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For information on the video quadrant mapping for Four-Port and Two-Port configurations, see  Two-
Port: TDPIC card  on page 38 and For limitations of one card use for One-Port Dual-Input 3D, see 
Mirage signal connectivity  on page 84.
Connect a video source using DVI
The Dual Link DVI Input card (DDIC) accepts digi tal video data from DVI sources. It does not 
support incoming analog signals. The inpu t configurations listed below are supported.
Only one Four-Port input configuration is available for DVI inputs. For information on the video 
quadrant or column mapping for the DDIC input configuration, see  Two-Port: TDPIC card on page 
38.
Select a video source
After connecting a video source to the projector, you must select it using the touch panel controller 
(TPC).
Input 
ConfigurationDescriptionRequirements
Four-Port Enables connection of four DVI  cables to four DDIC cards. Each DVI 
input supplies one quadrant or column of a 4K input image. This 
configuration supports high resolution  and high frame rate input video 
streams. Four DDIC cards
Two Port Enables connection of two DVI cables to two DDIC cards. Each DVI 
input supplies one of two columns of a 4K image. Tw o  D D I C  c a r d s
Two-Port Dual-
Input 3D May be used for Dual-Input 3D configurations.
Four DDIC cards
One-Port Enables connection of one DVI cable to the DVI input of a DDIC card 
(in any slot). In this configuration, the DVI input supplies the entire 
video raster. One DDIC card
One-Port, Dual-
Input 3D May be used for Dual-Input 3D configurations.
Two DDIC cards
Dual Link DVI Input
PWRAnalog
Digital 2 - VGA
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1. On the TPC, select  Input > Channel.
2. Scroll the list of channels until you find the channel that best matches your configuration.
3. Tap the channel. An image appears on the screen. If an image does  not appear on the screen, repeat steps 1 to 
3, selecting a different channel.
Connect devices to the 3D Sync ports
The 3D Sync Input and Output ports located on  the MCPU faceplate provide a convenient method 
for interfacing the projector to the 3D stereo pr ojection system. The 3D Sync Input should be 
connected to the video source for synchronization of  the left eye/right eye frames of Direct input 3D 
or for frame doubled content. The 3D Sync Input is not required for Dual-Input 3D. The 3D Sync 
Output is available for control of an IR Emitter for active glasses or a polarization device for passive 
glasses.
Connect a computer or server
To communicate with a remote computer, server or an existing network, use an RJ-45 cable to 
connect the Ethernet hub or switch to the Ethernet  port, located on the projector MCPU faceplate. 
When using the Christie serial protocol over Ethernet, connect to port 3002.
For applications or equipment using serial communications, use the Christie-proprietary serial 
protocol to communicate with the RS422 port or the RS232 ports on the MCPU faceplate. 
Notice.  Failure to comply with the following may result in property damage.
The RS232 port located on the MCPU faceplate uses Ch ristie-proprietary protocol and is intended for 
Christie accessories or automation controllers on ly. For more information on the serial commands, 
see the  Mirage 4K Serial API Commands Tec hnical Reference (P/N: 020-101449-XX) . 
						

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Set up the ethernet
Ethernet is setup to obtain an IP address automa tically if a DHCP server is on the network. To 
modify IP settings, or manually enter an address.
1. On the touch panel controller, tap  Menu > Configuration  > Ethernet Settings  > Modify 
IP Settings .
2. Set the network information for the projector: • To obtain information automatically from the network, tap  Automatic.
• To manually enter the network information, tap  Manual and enter the  IP Address, 
Subnet Mask  and Gateway  (optional).
3. Click  Ok.
  
