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Select a Color
From the Color Enable  drop-down select a color while working with color temperature, input levels 
or other setup parameters. 
Select a Light Engine Test Pattern
From this drop-down select 1 of four light module test patterns. Choose from  White, Grey Scale 
16 , Horizontal Ramp , No Test Pattern .
Upgrade Software
The upgrade package is a single file, which comp rises all the firmware and software needed to 
operate the projector. The upgrade process updates the firmware files as necessary. Hardware that 
is up-to-date is not upgraded. 
Requirements
• Version: 1.0.0 or higher
• Internet Explorer 6.0/7.0 (IE7 is recommended)
• Ethernet connection to projector
• Workstation that can connect to the projector using Ethernet
1. Apply power to projector.
2. Open Internet Explorer and browse to  http:// where  is the IP 
address of the projector. The login screen appears.
3. Log in using the admin account. If you are unable to login under admin it may be that the  password has been changed. Check with the pr ojector maintainer for the correct password.
4. Select the  Admin tab.
5. Click  Upgrade .
6. To reboot the projector in Fail Safe mode, click  Yes from the pop-up window.
7. The Fail Safe mode displays the current versions of the projector firmware.
8. To locate the upgrade file, click  Browse. Double-click the file to select it.
9. To upload the file to the projector, click  Upgrade. A progress bar indicates the status of the 
upload. After a successful upload,  the upgrade starts automatically.
• The top two lines of the window display the current action.
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Christie recommends  that the projector be in Standby  Mode before starting the upgrade 
procedure.
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If the Upgrade button is greyed out the proj ector may not be in Standby mode. Select the 
Main tab and look under the Power field to verify  the current mode. If the projector is not in 
Standby mode, power the project Off and try again. 
						

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• The Upgrading progress bar indicates the status of the current action.
• The upgrading process takes between 15 and 30 minutes.
10. Click Reboot to re-starts the projector in Normal mode.  If you are unable to see the WebUI after the up grade delete the cache and cookies, and press 
CTRL+F5.       
Warp and Blend Images
The digital image warp and blend functionality comb ines multiple projector images into a single 
image. Use the Christie’s Twist
TM and AutoCal applications to adjust the image so it fits different 
screen shapes. Adjustments can be made to correct keystone on flat screens or fit an image to 
spherical, cylindrical, curved, or arbitrary screen shapes.
Digital blend definitions allow images from multiple  projectors to be overlapped to create a single 
image.
Dual pipeline input support provides the ability to  select Warp and Blend files independently for 
each of the two projector input channels. This allows different warps to be applied for visible and IR 
channels (in Infrascene), or for different view  perspectives to be displayed. In this mode 
(WRP+ESPL), the time to enable the warps is longer, approaching 10 seconds. 
For information about creating and managing  warps and blends, please refer to the Twist
TM User 
Manual (P/N: 020-100143-xx) or the AutoCal 3.0 User Manual (P/N: 020-100985-xx).
Adjust Geometry Correction Settings
1. Select  Configuration > Geometry Correction .
2. In the  Geometry Correction  list select the warp file previous ly uploaded to the projector from 
Tw i s t
TM or AutoCal.
It can take several seconds to load a warp file.
3. In the  Edge Blending  list, select the edge blending file.
4. In the  Black Blend Enable  list, select the black blend file (supported with Twist
TM 2.0). 
5. To visualize the effect of the selected warp or  blend file, select a projector test pattern from the 
Test Pattern  list.
6. To adjust the settings for the secondary input (in dual-input mode), repeat steps 1through 5.
3D Operation of Mirage Projectors
Images generated from a stereo 3D video source  consist of a series of images or frames that 
alternate quickly between two slightly different viewpoints, corresponding to our left and right eyes. 
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When these frames are displayed fast enough and  viewed with special glasses synchronized to the 
left or right changes, the resulting image appe ars to have the same depth and perspective as 
reality.
To display stereoscopic 3D video, you must connect the Mirage WQ-L projector to additional 
hardware such as stereo emitters and glasses. The type of 3D glasses can be active or passive 
depending on the type of stereo controller and screen used.
3D System Timing 
When configuring the projector for 3D operation,  consult the documentation for your glasses or 
polarization filter and keep their specifications in mind. The projected video must be optimized for 
the glasses’ shutter speed or polarization filter performance to prevent “ghosting” of the video 
content (known as cross-talk in stereo 3D applications) or other more subtle color artifacts. Visual 
performance can be optimized by adjusting the Da rk Interval and the 3D Sync Delay settings. 
3D Input Video Configurations 
The stereo 3D input video stream is sent from the content server to the projector using 3D direct or 
dual-input.
3D Frame Doubled Input 
The Mirage projector supports a WQXGA 60Hz (30 Hz per eye) video input over a single DVI-D 
cable. In this configuration a single video stream  is provided by the video server, with the left eye 
and right eye frames supplied as alternate frames. The display is frame doubled by the projector 
resulting in 120 Hz projection. A 3D Input Sync  must be used to identify the left eye frames.
3D Dual-Input 120Hz native output
The Mirage projector supports two WQXGA 60Hz vide o inputs, with the left eye frames supplied by 
one video input and the right eye frames supplied  by the other. The video streams must be frame 
locked and supplied concurrently.  The 3D dual-input video streams are supplied by two DVI Dual 
Link connections.
3D Requirements
To control the projector’s processing, synchronizat ion, and display of the stereoscopic 3D source 
material, stereo 3D applications require a stereo 3D-capable source, special hardware and 
software, and the settings of the projector. 
Hardware Requirements for Stereo 3D Applications
• Christie Digital Systems Mirage WQ-L Series projector .
• 3D stereo sync cable (for 3D frame doubled mode) .
• A source, usually a computer with a 3D graphics card or specialized video server.  
						

