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

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STEP 6 - Selecting 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.
STEP 7- Adjusting Image
Adjust the image settings, such as Brightness, Contrast, Gamma, Focus, Zoom, etc. using the direct keys on the 
remote or built in keypad. 
NOTE: Refer to Section 3 Operation for more details.
2.2 Detailed Setup and Installation
  Always power down the projector and disconnect all power sources before servicing
or cleaning. 
  Refer to Safety Warnings and Guidelines in 
Section 5 Maintenance.
2.2.1 About the projector
FIGURE 2-9 REAR ORIENTATION 
						

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FIGURE 2-10 FRONT ORIENTATION
Built-in Keypad
The built-in keypad is located at the rear of the projector. Use it similarly to the IR remote to control the 
projector. An LCD display is located above the keypad for displaying projector status.
AC Receptacle
The AC receptacle is located at the back of the projector. Use this receptacle to plug in an appropriately rated 
line cord. 
NOTE: The power switch is located above the AC receptacle. Refer to Section 7 Specifications for 
details.
AC Line Voltage Indicator
The AC Line Voltage Indicator displays the AC line voltage. 
Adjustable Feet
Located on the underside of the projector are four adjustable feet. Raise or lower these feet when positioning 
the projector to ensure it is level on all sides so the displayed image will appear rectangular without any 
keystone.  
Refer to 2.3.3 Adjusting Projector Height/Tilt for instructions on how to adjust the feet. 
Input Panel
All source connections are made to the input panel located at the back of the projector. Any of the available 
optional input cards can be installed in the 4 option card slots. The slots are labeled 1 through 4. All option 
cards have LEDs to indicate their status. 
						

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Cooling and Air Vents
Adequate airflow through the projector will prevent it from overheating. Keep all projector vents unobstructed 
and ensure adequate airflow around the projector. See Figure 2-11.
FIGURE 2-11 
Lamp Door
The lamp door is located at the rear of the projector, to provide easy access to the lamp module for 
replacement. Refer to Section 5.1.1 Lamp and Filter Replacement. The lamp door is fitted with a safety 
interlock which switches the lamp off when the door is opened.
Front & Rear IR Sensors
The two IR sensors located on the projector receive transmissions from the IR remote from up to 100 feet 
away. It is important to keep the transmission path to these sensors unobstructed for uninterrupted 
communications with the projector. The rear IR sensor is located at the back of the projector between the status 
LEDs and the front IR sensor is located next to the projector front nameplate.
Projection Lenses, Lens Mount and Other Features
The projector includes a motorized lens mount that allows automated lens control and adjustment: vertical and 
horizontal offsets, zoom, and focus. The lens mount can be fitted with any one of the available optional lenses 
– see Section 7 Specifications. 
Allow at least 1 meter or more of 
space between the projector and a 
wall or other structure and place it 
on a platform that does not extend 
past the exhaust vents. 
						

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•Zoom and Focus – There are two internal lens motors that allow for quick motorized adjustment of zoom 
and focus. Adjust zoom to fit the displayed image on the screen and adjust focus to improve the clarity of the 
image.
NOTES: 1) The projection lens is shipped separately from the projector. 2) Use the lens cap when 
transporting the lens to avoid scratching and damaging the lens, which could affect your displayed image.  
3) 
Motorized lenses should not be adjusted by hand without first setting them for manual operation, otherwise 
the zoom and focus motors may be damaged. (Set in Menu>Configuration>Lens Settings>Manual 
Zoom/Focus).
•Lens Offset – The motorized lens mount allows vertical and horizontal offset of the displayed image. 
•Shutter – Standard on all models, the shutter allows you to turn the screen absolutely black when in the 
“Closed” state.
2.2.2 Installation Considerations
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. Select the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or 
inverted mount.
Lifting, Hoisting, and Stacking
For any new installation, you will likely have to safety lift or hoist the projector into place. Keep in mind the 
following guidelines for safety.
Lifting Guidelines
All models include handles for convenient hand transport only; such as when a projector is lifted from a 
shipping container to a table.
Note the following:
• The handles are intended to support the weight of 1 projector only.
• The handles are intended to support a projector for a brief time only.
• The handles are not safety points; nor points from which to hoist or suspend the projector.
  1) The handles cannot support more than 1 projector. 2) Do not use handles for
extended time periods, 3) Do not use the handles as safety points, or as points from
which to suspend or hoist the projector.
   Maximum stack = 3 projectors. Stack first, then hoist.
Hoisting Guidelines
There are 4 integral rigging points on the top of the projector to enable upright or inverted hoisting. See Figure 
2-12 For either orientation, hoist an individual projector, or up to 3 projectors in a stack. 
						

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FIGURE 2-12 
Rules for all hoisting:
• Use at least 4 rigging points for hoisting up to 3 projectors.
• Connect safety cables, and rigging equipment suitable to your application such as clamps, cables, eyebolts, 
or straps, which accommodate the load rating. All integral, metric hardware on the projector accepts an M12 
thread only.
• Use hoisting and rigging equipment suitable to your application such as clamps, cables, eyebolts, or straps 
that accommodate the load rating. All integral, metric hardware on the projector accepts an M12 thread only.
• Never hoist a projector by its feet, handles, or any other component. See Figure 2-13.
FIGURE 2-13 
 Use metric hardware only.
 Never force incompatible threads.
 Never hoist a projector by its feet, handles, or any other component. 
						

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IMPORTANT! Remove the lens before hoisting the projector.
FIGURE 2-14 NEVER USE HANDLES FOR HOISTING OR SAFETY POINTS
2.2.3 Hoisting Procedure
This procedure applies to one or more projectors. To hoist a stack, first 
stack 2 or 3 projectors according to the stacking procedure included in 
this manual. Never stack or hoist more than 3 projectors together.
1. Remove lens (recommended)
Remove the projection lens to prevent possible damage during 
hoisting. Refer to 5.2 Replacing the Projection Lens.
2. Retract feet.
If the projector is inverted, retract the adjustable feet to prevent the 
hoisting hardware from getting caught.
3. Attach safety cables. 
Attach a safety cable to each of the 2 eyebolts mounted on the 
bottom of the projector. See Figure 2-15. NOTE:  Add eyebolts (2) 
if non-inverted.
  Always use at least 2 safety cables for any hoisting.
  Attach safety cables to the 2 eyebolts.
NOTE: When hoisting a non-inverted projector or stack, add 2 safety 
eyebolts in the front and rear threaded holes provided on the 
top of the projector. Ensure the eyebolts have an adequate rating for the load. Secure safety cabling to 
both eyebolts. Figure 2-15 Attach Safety Cables 
						

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4. Attach rigging hardware.
Attach the rigging hardware by securing your rigging 
components to the appropriate rigging points. There 
are 8 sliding points provided on the bottom. Tighten 
the nut at each required location (Figure 2-16) to 
prevent sliding. 
NOTES: 1) Use at least 4 rigging points for all hoisting. 
2) Use straps, clamps or cabling with load 
capacity adequate for the total projector weight. 
Refer to Section 7 Specifications. 3) Do not join 
the rigging straps or cables to a common point, 
keep separated as shown.
2.2.4 Stacking Procedure
NOTES: 1) Installation requires at least 2 people.
Projectors can be stacked in either the upright or inverted position. Do not mix orientations (i.e., inverted 
with upright) in a stack. Secure a maximum of 3 projectors with the stacking mounts as described below.
  
Do not stack more than 3 projectors.
  Christie stacking hardware required. The top projector could slide off and cause injury
or death.
  Never attempt to manually carry a stack.
 Maximum stack = 3 projectors
 Stack first, then hoist
 Figure 2-16 Using the Rigging Hardware 
						

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1.Position the projectors.
• Place each projector to be stacked on a secure 
table or cart.
• Place 1 projector on its side to access its adjust-
able feet, and stacking legs (Figure 2-17).
• Orient the other projector in either upright or 
inverted position as required (remember, each 
projector in a stack must be in the same orienta-
tion).
2. Fully retract the 4 adjustable feet.
Fully retract each foot (4) as far as possible by 
turning them clockwise.
• If upright, retract the feet on top projector.
• If inverted, retract the feet on bottom projector
3.Extend the 3 stacking legs.
Extend the stacking legs (3) by turning them so that at 
least 1 inch of thread is visible on each. This clearance 
accommodates the up-or-down movement for aligning 
the images from the stacked projectors. Ensure that you 
extend all 3 legs equally (see Figure 2-18) so they are 
level.
• If upright, extend legs on top projector (shown)
• If inverted, extend legs on bottom projector
IMPORTANT!
 Extend the stacking legs equally by at least
1 inch.
 Figure 2-17 Adjust the Feet
 Figure 2-18 Extend 3 Stacking Legs
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4. Loosen the rear stacking leg nuts
On the rear stacking legs (Figure 2-19), loosen 
the nuts so the legs have some lateral 
movement for easier alignment with the 
stacking mounts on the other projector.
• If upright, release on top projector
• If inverted, release on bottom projector
5. Release and remove three safety pins.
The 3 safety pins must be removed from the stacking mounts so that 
the stacking legs can fit into the mounts (Figure 2-20). 
• If upright, remove the pins from the mounts on the bottom projec-
tor
• If inverted, remove the 3 safety pins from the mounts on the top 
projector
6. Place top projector on bottom projector.
With 1 person on each side, lift the top projector on to the bottom 
projector, aligning all 3 stacking points between projectors. The legs 
(4) should fit inside the stacking mounts.
  Minimum of 2 people required.
7. Align the holes in the 3 stacking mounts and 3 stacking legs.
On each stacking mount, turn 
the adjusting wheel slightly 
until the hole in the top portion 
of the mount lines up with the 
hole in the stacking leg (Figure 
2-21). NOTE: You can 
increase leverage by using a 
screwdriver in the holes.
8. Insert 3 safety pins and LOCK all.
 Figure 2-19 Loosen 2 Nuts
 Figure 2-20 Remove Safety Pins
 Figure 2-21 Align Holes in Mounts and Legs, and LOCK with Pin 
						

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  Critical Safety Procedure.
At each of the 3 stacking points, insert the safety pin fully through the holes in the stacking mounts and 
stacking legs (Figure 2-21). Ensure that each pin is fully inserted to engage the safety lock and secure the 
projectors together. Failure to engage the safety lock could cause the projectors to separate and result in 
injury or death.
  Failure to engage the safety lock could cause the projectors to separate and result in injury or
death.
9. Leg Nuts.
Before hoisting, firmly tighten the nuts on the 2 rear stacking legs (Figure 2-21). If you are ready to align 
the projectors to one another, leave these nuts slightly loose until after the alignment.
10. Repeat steps 1–9 if stacking a third projector.
  Never stack more than 3 projectors.
2.2.5 Alignment Procedure
Stacked projectors must be correctly aligned to one another so that the resulting display is optimized and as 
sharp as possible. If you are also hoisting the stack, hoist the stack into place first and then align. Lock all 
stacking hardware into place to maintain your alignment.
IMPORTANT!  Ensure the stacking legs are extended at least 1 inch and are slightly loosened. Refer to
Figure 2-18.
Before You Begin
• Always align to the fixed projector. In floor-mount or table-mount (i.e., non-hoisted) stacks, you will align to 
the bottom projector as shown in drawings below. In hoisted stacks, align to the top projector.
• Leg nuts must be loosened before alignment; otherwise the stacking mounts will not turn and allow move-
ment of the projector.
Alignment Procedure:
1. Position the first image (fixed projector).
Position the fixed projector (first) image as desired and align the other image(s) to it as described below.
2. Display the grid test pattern.
Display the Grid Test Pattern. To distinguish each image, enable “Red” for 1 display and “Green” for the 
other. Refer to 3.7 Image Settings Menu if you need help enabling colors.
3. Adjust Focus.
Focus the images for both projectors.
4. Coarse Alignment.
Adjust the Zoom and Offset on the top projector to precisely move its test pattern display on to the bottom 
test pattern. When properly aligned, all red/green grid lines in the combined image will turn yellow.
• If all lines are well aligned, skip to Step 6. b. to lock all stacking mounts.
• If alignment needs fine adjustment, proceed with the next step.