Christie Projector Mirage M Series User Manual

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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’s...

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• Use a screen size appropriate for the venue but not larger than required. Installing a large screen in a small 
room is similar to watching television at a close range; too large a screen can overpower a room and interfere 
with the overall effect. As a rule, be no closer than 1.5 times the width of the screen.
2.2.2 Projector Position and Mounting
Throw Distance
Throw distance is the distance measured from...

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Table 2.1 WUXGA Vertical Offset Ranges
NOTES: 1) 
Offsets are subject to ±7% centering tolerance. 2)% Offset = # of pixels of offset/half vertical panel 
resolution x 100.
The horizontal position of the image can also be offset; that is moved to the left or right of optical center, by 
adjusting the motorized lens mount. The amount of horizontal offset available depends on the lens installed 
and if the...

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2.2.3 Mounting
There are several methods for mounting the projector. In typical front and rear screen installations the projector 
can be mounted to a secure and level surface, such as a table or cart. Carts are useful when the projector has to 
be moved often. Lock the wheels on a cart, when it is in position, to prevent accidental movement during a 
presentation.
Ceiling Mount
The projector can be inverted...

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Adjusting Tilt
1. Before adjusting tilt, ensure the projector is centered. 
NOTE: Check with site personnel for the degree of 
screen tilt, or measure this incline with a protractor at the screen. 
2. Then tilt the projector to closely match the screen tilt angle by extending or retracting the projector’s 3 
adjustable feet. 
NOTE: 1) For an ideal installation, the lens surface should be centered and...

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2.2.6 Advanced Optical Alignment
Boresight Alignment Procedure
1. Display the Boresight Test Pattern by pressing the T
EST key on the remote keypad or use the built-in 
keypad and press the soft key that displays Test on the LCD display, then U
P ARROW KEY to cycle to 
Boresight, then Enter, see Figure 2-12 Boresight Pattern.
2. Focus the image on cross-hair pattern I. Evaluate the focus on cross-hair image...

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5. Fine tune the focus of cross-hair pattern I by adjusting the appropriate capscrew, see Figure 2-14 Screw 
Locations. Adjust until the cross-hair image is in focus with minimal flare.
6. Adjust cross-hair pattern II, by adjusting the appropriate capscrew, see Figure 2-14 Screw Locations. 
Adjust until the cross-hair image is in focus with minimal flare.
7. Adjust cross-hair pattern III, by adjusting the...

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2.2.7 Powering Down
The projector can be powered down by using one of 
the following methods:
Remote Keypad/Built-In Keypad
• Press and hold P
OWER
OR
• Press P
OWER twice
OR
• Press P
OWER once, then immediately press the 
DOWN key. 
NOTE: For Step 2 and 3, if the 
second key is not pressed immediately, a 
confirmation window will appear. The second key 
press must be pressed within 1 second of the window...

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2.2.8 Connecting Communications
Remote Keypads
To control the projector, direct the projector’s IR remote towards the display screen or the projector’s IR sensors. 
Alternatively, connect a wired (tethered) version of the remote to the XLR connector labeled as 
WIRED KEYPAD on the 
projector’s input panel. 
NOTE: The response to a wired keypad must also be enabled in the Communications menu—
see Section 4...

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Ethernet Communications
Refer to Section 3 Operation for further information about setting up and using a projector connected via 
Ethernet, and the Serial Command document provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, PN 020-
100224-XX.
Connecting Multiple Projectors
RS-232 NETWORK: To connect multiple projectors in a network with serial communication:
1. Connect the controlling source to the...