Christie Projector Mirage 4K25 User Manual

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Installation and Setup
This section explains how to install, co nnect, and optimize the projector display.
Site requirements
To safely install and operate the projector, the inst allation location must have restricted access for 
authorized personal only and me et these minimum requirements.
Physical operating environment
• Maximum Ambient Temperature (operating) 35°C (95°F)
• Minimum Ambient Temperature (operating) 10°C (50°F)
External exhaust ducting
The installation site must provide a minimum of 450 CFM (ft 3/min) external exhaust airflow to 
ensure adequate cooling of the Xenon arc lamp at  less than or equal to 25°C (77°F) ambient and 
less than 3,000 ft (914.4 m) elevation. Above 25°C or 3,000 ft, 600 CFM is required. 
For more details, see  Connect external exhaust ducting  on page 28.
Power connection
The requirements listed below are applicable for  permanently wired installation or power cord 
connection:
• Terminal block, electrician hard -wired to the projector head.
• Electrical rating: 200 - 240 VAC, 23 A max.
• This product can be connected to an IT power distribution system.
Tools required for installation
• 12” screwdrivers: Phillips #2 (magnetic) and flat
• 19mm and 7/8” wrenches
• Assorted Allen keys (metric) 
						

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• Christie approved protective safety clothing if working with the lamp
• Lens cleaning tissue and solution 
						

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Projector components
IDItemDescription
A Touch panel controller (TPC) A touch-sensitive scre en used to control and monitor operation. For 
information about TPC controls and settings, see  Menus on page 58.
B LED status indicators LED color and blinking rates (l ocated in both back corners of the projector) 
provide information about the status of  the projector. For information about 
projector states and status, see  LED expected behavior on power up on 
page 53.
C Manual douser override Closing the  douser rotates a shutter blade in front of the lamp and reduces 
the lamp power to 2.0 kW to conser ve lamp life. The override is for 
emergency use only.
D Lamp door and lamps The lamp door provides access to the lamp compartment and must remain 
closed and locked for normal operatio n. Lamp replacement should only be 
performed by qualified technicians. Fo r a complete list of available lamp 
types, see  Accessories  on page 92.
E Exhaust duct and vane switch Extracts heated air fro m the lamp compartment. The vane switch mounted 
inside the rigid port  monitors airflow. See Site requirements  on page 21.
F Liquid cooling air filter Cover 
and air filter Filters air before it circulates to co
ol the heat exchanger. For replacement 
instructions, see Inspect and clean the lamp  on page 72.
G Shroud (two-piece) Covers the motorized lens mount assembly.
H Projection lens A variety of lenses can be used  with the D4K2560Mirage 4K25. For a list of 
available lenses, see  on page 94
I Air filter cover and air filter Filters the intake air be fore it circulates through the front compartment to 
cool the main electronics. For replacement instructions, see  Inspect and 
clean the lamp  on page 72.
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Position the projector
1. Position the projector at an appropriate th row distance (projector-to-screen distance) and 
vertical position. Ideally, center the projector  with the screen. If space is limited, aim the 
projector slightly off-center. This increases side keystoning, but reduces the horizontal lens 
offset required.
2. If using an optional rack stand (P/N: 108-282101-02), assemble the rack stand using the  instructions provided with the rack stand.  Use the hold down clamp (P/N: 116-100101-01) 
when securing the projector to the rack stand.
J Input panel faceplate Provides a variety of ports fo r connecting external devices. For information 
about connecting devi ces and inputs, see Connect Devices on page 37.
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Keep the projector lens as perpendicular to the sc reen as possible, even if significantly above the 
screen center. When a particularly  short throw distance combines wi th a wide screen, you may have 
to forfeit some aim and stay more perpendicular to  the screen. In such cases, some lens offset can 
reduce the keysto ne distortion.
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Connect to AC power
1. On the bottom of the projector in the front lamp-side corner, loosen the two screws and slide 
the access panel to expose the terminal block.
