 Constant Lamp Output Management ................................................................................... 7-4
7.2.8 Shutter  ................................................................................................................................. 7-5
7.2.9 Lamps................................................................................................................................... 7-5
7.2.10 Status LED ......................................................................................................................... 7-5
7.2.11 Electronics/SW  ................................................................................................................. 7-5
7.3 Image Processor Performance ..................................................................................................... 7-6
7.4 Input (Source Signal) Compatibility ........................................................................................... 7-6 
						

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7.4.1 Analog (Only) Input ............................................................................................................ 7-6
7.4.2 Twin HDMI Input ............................................................................................................... 7-6
7.4.3 Dual Link DVI Input ........................................................................................................... 7-7
7.4.4 Video Decoder Input ........................................................................................................... 7-7
7.4.5 Dual 3G/HD/SD - SDI Input ............................................................................................... 7-7
7.5 Control Signal Compatibility  ..................................................................................................... 7-7
7.5.1 Projector Control ................................................................................................................. 7-7
7.5.2 Control Receiver ................................................................................................................. 7-7
7.5.3 RS-232 ................................................................................................................................ 7-8
7.5.4 RS-422 ................................................................................................................................ 7-8
7.5.5 Ethernet ............................................................................................................................... 7-8
7.5.6 USB 2.0 Device Port  .......................................................................................................... 7-8
7.5.7 GPIO ................................................................................................................................... 7-8
7.5.8 DMX512 Interface .............................................................................................................. 7-8
7.5.9 Built-In Keypad and Display ..............................................................................................7-8
7.5.10 Convenience Light ............................................................................................................ 7-8
7.5.11 MMC Slot ......................................................................................................................... 7-8
7.6 Power Requirements ................................................................................................................... 7-9
7.6.1 Lamp Specification ............................................................................................................. 7-9
7.7 Physical Specifications ............................................................................................................... 7-9
7.7.1 Size ...................................................................................................................................... 7-9
7.7.2 Adjustment .......................................................................................................................... 7-10
7.7.3 Weight ................................................................................................................................. 7-10
7.8 Reliability and Serviceability...................................................................................................... 7-10
7.8.1 Reliability ............................................................................................................................ 7-10
7.8.2 Serviceability ...................................................................................................................... 7-10
7.9 Environment................................................................................................................................ 7-10
7.9.1 Temperature/Humidity/Altitude.......................................................................................... 7-10
7.10 Accessories and Service Components ...................................................................................... 7-11
7.11 Regulatory ................................................................................................................................. 7-11
A:  Menu Tree
A.1 J Series Menu Tree..................................................................................................................... A-1
B:  GPIO
B.1 GPIO Port ................................................................................................................................... B-1
C:  DMX / ArtNet
C.1 DMX and Real Time Events ...................................................................................................... C-1
C.1.1 DMX Channel Setup .......................................................................................................... C-2 
						

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1 Introduction
Every effort has been made to ensure the information in this document is accurate and reliable; however,
due to constant research the information in this document is subject to change without notice.
USERS/OPERATORS: This manual is intended for trained users operating professional high-brightness
projection systems. Such users may also be trained to replace the lamp and air filter, but cannot install the
projector or perform any service functions on the J Series projector.
SERVICE: Only Christie accredited technicians knowledgeable about all potential hazards associated
with high voltage, ultraviolet exposure and high temperatures generated by the lamp and associated
circuits are authorized to 1) assemble/install the projector and 2) perform service functions inside the
projector.
This manual contains the following sections:
• Section 1 Introduction
• Section 2 Installation and Setup
• Section 3 Operation
• Section 4 Web User Interface
• Section 5 Maintenance
• Section 6 Troubleshooting
• Section 7 Specifications
• Appendix A: Menu Tree
• Appendix B: GPIO
• Appendix C: DMX / ArtNet
1.1 Labels and Marking
Observe and follow any warnings and instructions marked on the projector.
  Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations.
  Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
  Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury. It may also be used without the safety alert symbol as an alternative to
“NOTICE”. 
						

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1.2 Purchase Record and Service Contacts
Whether the projector is under warranty or the warranty has expired, Christies highly trained and extensive 
factory and dealer service network is always available to quickly diagnose and correct projector malfunctions. 
Complete service manuals and updates are available for all projectors. Should a problem be encountered with 
any part of the projector, contact your dealer. In most cases, servicing is performed on site. If you have 
purchased the projector, fill out the information below and keep with your records.
* The serial number can be found on the license label located on the back of the projector.
Table 1.1 
Dealer:
Dealer or Christie Sales/Service Contact Phone Number:
Projector Serial Number*:
Purchase Date:
Installation Date:
Table 1.2 Ethernet Settings
Default Gateway:
DNS Server:
Projector DLP Address:
Projector Mgmt IP Address:
Subnet Mask: