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still exhibit a single color temperature.
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If you do not want to use or apply Brightness Uniformity settings, delete the
checkmark from the “Uniformity Enable” checkbox at the top of the Brightness
Uniformity menu.
Occasionally the projector may encounter an error condition that interrupts normal
operation. Such a condition can be caused by an invalid user entry, an input signal
error (most common) or other system error.
If you would like to be notified on-screen of such errors, select the “Screen” option
from the “Display Error Messages” pull-down list (in Preferences menu). If you
would like to be notified via a serial communication only, select the “RS-232” option
instead. To receive both notifications, select “All”. To disable error messages (except
for invalid user entries), select “Off”.
NOTE: Error messages also always appear at the rear LCD next to the keypad.
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Any keypad entry not recognized by the projector will trigger an on-screen error
message describing the problem. For example, if you specify a channel number that
has not been defined, the message “Invalid Channel will appear. Or if you try to enter
the wrong password, you’ll see “Invalid Password”. Press 
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message and eliminate the message box.
NOTE: Displaying of “Invalid User Entry” messages cannot be disabled, even if
Display Error Messages has been set to “Off”.
Input signal errors messages appear when you are in presentation level (i.e., when
there are no menus present) and have selected an input on which the projector detects
a problem. While menus remain operational and pressing any key will temporarily
remove the message from the screen, you must resolve the signal problem in order to
permanently eliminate the message.
NOTE: Input signal messages appear on-screen only if 
Display Error Messages has
been set to “Screen” or “All”.
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The message No signal appears when there is no signal detected at the selected
input. Both HSYNC and VSYNC are inactive and the screen background is black.
Connect or correct the signal, or select another input.
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The message Bad Sync is displayed when HSYNC or VSYNC are active but the
signal cannot be displayed. Such a condition occurs when only one of the two signals
is present, or when either signal is unstable or of the wrong frequency. Correct the
signal or select another input.

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In addition to the common Bad Sync and “No Signal” errors, you may encounter a
signal error message indicating that Hsync and/or Vsync are either too fast or too
slow. When such a message appears, check the frequencies shown in the Status
menu. If they are correct, then the signal is not recognized by the projector. On some
PCs you may be able to change the settings to generate a compatible signal. If the
frequencies shown in the Status menu are incorrect, check the cabling to see where
the problem is.
When the projector encounters a system malfunction, either a System Warning
message or a System Error message may appear. Both types of messages are
accompanied by a steady red “Power” LED and a flashing red-and-yellow error code
on the “Status” LED. This condition indicates the need for service by a qualified
service technician.
NOTE: System messages appear on-screen only if 
Display Error Messages has been
set to “Screen” or “All”.
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A system warning message indicates that a system malfunction has been detected
(see Status LED Codes, below). A system warning message replaces any input signal
message and disappears when the input signal status changes. While the projector
will remain operational, the message indicates the presence of a serious problem that
should be reported to the manufacturer. You can press 
 to remove the message,
but for best results you should reset the projector—power the projector down and up
again with the 
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A system error message indicates that a serious malfunction has been detected and
must be reported to the manufacturer (see Status LED Codes, below). The projector
will no longer operate and must be reset—power the projector down and up again
with the 
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If the Status LED on the back of the projector repeatedly flashes a pattern of yellow
and red light while the Power LED glows a continuous red, you have encountered a
likely system error requiring the attention of a qualified service technician (see
System Warnings and System Errors, above). Try resetting the projector by powering
it off and on again, cooling when necessary. Consult Table 3.3 and contact your
dealer if the problem persists.
The specific pattern of flashing indicates the 2-digit code identifying the type of
problem encountered—the number of yellow flashes represents the first digit and the
number of red flashes indicates the second digit. For example, a pattern of “yellow-
yellow-red-red-red” is “Code 23”, meaning the lamp ballast (power supply) is
overheated. These codes are listed in Table 3.3. 6
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If you encounter a system error, try resetting the projector by powering it off and on again
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This projector is CSA approved and is designed for safe and reliable operation.
However, safe operation cannot be assured by design alone; installers, maintainers,
and users must maintain a safe operating environment for the system. Please read
through and understand the following warnings and guidelines promoting safe usage
of the projector.
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Observe and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle alerts the user
to important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the projector.
The lightning flash and arrowhead symbol within the equilateral
triangle alerts the user to non-insulated dangerous voltage within
the projectors enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
Operate the projector in an environment which meets the operating range
specifications in Section 5, Specifications. Do not operate the projector close to
water, such as near a swimming pool.
Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the
projector is to be ceiling mounted, only use a Christie-approved
ceiling mount fixture.
A projector and cart combination should be used with care. Sudden
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
projector and cart combination to overturn.

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The arc lamp operates at a very high temperature and
pressure. Failure to allow the lamp to sufficiently cool prior to
handling could result in an explosion causing personal injury
and/or property damage. After turning the projector off it is
important that you wait at least five minutes before
unplugging it. This provides enough time for the internal lamp cooling fans to cool
the lamp and to automatically shut off. Cool completely before handling.
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),/7(5 Replace the side filter every 1000 hours or sooner. If this filter is not
replaced, air flow may become restricted and cause the projector to overheat.
See 4.4, Replacing the Lamp and Filter
 for the complete replacement procedure.
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Only use attachments or accessories recommended by Christie, such as the specific
power cord supplied. Use of other attachments or accessories with this projector may
result in the risk of fire, shock or personal injury.
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Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Locate the projector where the cord
cannot be abused by persons walking on it or objects rolling over it.
Operate the projector at the specified voltage only. Do not overload power outlets
and extension cords as this can result in fire or shock hazards.
