Christie Projector Mirage S+/HD/WU User Manual

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Installation & Setup  
 
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The instructions provided here are for those that are familiar with the projector and 
wish to quickly set it up and use it temporarily. Refer to the remaining subsections of 
this manual for a more complete setup. 
Install a Projection Lens  
The projection lens is shipped separately from the projector and must be installed 
prior to setting up the projector. Install the projection lens as described in 4.5 
Replacing the Projection Lens. 
 Remove the lens plug from the lens opening in the projector before installing 
the lens.  
 Remove the lens when shipping the projector and reuse the lens plug to 
prevent dust and debris from entering and settling on the projector’s optical 
components. 
Position the Projector 
Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface and position it so that it is perpendicular 
to the screen at a suitable distance. In general, the further back the projector is 
positioned from the screen, the larger the image will be.  
If required, you can level the projector by adjusting its three feet. With the projector 
positioned perpendicular to the screen the image will appear rectangular instead of 
keystoned.  
For more detailed instructions on positioning the projector refer to Projector Position 
and Mounting later in this section. 
Connect a Source 
Located at the back of the projector is the input panel where all source connections are 
made. Each input is clearly labeled for easy identification.  
Using the appropriate cable(s), connect your source. Connect RGB and YPbPr sources 
to 
INPUT 1 located in the upper right corner of the input panel. Use the DVI-I 
connector at 
INPUT 2 to connect analog or digital display signals. Connect composite 
video to 
INPUT 3 and S-video to INPUT 4.  
NOTE: One of the available optional input modules can be installed at 
INPUT 5 or 
INPUT 6
 for additional connections. 
Refer to 2.3 Connecting Sources for more details on connecting a specific source. 
2.1   Quick Setup 
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Connect the Line Cord 
 The North American-rated line cord is provided with each projector. Ensure 
that you are using a line cord, socket and power plug that meets the 
appropriate local rating standards.
 
Plug the line cord to the AC receptacle located on the right hand side of the projector 
and the three-pronged end into a grounded AC outlet. Ensure the socket outlet is 
installed near the equipment and is easily accessible. The input voltage to the 
projector must be capable of 100 – 240 VAC in 500W and 1000W models and 200-
240 VAC in 1200W models. (See Section 6 – Specifications for complete details on 
all power requirements.) 
Use the approved North American-rated line cord supplied with the projector.  If you 
are connecting to an area outside of North America ensure an appropriately rated line 
cord is used. 
Turn the Projector ON 
Press the 
 POWER button on either the remote or built-in keypad to turn the 
projector on. Wait a few minutes to allow the projector to warm up. The LED status 
window displays an active pattern of segments to indicate the projector is changing its 
state from powered down to powered up. The message “On” appears in the display 
when the projector has completed its initialization and is ready for use. 
Select a Source 
Press one of the input keys on the remote or built-in keypad to select and display the 
image for the source you connected in Step 3.  
Adjust Image 
Adjust the more common image settings, such as Brightness, Contrast, Gamma, 
Focus, Zoom etc. using the direct keys on the IR remote.  
 
You can also access the menu system and adjust these and other image settings by 
pressing 
Me nu on the remote.  Ste
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Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether 
you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently you should take the 
following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally. 
Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor 
mount or inverted mount. 
Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
 Easy to set up 
 Can be moved or changed quickly 
 Easy to access  Shares floor space with audience 
Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
 Does not take up audience space 
 Projector is unobtrusive 
 Projector cannot be accidentally moved  Installation is more permanent 
 It is more difficult to access the projector 
Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
 Projector is completely hidden 
 Projector is easily accessed 
 Usually good ambient light rejection  Requires separate room 
 Installation cost is usually higher 
Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
 Projector is completely hidden 
 Usually good ambient light rejection  Requires separate room 
 Installation cost is usually higher 
Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror 
ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
 Projector is completely hidden 
 Usually good ambient light rejection 
 Requires less space behind screen than other 
rear screen installations  Requires separate room 
 Installation cost is usually higher 
 
Front Screen Installations 
In front screen installations the projector and audience are positioned in front of the 
screen, which can be flat or curved. 
Flat screens are most recommended with this projector. They offer a gain of about one 
with a viewing angle just less than 180. This type of screen reflects incident light 
equally in all directions so the audience can see the display from various angles.  
Curved screens have a gain greater than one with a viewing angle much less than 
180. This type of screen does not reflect incident light equally in all directions 
instead it is concentrated in a viewing cone. The audience sitting within the viewing 
cone area will see a brighter image than those sitting just outside this area.  
2.2   Installation 
Considerations 
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Rear screen installations 
There are two basic types of rear screens: diffused and optical.  
A diffused screen has a surface, which spreads the light striking it. Purely diffused 
screens have a gain of less than one. The main advantage of the diffused screen is its 
wide viewing angle, similar to that of a flat screen for front screen projection. This 
type of screen is suitable when a wide viewing angle is required but there is low 
ambient room lighting. 
Optical screens take light from the projector and redirect it to increase the light 
intensity at the front of the screen. This reduces it in other areas. A viewing cone, 
similar to that of a curved front screen installation is created. This type of screen is 
better suited for brightly lit rooms where the audience is situated within the viewing 
cone.  
Screen size 
Choose a screen size, which is appropriate for your lens and application. Keep in mind 
that if the projector will be used to display text information, the image size must allow 
the audience to recognize all text clearly. The eye usually sees a letter clearly if eye-
to-text distance is less than 150 times the height of the letter. Small text located too far 
from the eye will likely be illegible at a distance no matter how sharply and clearly it 
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To fill a screen with an image, the aspect ratio of the screen should be equal to the 
aspect ratio of the image (expressed as the ratio of its width to its height). Standard 
video from a VCR has a 4:3 or 1.33:1 aspect ratio. For example, to display a VCR 
output with a 4:3 aspect ratio onto a 10-foot (3m) high screen, the width of the screen 
must be at least 13.3 feet (4m). 
The high brightness of this projector is well suited for locations where ambient 
lighting might be considered less than ideal for projection. A typical room with ceiling 
lights and windows rarely requires special attention. Contrast ratio in your images will 
be noticeably reduced only if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft of 
light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed 
out and less vibrant.  
In general, avoid or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. 
Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation: 
 Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the 
projector away from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in 
temperature may cause drifts in the projector circuitry, which may affect 
performance.  
 Keep the projector away from devices, which radiate electromagnetic energy such 
as motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors, 
speakers, power amplifiers, elevators, etc.  
Choose the best screen size for the application. Since more magnification reduces 
brightness, 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. 
A good rule of thumb is to be no closer than 1.5 times the width of the screen. 
 
Throw distance 
Throw distance is the distance measured from your projector’s front feet to the screen. 
This is an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether 
or not you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if 
your image will be of the right size for your screen.  
You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the horizontal width of the 
screen and multiplying it by the lens throw ratio. The result of this calculation tells 
you roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen in order 
to project a focused image large enough to fill the screen. For example, using a 0.73:1 
lens, throw distance would roughly be 0.73 x screen width. 
IMPORTANT! Use the lens and screen size to calculate the precise throw distance 
using the tables provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, PN 020-
100298-xx. Due to lens manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length, actual throw 
distance and vary ±5% between lenses with the same nominal throw ratio.   Ambient Li
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Vertical and horizontal position  
The correct vertical and horizontal position of the projector in relation to the screen 
depends on the lens type and the screen size. Ideally, the projector should be 
positioned perpendicular to the screen. This way, the image will appear rectangular 
instead of keystoned (trapezoidal).  
The vertical position of the image can be offset – that is moved above or below the 
optical axis (lens center) by adjusting the fully motorized lens mount with the keypad. 
The amount of vertical offset available depends directly on the lens installed in the 
projector and can be slightly limited if horizontal offset has been applied. Vertical 
offset can also be expressed as the percent of half the image height OR the number of 
pixels of shift from lens center. Refer to Figure 2.1 for some illustrated examples of 
vertical offset.  
Table 2.1 along with Figure 2.2 show the maximum vertical offset of a lens or 
alternatively, how much of your projected image will appear above or below lens 
center if the maximum vertical offset is applied using that lens.  
Table 2.1. Lens Offsets   
Lens Type Offset Movement Max. Amount of Display  
Above or Below Lens Center 
Max. Amount of Display 
Right or Left of Lens Center (All motorized lenses)  or   or  
SXGA+ Lenses  100%50%1050 pixels  or  100% 1050 pixels  or  75% 
HD Lenses  119%   42%   1183 pixels  or  100% 1363 pixels  or  71% 
WU Lenses  112%  54%  1243  pixels  or  100% 1478 pixels  or  77% 
 
NOTES: 1) Offsets are subject to 7% centering tolerance 2) % Offset = # pixels of offset / half panel resolution x 100. 3) 
0.73:Fixed and 1.16-1.49 Zoom Lenses have less offset. See Specification section, Lenses for more details. 
 
 
  
						

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Figure 2.1. Vertical Offset Examples  
						

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Figure 2.2. Lens Vertical Offsets  
						

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The horizontal position of the image can be offset – that is moved to the left or right 
of lens center, by adjusting the fully motorized lens mount through software. The 
amount of horizontal offset available depends on the lens installed and if the image 
has already been vertically offset. Horizontal offset can also be expressed as the 
percent of half the image width – the number of pixels of shift to one side of lens 
center. Refer to Figure 2.3 for some illustrated examples of horizontal offset. 
See also Table 2.1 along with Figure 2.4 which shows the maximum horizontal offset 
of a lens or alternatively, how much of your projected image will appear to one side of 
lens center if the maximum horizontal offset is applied using that lens.  
 
Figure 2.3. Horizontal Offset Examples  
						

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Figure 2.4. Lens Horizontal Offsets