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• Emitter for controlling active shutter glasses, or  a qualified device that mounts in front of the 
lens of the projector to process the light from the lens into a passive polarized light for passive 
glasses. Contact your Christie dealer for more information.
Software and Content Requiremen ts for Stereo 3D Applications
• Any 3D computer software that supports 3D stereo on a supported computer(s) with associated 
graphic cards. Suggested cards include ATI or NVIDIA.
• A video stream from a video source prepared to  be sequential content (for 3D frame doubled) 
or two video streams from a video source that  has been prepared to be supplied left eye and 
right eye concurrently and frame locked (3D dual-input).
Active Stereo 3D Configuration 
This diagram shows the typical hardware configuration for active stereo 3D systems:   
AInfrared emitter
BActive Glasses
CDVI
DServer with Stereo 3D-capable graphics card
ESecondary input (only required with Dual Input mode)
A
B
C
D
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In response to the 3D Sync Out signal from th e projector (BNC A), the infrared emitter emits a 
signal to the receiver in the active 3D shutter gla sses. This synchronizes the active glasses to open 
and close for the active stereo 3D content. The left /right synchronization signal is connected to BNC 
B on the projector, which is necessary for 3D frame doubled input configurations.
Passive Stereo 3D Configuration 
This diagram shows the typical hardware configuration for passive stereo 3D systems:  
FLeft/Right synchronization  signal (only required for 
Frame Doubled input)
G3D Stereo Sync Cable
HOutput
APassive Polarizing Glasses
BPolarization Maintaining Screen
CActive Filter Cell
DServer with Stereo 3D-capable graphics card
EDVI
F3D Stereo Sync Cable
GLeft/Right Synchronization Signal
HOutput
IMAGE IMAGE
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C
DE
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For operation with passive glasses, a 3D polarization  filter is placed in front of the lens and is 
synchronized to the projected frames with the  3D Sync Out signal (BNC A). The left/right 
synchronization signal is connected to BNC B on  the projector, which is necessary for 3D frame 
doubled input configurations.
Set Up the Mirage WQ-L to Display 3D Content 
The projector must be installed to correctly display 2D content (optically aligned, focused, etc.) 
before configuring the 3D content: 
1. Connect the 3D equipment to the projector using the instructions provided with the 3D equipment.
2. Click  Main Menu > Image Settings > 3D Settings .
3. Select  3D Mode as Dual Input  or Frame Doubled , according to how the source is connected 
to the projector.
4. Configure your 3D source. 
5. For Dual Input mode, use the  Main Input field and select  Input 1 or Input 2 for the left eye 
and set the  Secondary Input to the other input for the right eye.
6. For 3D Frame Doubled mode, set the  3D Sync Input to the External  if a sync signal is 
connected, or  Internal if no 3D sync signal is connected to the projector.
7. To enable the 3D Sync output, set the  3D Sync Output to the To Emitter  selection, or  To 
Next Input  for a projector array. 
8. Set the last projector in the array to  To Emitter. 
9. Display the  3D Test Pattern . 
If you can see both a grid and a checkerboard test pattern superimposed with each eye, 
increase the  Dark Interval  until a different test pattern is vi sible on the left eye and the right 
eye.
10. To minimize the ghosting of the two patterns with respect to one another, adjust the  3D Sync 
Output  delay as necessary. 
The delay adjusts when the sync pulse is sent  to the emitter with respect to the dark time 
transition on the DMDs. 
11. To reverse the left and right eye images, select  Invert 3D Input. 
						