The projector is equipped with a three wire plug having a third (grounding) pin. This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an
electrician to have the outlet replaced. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
Before unplugging the power cord, make sure the internal
lamp cooling fans have shut off. The fans automatically shut
off when the projector has adequately cooled down.
Slots and openings in the projector provide ventilation. To
ensure reliable operation of the projector and to prevent overheating, these openings
must never be blocked or covered. The projector should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heat register. The projector should not be placed in an enclosure unless
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Do not push objects of any kind into the projector through the ventilation openings.
They may touch dangerous voltages or short-out components resulting in a fire or
shock hazard. Do not spill liquids of any kind into the projector. Should an accidental
spill occur, immediately unplug the projector and have it serviced by a qualified
service technician.
If any of the following conditions exist, immediately unplug the projector from the
power outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel.
x The power cord has been damaged.
x The internal cooling fans do not come on when the projector is first turned on.
x Liquid has been spilled into the projector.
x The projector has been exposed to excessive moisture.
x The projector does not operate normally.
x The projector has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
x Projector performance has deteriorated.
Do not attempt to service the projector yourself. All servicing must be performed by
a qualified Christie service technician only. If replacement parts are required, it is
important that only Christie-approved parts are used. Other parts may result in fire,
electric shock or risk of personal injury.
Clean the projector when required. Before cleaning, always unplug the projector from
the power outlet.
To avoid the risk of scratching the lens, clean the lens only if absolutely required. A
small amount of dust on the lens will have very little effect on picture quality. If the
lens must be cleaned, use a DRY soft cotton cloth. Clean gently in a circular motion.
It is important to never touch the glass surface of the lamp, as the oil imprint will
seriously degrade lamp performance. Should you accidentally touch the surface of
the lamp, clean carefully with a lint-free cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
Clean the case with a soft dampened cloth. Use a mild commercial cleaner. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
The optional IR Remote Keypad uses four AA size, 1.5V batteries (preferably
alkaline). To install new batteries, open the battery compartment at the back side of
the keypad by pulling on the raised portion of the cover as shown (Figure 4.1).
Remove the old batteries and properly discard. Wait a minute or two and place the
new batteries in the compartment, orienting the positive/negative of each battery
according to the labels in the compartment. When batteries are in place, replace the
cover by inserting its bottom edge first and snapping the top into place. Do not force.
NOTE: Always wait a minute or two when replacing batteries so that the internal
electronics discharge and can recognize the change. 6HUYLFLQ
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NOTE: For this procedure you will need a “Roadster / Vista / Mirage 5000 Lamp
and Filter Replacement Kit” or a “DLV1280-DX / Mirage 2000 Lamp and Filter
Replacement Kit”. Both are manufactured by Christie Digital Systems.
The high brightness of your projector is provided by a Xenon lamp (500W in Mirage
2000, 1200W in Mirage 5000) permanently mounted inside its own protective
housing. For maximum brightness, this lamp assembly should be replaced after 1000
hours of use.
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The number of hours logged on the current lamp appears both in the Lamp submenu
(accessed through the Advanced menu) and the Status menu. In the Status menu, do
not confuse “Lamp Hours” with “Lamp Counter”, which indicates the number of
hours logged during the current rental period only and is normally used just for
rented projectors.
NOTE: As the lamp nears its limit (as set in 
Lamp Limit), a message can appear on
screen to warn that the lamp needs to be replaced. To make sure that this warning
appears, enter a checkmark in the 
Lamp Message checkbox located in the 
Lamp
submenu.
You will need a long (10”) Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.
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Turn the projector off and allow the cooling fans to stop automatically before
proceeding with Step 2.
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When the cooling fans have stopped, turn main power off and unplug the projector.
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x See Figure 4.2. Remove
the 3 screws securing the
projector’s left side panel.
x Lower the panel slightly
to clear two pins at the
bottom edge of the
projector.
x Pull the panel off to
expose the lamp door
near the front corner.
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screws fastening the lamp door
shut.
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x The lamp module is secured
to its adjustment plate with 3
large spring-loaded T-bolts
that lock in-and-out with a
90° turn (they are the largest
heads visible on the
adjustment plate). To remove
each T-bolt, use a Phillips
screwdriver to 
push and
turn each bolt 
90°. The pin
behind each bolt will align
with its slot and pop the bolt
free. See right. NOTE: If you
can’t access the bottom
screw in the 5000, decrease
vertical offset.
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x Pull the lamp module out slightly. Note that it is still attached to a “terminal
block” which connects to the lamp power supply via anode and cathode
cables–the lamp module cannot be fully removed yet.
x Remove the single screw securing the lamp module to the terminal block. See
Figure 4.5. The lamp should now be fully free–refer to the recycling/disposal
instructions provided with the new lamp kit.
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x Secure the new lamp module to the terminal block with the single screw, then
insert into the lamp compartment as described below:
x 
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into the lamp
compartment, the
terminal block
should be located
at approximately
“9 o’clock
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roughly centered
and on the side of
the lamp facing the
projector rear
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lamp cables are
twisted together, and secure all cabling as shown in 
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compartment, the terminal block should be
located at approximately “3 o’clock
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roughly centered and on the side of the
lamp facing the projector front
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the cables travel over the lamp, i.e. NOT
along the lamp compartment floor. See
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x Roughly align the 3 T-bolts on the lamp to the 3 slots in the adjustment plate
at the rear of the lamp compartment.
x Push the lamp all the way back and make sure the pin on each T-bolt aligns
with its slot on the alignment plate–slowly turn each until the clearance slot is
located. Then push and turn each T-bolt 
90° to lock. See Figure 4.8.
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