2. Remove four screws securing the knockout plate to the bottom right corner of the front bezel.  Remove the knockout plate. The AC supply is routed to the terminal block through an 
appropriate strain relief mounted on this knockout plate.
Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
• Certified electrician required during installation. Ground (earth) connection is necessary for  safety. Never compromise safety by return ing the current through the ground. Connect 
ground first to reduce shock hazard.
• Use an appropriate strain relief connector on the AC supply cable to prevent the cable from  rubbing against the LPS knockout  plate and becoming damaged.
When connecting the projector directly to AC  power, follow all electrical codes for your 
location. In addition, follow these recommendations:
• Use 10AWG or 8AWG wiring. The distance  between the wall circuit breaker and the 
projector must not exceed 20 meters using 10AW G cables or 30 meters using 8AWG cables.
• For North American installations, use at leas t 10AWG copper wires for the connection of the 
main AC supply to the projector’s ground lug.
• Copper or aluminum are acceptable as conductor wiring material to  the terminal block.
When connecting the projector to AC power with a pluggable type-B cable, follow all electrical 
codes for your location. In additi on, follow these recommendations:
• There must be easy access to the current pr otection device or breaker in the building.
• Use minimum 10AWG wiring, with a maximum  length of 4.5 m for U.S and Canada. For 
international installations the length should  be based on the local electrical codes.
• The socket-outlet is installed near th e equipment and is easily accessible.
• The plug can be used as the device disconnect and is near the unit and easily accessible.  The circuit breaker on the projector baseplate  (located under the front lens-side corner) can 
also be used as a  means of disconnect. 
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3. Connect to the terminal block. 
• If connecting to permanent power, connect the AC power source to the terminal block, beginning with the ground 
lead. 
• If connecting to a pluggable type-B cable, connect the cable  to the terminal block, beginning with the ground lead. 
• Use an appropriately sized strain relief connector with the knockout plate provided to  ensure adequate environmental sealing an d to prevent the cables from wear and 
accidentally being torn out.
4. Reinstall the knockout plate and secure it with four screws.
5. Reinstall the bottom access panel over the terminal block and secure it with two screws.
If using a pluggable type-B cable, conne ct to the building’s AC power source.
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The terminal block accommodates up to an eight 
AWG wire. If required, us e a 90° strain relief 
connector to route the po wer cable in a downward 
direction. 
Always connect the gr ound lead first to reduce shock hazard.
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Adjust the projector tilt and level
Adjust the projector tilt to fill the maximum amount  of screen while minimizing keystone. Lens offset 
can be used to center the image in the center of the screen..
1. Secure a safety lifting strap ra ted to handle the projector weight at the rear of the projector.
2. Hoist up the projector.
3. To adjust the vertical or horizontal position of  the projector, extend or retract the adjustable feet 
on the bottom of the projector (A).
4. Once the required adjustment is made, tighten the lock nut against  the bottom of the projector (B).
The projector provides 4 inches of  adjustment at the front and 11.5 
inches of adjustment at the rear. 
5. If the vertical or horizontal position of the projector requires more  adjustment than the standard feet  allow, two 6-inch extension rods 
can be installed to increase the amount of available adjustment.
Install the foot extension rods
1. Elevate the rear of the projector to access the two rear feet.
2. Remove the feet by loosening the lock nut an d rotating the each foot out of the projector.
3. Add the extension rods to the standard feet.
4. Thread the extended feet into the projector’s baseplate. 
5. Adjust the feet until the required tilt is achieved.
6. Lock the feet in place by turning each lock nut until it fits tight against the projector.  
Warning!  Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
• The projector’s rear safety  strap must be in place before  adjusting the projector feet.
• Do not over-extend the feet. Make sure several  threads are engaged into the projector’s baseplate 
to secure the projector from falling. 
Notice.  Failure to comply with the following may result in property damage.
The front-to-back tilt of the proj ector must not exceed 15 degrees.