						

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Adjust the Image
This section provides information and proc edures for adjusting the projector image.
Select screen image orientation
The projector supports front projection, rear pr ojection, front projection inverted, and rear 
projection inverted.
1. On the touch panel controller, tap  Menu > Configuration  > Screen Image Orientation .
2. Select the required orientation from the list.
Maximize light output
To ensure optimal operation, use LampLOC to adjust the lamp position whenever a new lamp is 
installed or changes in the projector orientation (for example, from/to portrait mode). 
1. On the touch panel controller, tap  Menu > Lamp >  LampLOC .
2. Tap  Auto LampLOC .
Align the image
This procedure ensures that the image reflected  from the digital micromirror device (DMD) is 
parallel and centered with the lens and screen. Co mplete this procedure before adjusting boresight.
1. Verify that the projector is properly located and positioned relative to the screen. 
2. Display a test pattern that can be used to analyze image focus and geometry.
3. Perform a preliminary focus and (if available) a zoom adjustment with the primary lens  installed. Always focus the center of the image first. 
4. With the test pattern on screen, re-check the pr ojector leveling so the top edge of the image is 
parallel to the top edge of the screen.
For more details, see  Position the projector on page 24 and Work with lenses on page 56. 
						

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Adjust offset
Project an image with the primary lens. Always adjust offset before adjusting boresight.
Select a framing test pattern and then adjust the vertical (A) and horizontal (B) offsets to display a 
square image on the screen, with minimal projector aiming error.  
Adjust horizontal boresight
The purpose of boresight adjustment is to balance the tilt of the lens mount to compensate for screen-to-
projector tilt.
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For the best optical performance an d minimal keystone, use offsets instead of aiming at the center of 
the image, in off-axis installations. 
Avoid extreme tilts or offsets. Corner vignettes on a white test pattern indicate extreme offset that 
should be avoided using mechanical alignment.
Warning!  Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
When doing optical adjustments on an operating  projector and the top lid is removed, everyone 
within the immediate vicinity must wear safety  glasses with side shields and Christie approved 
protective safety clothing (P/N: 598900-95).
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1. Loosen the lens mount stabilization screw (D).
2. Loosen the horizontal lock screw (A).
3. Extend the lens focus (B) completely.
4. Adjust the  Focus using the focus knob to retract the lens. Watch the image at the left edge of 
the screen until it comes into focus. If the entire screen is in focus, proceed to step 7.
5. Continue retracting the lens.
a. If the right side of the image comes into fo cus before the lens is completely retracted, 
adjust the horizontal boresight bolt (C) to balance the left and right edges.
6. If the right side of the image fails to focus, ad just the horizontal boresight bolt (C).When both 
sides appear equally blurry, adjust the offsets to re-center the image.Repeat steps 1 to 5 until 
both sides of the image are focused.
7. Tighten the lock screw (A) and the lens mo unt stabilization screw (D) to maintain the 
adjustments.
8. Check the boresight again.
9. Unless proceeding to adjust vertical boresight, perform a lens calibration.
For more details, see  Calibrate the lens motors  on page 75.
Adjust vertical boresight
1. Focus the image at the top edge of the screen
Warning! Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
When doing optical adjustments on an operating projector and the top lid is removed, everyone 
within the immediate vicinity must wear safety  glasses with side shields and Christie approved 
protective safety clothing (P/N: 598900-95).
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2. Loosen the lens mount stabilization screw (D).
3. Loosen the vertical lock screw (A).
4. Extend the lens focus (B) completely.
5. Adjust the  Focus knob to retract the lens. Watch the imag e at the top edge of the screen until 
it comes into focus. If the entire screen is in focus, proceed to step 8.
6. Continue retracting the lens.
a. If the bottom edge of the image comes into fo cus before the lens is completely retracted, 
adjust the vertical boresight bolt (C) to direct or aim the lens mount UP towards the top 
of the screen to balance out the top/bottom edges.
b. If the top edge of the image is not in focus,  adjust the vertical boresight bolt (C) to direct 
or aim the lens mount toward the bottom of the screen.
7. When both sides appear equally blurry, adjust th e horizontal and/or vertical offset to re-center 
the image on the screen.
8. Repeat Steps 2 to 5 until the top and bo ttom of the screen are both well-focused.
9. Re-focus the center of the image. The goal is for good focus at the center and on all sides.
10. Tighten the lock screw (A) and the lens  mount stabilization screw (D) to maintain the 
adjustments.
11. Check the boresight again.
12. Perform a lens calibration.
For more details, see  Calibrate the lens motors  on page 75.
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Lock the lens offsets
The lens locking feature reduces image vibration. Fo r most applications lens locking is not necessary.
1. Use the touch panel controller (TPC) or manually adjust the lens offsets to the required position.
2. Unpack and install the three lens offset locking screws.
3. Tighten each locking screw until each screw contacts the lens offset collar.
4. With equal pressure, tighten each locking screw against the lens offset collar.
5. Disconnect the lens motor communication cable.
Warning!  Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
When doing optical adjustments on  an operating projector and the top lid is removed, everyone 
within the immediate vicinity must wear safety  glasses with side shields and Christie approved 
protective safety clothing (P/N: 598900-95).
Notice.  Failure to comply with the following may result in property damage.
Lens locking requires the disabling  of the lens offset and focus. Do not attempt to adjust the lens 
offset with the offset lo cking screws installed. 
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When the lens motor communication cable is disconnected, the projector displays an error 
message on the TPC or the LCD display, identifying the loss of communication with the lens 
mount motors. Ignore this error message. 
						

