Christie Projector Mirage Hd20k J Specifications

							Designed with your image in mind.
J Series
3D mapping
Amusement
Arenas/Stadiums
Broadcast
CorporateEnergy
Events/Large venues
Government
Higher education
Home theaterHouses of worship
Manufacturing
Medical training
Scientific research
And more… 
						

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   6850-9350 center lumens 
SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) 
HD (1920 x 1080) 
WUXGA (1920 x 1200)   13,200-22,000 center lumens  
SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) 
HD (1920 x 1080) 
WUXGA (1920 x 1200)
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Reliability is in its genes. Performance is its genius.
Superior performance, high brightness and crisp, clear 
images – these are what you expect in a Christie® 3-chip 
DLP® projector. We’ve taken these features, added even 
more, and wrapped them up in the most compact chassis 
in its class. Welcome to the Christie J Series. This series of 
Christie projectors couples the benefits of Xenon illumination 
– for the most natural color accuracy and stability – with 
the next level of technology, performance and flexibility. 
Creating visually compelling displays is paramount to your 
success. That’s our business too, so we’ve made higher 
brightness, Christie Twist
™, 3D upgradability and flexibility 
standard in this series. You’ll see we’ve upgraded our existing 
3-chip DLP platform with the features and functionality that 
you rely on to share, collaborate and create.  We’ve kept your bottom line in mind, as well. We’ve made 
sure that this new series can use existing lenses
1, lamps, input 
cards2, stacking hardware and other Christie accessories.
The Christie J Series includes 2D and Mirage (3D-capable) 
models that are available in a broad range of brightness 
levels and resolutions. Whether your application is in 
broadcast, energy, entertainment, government, higher 
education, houses of worship, live events, manufacturing or 
medical, choose the model that fits your needs and budget, 
and know that all this is backed by Christie’s three-year 
warranty and our industry-leading service and support.
1, 2 See note on page 12. 
						