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Install the touch panel controller
1. Loosen the mounting arm just enough for the end to fit over the ball joint located on the rear 
panel of the projector.
The touch panel controller (TPC) becomes loose from the mounting arm when the mounting 
arm lock is loosened.
2. Tighten the mounting arm lock until it fits tightly on the joint. The TPC safety strap comes installed on the projector ball point.
3. Connect the cable from the touch panel controller (TPC) to the connector on the rear panel of  the projector.
4. Adjust the TPC angle for optimal viewing, then  tighten the mounting arm lock securely so that 
the TPC is held in place at the required location.
 
Connect external exhaust ducting
Connect the existing outside-venting duct to the 8-inch 
diameter exhaust port on the top of the projector. Make sure 
there are no obstructions or bends in the ducting or air 
intakes and the vane switch at the exit duct moves freely.
The pre-installed outside-venting duct should be rigid at the 
projector and must also include a heat extractor and blower 
that maintains a minimum of 45 0 CFM* when the projector is 
operating at less than or equal to 25°C (77°F) ambient and 
less than 3,000 feet (914.4 m), when measured at the 
projector exhaust opening.
To determine the projector exhaust CFM value, use an airflow 
meter to measure the ft/min at the rigid end of the open 
exhaust duct that connects to the projector. Take the 
measurement at the end of the duct without the projector 
connected.
Warning!  Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
At minimum, a 10-inch (25.4 cm) long, strong me tal duct must be installed at the projector 
and installed to an outside vent ing duct system to prevent glas s shards from exiting the duct 
in the event of a lamp explosion. 
Notice.  Failure to comply with the following may result in property damage.
*600 CFM is required in projection rooms  with an ambient temperature above 25°C or 
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Use this formula to determine the CFM value for the projector: 
Add an extractor or a booster if there is insuffic ient airflow. Do not mount the extractor on the 
projector as this may introduce some vibration into the image.
Remove the projector shroud
The lens side shroud must be removed to gain access to the lens. The other shroud must be 
removed when connecting the AC power cord into the front face of the projector.
1. Use finger pressure to push down on the sh roud clips located at the top and bottom of the 
shroud as shown by the arrows.
2. Carefully slide the shroud sideways and forward away from the lens mount and lens.
Lamp TypeMin. Airflow (CFM) Required
2.0 kW 450 CFM*
3.0 kW 450 CFM*
*600 CFM is required in projection r ooms with ambient temperature above 25°C 
(77°F) or elevation (above sea level)  greater than 3000 feet (914.4 m).
Notice. Failure to comply with the following may result in property damage.
Never disable the vane switch. Attempting to  operate the projector with inadequate airflow 
can result in dangerous overheating of the projector. 
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To prevent the projector from overheating or becoming unsafe, an alarm sounds if the duct 
is obstructed or a fan fails. Christie reco mmends regularly verifying that the exhaust is 
unobstructed and fu nctioning correctly.
Warning! Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
• Never install the shroud for overhead installations.
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3. Place the shroud covers on a clean surface to prevent scratches.
Set up the lens
1. Remove the projector shroud. 
2. Make sure the lens locking lever is in the up position.
3. If attached, remove the rear lens cap from the lens.
4. Slide the lens into the lens mount, aligning all connections. 
5. Secure the lens with the lens locking lever (down position).
6. Calibrate the lens motors. 
For more details, see  Work with lenses on page 56, Remove the projector shroud  on page 29, and 
Calibrate the lens motors  on page 75.
Warning! Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
• Keep fingers and other body parts away from the  moving parts in the projector. Motors and fans 
may start without warning.
• Tie back long hair, remove jewelry and loose cl othing before manually adjusting the projector.
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Notice.  Failure to comply with the following may result in property damage.
The lens seals the projection head, preventing contaminants from entering the main electronics area. 
Do not operate the projector without a lens installed.  Use a lens plug when installing or transporting 
the projector. 
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Always install the lens with UP label in the  top position to achieve consistent boresight 
alignment each time the lens is replaced.
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