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Adjust DMD convergence
A convergence problem occurs when one or more  projected colors (red, green, blue) appears 
misaligned when examined with a convergence te st pattern. Normally, the three colors should 
overlap precisely to form pure white lines throug hout the image and one or more poorly converged 
individual colors may appear adjacent to some or all of the lines. 
Contact your Christie accredited service technician to correct DMD convergence issues.
Color correction
The Mirage 4K25 provides predefined and custom color adjustments using the Color Correction 
menu. The available color adjustment controls are listed in the table below:
Adjust color by temperature
1. On the touch panel controller, tap  Menu > Configuration  > Color Correction  > Select 
Color Adjustment .
2. From the list, select Color Temperature .
3. Tap  Color Temperature .
4. Adjust the temperature value and tap  OK.
MenuDescription
Max Drives Turns off all color adjustments allowing  the projector to run at maximum brightness.
Color Temperature Allows the specification of a color temperature as expressed in degrees Kelvin. Standard  settings are:
• 9300K—Close to the white of many computer monitors.
• 6500K—Standard for color video in  both standard and HD formats.
• 5400K—Standard for graphics and black and white video.
• 3200K—Useful if the projected image is to be  filtered, or shot as part of a studio set 
illuminated with incandescent lighting.
HD Video Sets the output color va lue to the HD video standard.
Custom Allows custom color adjustments to  be made by the projector operator.
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Color temperature adjusts the overall color gamut  and does not allow for precise adjustments of 
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Adjust color by precise chromaticity values
1. On the touch panel controller, tap  Menu > Configuration  > Color Correction  > Select 
Color Adjustment .
2. From the list, select Custom .
3. Tap  Color Adjustments by X,Y .
4. Adjust the precise hues of each primary color component.
Adjust color by saturation
1. On the touch panel controller, tap  Menu > Configuration  > Color Correction  > Select 
Color Adjustment .
2. From the list, select Custom .
3. Tap  Color Saturation .
4. Adjust the hue of each primary color by using more  or less of it in relation to the other primary 
colors.
Adjust the fold mirror
If a corner or edge of an image is missing, th e fold mirror might be misaligned with the optical 
system. To correct this issue:
1. Remove the four screws securing the fold mi rror plate, on the underside of the projector.
2. Adjust the fold mirror: • Adjust the screw on the lens side to raise or lower the image. 
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Adjusting the color chromaticity values overwrites  any settings applied in the Color Saturation menu.
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Adjusting the color saturation overwrites any settin gs applied in the Color Adjustments by X,Y menu.
Warning! Failure to comply with the following co uld result in death or serious injury.
When doing optical adjustments on an operating projector and the top lid is removed, everyone 
within the immediate vicinity must wear safety  glasses with side shields and Christie approved 
protective safety clothing (P/N: 598900-95).