							Xenon Illum
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up to 22,000 
lumens of Xenon 
brightness
You’ve told us how much you love 
Xenon technology and we think we 
know why. The continuous light quality, 
stable color temperature, excellent color 
reproduction and relatively little color 
shift give you eye-catching live displays, 
easily combat other light sources in the 
room and still wow your audiences time 
and again. That’s reliability you can trust.
Available in brightness levels ranging 
from 6200 ANSI (6850 center) lumens 
through 20,000 ANSI (22,000 center) 
lumens and three resolutions, SXGA+ 
(1400 x 1050), HD (1920 x 1080) and 
WUXGA (1920 x 1200), each model 
offers more brightness per pound than 
the competition and ensures that your 
content can be shown in its native 
resolution, without scaling. 
Christie J Series models1
ModelCenter lumensResolution
Christie DS+8K-J 7500
SXGA+
Christie DS+10K-J 9350
SXGA+
Christie HD7K-J 6850 
HD
Christie HD9K-J 8800
HD
Roadster S+14K-J 13,750
SXGA+
Roadster S+18K-J 17,600
SXGA+
Roadster S+22K-J 22,000
SXGA+
Roadster HD14K-J 13,200
HD
Roadster HD16K-J 15,400
HD
Roadster HD20K-J 20,000
HD
Roadster WU20K-J 20,000
WUXGA
only Xenon in its class 
Christie is the only manufacturer to offer
Xenon models that provide less than 10,000
lumens. The 1.0kW and 1.2kW Cermax
® lamps 
make it possible for us to provide models in   
the 7000- to 10,000-lumen category.
The Christie J Series offers the best  
color performance of any product in  
this market space.
Yellow notch filter 
Available as an optional feature for all 
Christie J Series models, the yellow notch 
filter is an optical color management device 
that emulates film-like color. It creates 
greater separation between the primary 
colors, RGB, resulting in a larger available 
color gamut for better reproduction of skin 
tones and richer color depth and saturation. 
This is especially apparent in green and red 
tones, resulting in a more life-like display on 
the screen. This color filter must be factory 
installed at time of purchase.
Typical 
color gamut
Expanded 
YNF gamut
   Standard color gamut   Expanded color gamut
   Optional yellow notch filter is ideal for 
video applications
 Xenon vs high pr essure Mercury lamps
Mercury
Xenon
350.00 400.00 450.00 500.00 550.00 600.00 650.00 700.00 750.00 800.00
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0.8
1.0
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Wavelength (nm)
advantages of Xenon lamps
Provides the highest level of on-screen 
performance, both for brightness and 
color accuracy
The spectrum of a Xenon lamp results  
in relatively little color shift over time
A Xenon lamp emits a continuous 
wavelength spectrum of light throughout 
the visible range (roughly 400 nm to 700 
nm), which approximates the neutral 
white color of natural daylight
Reaches full brightness in far less time 
than other lamp technologies
Great for illuminating very large 
screens or high ambient environments
Xenon lamps have the best color 
rendering index (CRI) of any lamp 
technology out there
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Crisp, clean images time and again 
There are many factors that determine the quality of an image – 3-chip DLP technology, high-quality optics  
and world-class 10-bit image processing ensure you display the best image. You need all of these elements 
working together if you’re going to present clear, detailed, true-to-life images and information. The Christie  
J Series encompasses all of this and more. We’ve also added a dust-sealed engine and optics to help protect 
your investment and keep maintenance costs low. Liquid cooling and a thermal-feedback system keep your 
projector at a temperature that ensures optimal performance.
 3-chip DLP technology
Image quality
Based on 3-chip DLP technology, high-quality  
optics and world-class 10 -bit image processing,  
the Christie J Series delivers:
High brightness
Excellent color
Excellent uniformity
High reliability (>100,000 hours MTBF for DMDs)
High contrast
Excellent fill ratio
Dust-sealed engine
Christie J Series projectors are designed with dust-sealed 
engines and optics. Since dust and dirt cannot affect the 
system, image quality is maintained and maintenance costs 
are lower. Optional fog juice filters are available for projectors 
exposed to harsh environments. 
liquid cooling
Christie Roadster and Christie Mirage models (equipped 
with a 2.0kW, 2.4kW or 3kW lamp) include a thermal-
feedback system and a liquid-cooling module for the DMDs 
to continually maintain the projector’s temperatures in the 
correct operating range. This improves the overall DMD 
performance and reliability when used in harsh environments. 
It also enables the projector to operate in temperatures up to 
104°F (40°C) allowing for use in less than ideal conditions.
 Liquid cooling
   Solomon Victory Theater National 
World War II Museum, New Orleans, LA
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							embedded Christie twist
Standard in all Christie J Series models, Christie Twist enables 
seamless edge blending of multiple curved images faster 
and more easily than through traditional, manual methods. 
Controlled by an easy-to-use GUI, you can expertly control 
and edge blend or stack multiple curved images. As well, 
images can be warped to fit virtually any dimension or shape 
display. Embedded Christie Twist ensures that all J Series 
projectors work with value-added accessories, such  
as Christie AutoStack
™.
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Intelligent lens System (IlS)
The ILS automatically recognizes and calibrates a lens 
when it is installed. Stepper motor-based encoding ensures 
that motor drift does not occur, as typically found with DC 
encoded motors, providing accurate and repeatable recall 
of all lens offset, zoom and focus positions. This lens system 
ensures that the images adjust to optimize screen coverage 
and maintain alignment in applications with moving screens 
or variable aspect ratios.
taking performance to a new level
We’ve embedded powerful features such as Christie Twist and an Intelligent Lens System (ILS™), edge blending and color 
matching capabilities to ensure that setup and maintenance of your displays are repeatable, quick and easy. Monitoring and 
controlling your displays from a distance are made simple with our ChristieNET
™ web interface. And, when you’re close to 
your projector our intuitive LCD keypad gives straightforward, easy access to manage your display. Additional hardware or 
software is no longer required; making your life easier.
The Christie J Series platform supports existing stacking hardware, lenses
1, input cards2 and other Christie accessories 
(e.g. portrait lens adapter); as well, the new lamp modules for the Ch\
ristie J Series can be used with legacy Xenon 
projector models. This keeps money in your pocket and your displays amazin\
g audiences. 
1, 2 See note on page 12.
 Easy-to-use GUI Easy-to-use GUI
   Image on curved   
screen – without blending   Curved  screen   
– with blending
“ For a recent show, I needed to project onto a 
multi-dimensional stage with two double-stacked 
Christie Roadster projectors. I used one PC-based 
video server per projector to be able to fit the 
predesigned image and content onto the stage 
surface, as well as geometrical adjustments to each 
image independently in order to converge them all. 
 
If Christie Twist had been installed in the projectors, 
I could have used two computers instead of four, 
had less image lag, and it would have been cheaper 
and faster to get the job done. I now see that 
it makes complete sense to have Christie Twist 
on every projector used in projection mapping 
displays because it makes set up easier, reduces the 
number of the video servers needed for the job and 
decreases the failure points of the whole system.” 
 
