Christie Projector Mirage S+14k User Manual

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lens focal length, actual throw distance can vary ±5% between lenses described as 
having the same throw ratio 
THE VERTICAL POSITION of the projector in relation to the screen also depends on the 
size of the screen and the lens type. Correct vertical position helps ensure that the 
image will be rectangular in shape rather than keystoned (having non-parallel sides) 
and that image focus and brightness both remain optimized.  
If...

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NOTES: 1) If the image becomes keystoned or 
exhibits uneven brightness, the projector may 
simply be too high or low in relation to the 
screen. 2) Recommended offset ranges can be 
exceeded, however this may affect image 
quality. 3) Simultaneous horizontal and 
vertical offset limits the adjustment range of 
each. 4) Offset can vary by ±7% and may be 
affected by the degree of zoom currently in 
use. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The projector can be...

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Sources connect to the Input Panel located on the rear of the projector. As shown in 
Figure 2.24, the upper right corner (
INPUT 1)  typically accepts an RGB signal from 
an external analog RGB source, or it can also be used for YPbPr signals or additional 
video sources. Just to the left of the BNCs, the DVI-I connector (
INPUT 2) accepts 
digital or analog display signals from a computer. Connect analog composite video at 
INPUT 3, or...

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 Figure 2.25. Connecting RGB Input 
NOTES: 1) If for some reason the projector fails to recognize a signal as an RGB signal, 
specify this Color Space option within the Image Settings menu. See 3.6, Adjusting the 
Image. 2) To connect YPbPr signals–such as from DVDs or analog HDTV sources–to 
INPUT 1, use the red, green and blue BNCs as described in YPbPr Signals (below) 
Connect a YPbPr signal (a.k.a. component video) to 
INPUT 1 or INPUT 2...

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INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 provide simultaneous connection of both a composite video 
source (
INPUT 3) and an S-Video source (INPUT 4). See Figure 2.27 below. 
 
Figure 2.27. Connecting Composite Video 
Christie’s Dual SD/HD-SDI input module is standard with the Roadster S+ and 
factory-installed in 
INPUT 5 or INPUT 6. The module’s loop-through capability 
enables incoming serial digital data to be tiled across multiple screens, creating vast...

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For even more sources, connect a 3rd-party switcher to the RS232 IN port, or, if 
RS422-compatible, connect to the RS422 port. 
NOTES: 1) Optional digital interfaces cannot be used in a Marquee Case/Power 
Supply.2) See Appendix F, Optional Input Modules for a brief description of each 
interface. 
 
The most common method of controlling the projector is via one of its keypads. As 
an alternative, you may wish to communicate using a PC or...

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Figure 2.29. RS422 Connection to a Computer 
The nine-pin RS422 connector is located at the rear of the projector (Figure 2.29).  
Use this port for communications to and from an RS422-compatible controller. In the 
Communications menu, set the baud rate to match that of your RS422 controlling 
device. 
WARNING 
Do not use an RS422 port unless you are using 
equipment with RS422 capability. The voltage levels of 
this signal can damage...

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Figure 2.30. Connecting Ethernet  
Upon connection to an Ethernet network, the projector’s factory default IP address of 
0.0.0.0 will automatically enable the DHCP function (if available on the network) to 
assign a new IP address that is valid and unique for that network. Or, if there is no 
DHCP function available on the network  (or if a specific static IP address for the 
projector is preferred or required), you can set the address in...

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Figure 2.31. GPIO Port 
 
You may wish to chain two or more projectors together so that commands and 
communications to and from a controller are relayed to all projectors. Choose a 
hardware configuration that best suits your desired communication method. 
RS232 NETWORK: To control multiple projectors with a computer/controller having 
an RS232 interface, first set all projectors to the same baud rate as the controller, then 
chain the...

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NOTE: You must enable this combination of RS422 and RS232 in the 
Communications menu. Set the “Network Routing” option to “RS232 and RS422 
Joined”. See Section 3 for details. 
Then chain the projectors together by connecting an 
RS232 port of the first projector 
(already connected to the computer/controller through the 
RS422 port) to an RS232 
port on the next projector in the chain. Continue connecting projectors in this manner 
until...