Bart Kresa 
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 Grammy awar d winner Alicia Keys’ “As I Am” world tour 
						

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CD keypad
This easy-to-use LCD keypad includes:
Contextual menus provide a fully-featured, intuitive 
interface that removes the need for a cluttered keypad
Large, four line LCD display
Adjustable brightness and timed LCD off mode
Intuitive, user-friendly keypad design that lights up when 
features are active 
Active keys are color-coded amber to indicate that 
selections will result in changes visible to the audience
Christienet web interface and  
V irtual  o n-Screen Display ( o SD) 
ChristieNET enables users to access all projector menus 
and controls through a web interface without disrupting the 
live presentation. This allows for real-time adjustments and 
monitoring of each projector on the network – regardless 
of geographic location. It’s easy to set up and maintain the 
projector system remotely. You don’t need to see the screen 
to set up the system, making it ideal for applications where 
the screen is rigged or far away. The menus do not show on 
the projector screen so it won’t be a distraction during live 
performances. A new status screen shows alarms, lamp info, 
or any system information. The easy-to-use interface lets you 
upload, backup and restore settings, as well as designate 
permission-based users.
liteloC
The LiteLOC™ feature automatically manages your display’s 
brightness levels over time so that you can match the 
brightness of a multiple projector system in tiled or blended 
arrays. This feedback system continuously monitors lamp 
brightness so that, as the lamp goes through its natural 
brightness decay, the system increases the lamp power in 
order to maintain consistent brightness.
 Without LiteLOC With LiteLOC
embedded edge blending  
and color matching
Advanced blending capabilities and Comprehensive Color 
Adjustment (CCA
™) ensure digitally accurate color matching 
and uniformity across multi-screen blended or tiled images. 
   Without  edge   
blending   With  edge   
blending
   Main page contr ols  
and information   Virtual On Screen Display  (OSD): access full menu  
structure, remotely
   Admin scr een includes 
upload, backup, restore  
and more   Status and diagnostics: display 
alarm events for quick pr ojector 
monitoring and diagnosis   Intuitive, user -friendly keypad
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Christie m irage J Series models1 
Model Center lumensResolution
Mirage DS+8K-J 7500
SXGA+
Mirage S+14K-J 13,750
SXGA+
Mirage S+18K-J 17,600
SXGA+
Mirage S+22K-J 22,000
SXGA+
Mirage HD7K-J 6850
HD
Mirage HD14K-J 13,200
HD
Mirage HD16K-J 15,400
HD
Mirage HD20K-J 20,000
HD
Mirage WU7K-J 6850
WUXGA
Mirage WU14K-J 13,200
WUXGA
Mirage WU20K-J 20,000
WUXGA
Christie understands 3D
Today, a wide range of applications make use of 3D technology to 
provide a host of benefits – from decreased costs through virtual 
design prototyping, increased effectiveness while exploring oil deposits 
and wells, never-seen-before perspectives designed for medical and 
scientific research programs, or having fun at a theme park. But it’s not 
just any 3D technology that has been used – only Christie has been 
there since the beginning. A true pioneer in the development of 3D 
projection technology, only Christie can offer the expertise required   
for today’s emerging 3D display applications.
Our Christie Mirage J Series of 3D-capable projectors offers complete 
compatibility with today’s 3D standards. They offer brightness levels 
ranging from 6200 ANSI (6850 center) lumens through 20,000 ANSI 
(22,000 center) lumens and contrast ratios that include SXGA+ (4:3),\
 HD 
(16:9) and WUXGA (16:10). The most compact 3-chip DLP active stereo 
projectors in their class, this series of projectors delivers crisp, detailed 
images with excellent color and brightness. 
These projectors offer complete compatibility with today’s 3D home 
entertainment requirements and are ready for Blu-ray
™ 3D video, 
PS3 and other gaming consoles, meeting the mandatory 3D spec for 
HDMI v1.4a. To ensure your 3D solution is complete, Christie also offers 
a range of accessories that include: 3D glasses (active and passive), 
emitters and modulators.  
Powered by dual image processing, the Christie Mirage J Series 
displays full resolution at a native frame rate up to 120Hz. Two standard 
Dual link DVI input cards support 330 MHz bandwidth for full resolution 
Dual input 3D.
For the ultimate home theater including Blu-ray 3D video content, 
the Christie Mirage J Series uses triple flash to provide the best 
images possible, no matter how fast-motion your content might be. 
You can count on Christie to ensure the highest image quality and a 
comfortable theater-like viewing experience.
   University of Reims Champagne-Ar denne (URCA),  
3D display used for scientific research and development
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ctive stereoscopic viewing
 
Active stereoscopic displays provide the best 3D imagery 
available today. Active stereo is typically used for  
applications where life-like color reproduction and finite 
detail are required for precise content in key decision-
making applications. Offering the most detailed and life-like 
3D images, the Christie Mirage J Series uses Xenon-based 
illumination for the best color reproduction and can be used 
with Christie Mirage 3D active stereoscopic accessories, 
including an emitter and LCD shutter glasses. For 
applications that require a larger display for 1:1 scale  
visuals, you can use multiple Christie Mirage J Series 
projectors blended into a single, larger display.
 
Passive stereoscopic viewing
When it comes to 3D for a larger crowd, passive stereoscopic 
displays offer the best return on investment. Using low-cost 
polarized glasses that can be given away or recycled after 
a single use, a passive stereo display is a cost effective way 
to deliver quality 3D images. Combine a silver screen and 
Christie Mirage J Series projectors with Christie Mirage 3D 
accessories, including our passive modulator and circular 
polarized 3D glasses, and you can bring incredible eye-
popping 3D to even the largest of audiences!
active single projector versus  
stacked dual pr ojectors
Single, active 3D projection eliminates the need to stack, 
align and color match projectors and continually monitor 
and match brightness of two projectors for consistent left 
eye/right eye display. Typically for comparable brightness, 
single active 3D projection will operate with less noise, heat, 
physical space requirements and consumables along with 
fewer failure points and overall lower power consumption.
Christie mirage J Series
In addition to offering the highest brightness and a 
variety of resolutions while operating at a full 120Hz, 
the Christie Mirage J Series is flexible in terms of its 
input capabilities, and the type of stereo you wish to 
utilize. The Christie Mirage J Series creates stunning 
3D imagery from a single projector whether you 
want to run commercial-grade 3D inputs like native 
60Hz per eye or the latest consumer standards like  
Blu-ray triple flash or broadcast side-by-side.
image generator
active stereo DLP projectors
(rear projection)
compatible 
screen
active stereo DLP projector
emitter
screen
viewer wearing active glasses
passive 
modulator
active stereo DLP projector
compatible
polarized screen
viewer wearing passive glasses
active stereo 60Hz DLP projectors
compatible
polarized screen
image generator image generator
passive 
modulator
viewer wearing passive glasses
viewer wearing active glasses
image generator
emitter
Passive stereoscopic viewing – single projector
Active stereoscopic viewing – single projectorActive stereoscopic viewing – multiple projectors
Passive stereoscopic viewing – stacked projectors
image generator
active stereo DLP projectors
(rear projection)
compatible 
screen
active stereo DLP projector
emitter
screen
viewer wearing active glasses
passive 
modulator
active stereo DLP projector
compatible
polarized screen
viewer wearing passive glasses
active stereo 60Hz DLP projectors
compatible
polarized screen
image generatorimage generator
passive 
modulator
viewer wearing passive glasses
viewer wearing active glasses
image generator
emitter
Passive stereoscopic viewing – single projector
Active stereoscopic viewing – single projectorActive stereoscopic viewing – multiple projectors
Passive stereoscopic viewing – stacked projectors
image generator
active stereo DLP projectors
(rear pro jection)
compatible 
screen
active stereo DLP projector
emitter
screen
viewer wearing active glasses
passive 
modulator
active stereo DLP projector
compatible
polarized screen
viewer wearing passive glasses
active stereo 60Hz DLP projectors
compatible
polarized screen
image generator image generator
passive 
modulator
viewer wearing passive glasses
viewer wearing active glasses
image generator
emitter
Passive stereoscopic viewing – single projector
Active stereoscopic viewing – single projectorActive stereoscopic viewing – multiple projectors
Passive stereoscopic viewing – stacked projectors 
						

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Standard 3D inputs 
Whether your data content or images are being generated 
by a computer, a Blu-ray player, a gaming console, or a  
server – 3D content comes in a wide variety of shapes and 
sizes. The way that your content is distributed can have an 
impact on your 3D experience.
SourceInput signal typeDual DVI input  
card DVI-D VGA
HDMIAnalog  
BNC input   card RGB/ YPrPb SDI
 Data/Graphics frame sequential - native 3D
• Range 96-120Hz (48-60Hz per eye, >165MPixels < 330M Pixels)•
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• Range 96-120Hz (48-60Hz per eye,