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Troubleshooting
• Make sure the projector is plugged in.
• Make sure all cables are connected and not damaged.
• Power down the projector, wait 90 seconds to  allow for cooling, and then power the projector 
back up. Check for a normal power up sequence. 
• Check the projector status for error conditions and correct any issues if possible.  See  System Warnings and Errors  on page 57.
• Check source reliability. Switch sources if possible.
• Use RS232 serial communications to communicate with the projector during diagnosis.
System Warnings and Errors
When the projector finds a system malfunction, it displays a  System Warning or a System Error 
message. System warnings show that a system malfunction exists. The projector remains 
operational, but the message shows a possibly se rious problem that must be reported to the 
manufacturer. Reset the projector by powering it Off and On again, cooling when necessary.
System errors indicate that a serious malfunction exists and must be reported to the manufacturer 
as soon as possible. The projector no longer operat es. Reset the projector by powering it Off and On 
again, cooling when necessary. 
Status and error information is available through:
• The status display on the input panel of the projector. See  Status Display on page 58.
• The read-only Status window from the Main menu.  Check this window for a list of the standard 
and optional components detected in the projector. Check the Status window for versions of 
installed hardware and software, the hours logged, and projector model name and serial 
number.
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• Read, understand, and observe all warnin gs and precautions when diagnosing and 
servicing.
• If a solution cannot be found in this  guide, contact your dealer for assistance.
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Status Display
Projector status is indicated by a single three-color LED adjacent to a two-digit status display. Refer 
to the table below for a description of the variations that indicate operation status. A solid red LED 
indicates a system error and the corresponding error code indicates what the error is. 
Error Codes
If the status display window shows any of the co des in the table below you may need a Christie 
accredited service technician to repair th e component identified by the error code.
Error codes are displayed in a three-phase format: 
• First two digits represent the component or error category
• Second two digits represent the specific problem
•Display off
This cycle repeats. The LED shows red while the error code is displayed. 
StatusTwo-Character DisplayDescription
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Solid Yellow Rotating
Warming up.
PR (Programming Time)
FS (Failsafe mode) The projector is in Failsafe mode. See 
Upgrade Software on page 51.
— —, static Standby mode.
— —, moving up and downBrief cool down period.

Solid Green• BO (Booting) when power first applied.
• B1 (Boot phase 1) starting main script
• B2 (Boot phase 2) starting projector code
• B3 (Boot phase 3) about to initialize 
connections
SH (Shutter Mode)  LEDs are disa bled to shutter the projector.

Flashing Green Keypad command sent — command received.

Solid RedSystem error. 
See 
Error Codes  on page 58.
blank Rotating Initializing ha rdware and performing Power 
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Acknowledge and clear the error by pressing  Exit twice. If the error recurs then try resetting the 
projector by powering Off and On again. Contact th e dealer if the problem persists or if you see a 
code not listed in the table below. 
Error Code
(7-segment 
display)Description
Light Engine
LE Light engine error Engine error (typically during power-up)
Link
LI Link downCommunication link status (internal communication error)
Temperature Sensor
SP Temperature sensor error (index numbe r following tracks SST response IDs)
41 Air inlet error
42 Power supply 0
43 Power supply 1
44 FCB board
45 QD board
46 DMD
47 QD FPGA
48 QPC board
49 QPC CPLD
50 QPC FPGA
51 Red SAM
52 Green SAM
53 Blue SAM
54 IR SAM
55 Red driver
56 Green driver
57 Blue driver
58 IR driver
59 Red SAM Junction Temp
60 Green SAM Junction Temp
61 Blue SAM Junction Temp
Fan Error
FP Fan stall error (index number fo llowing tracks SST response IDs) 
						

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20 Power supply fan
21 SAM drive fan
22 Intake fan
23 QD fan
24 Red IR fan
25 Green fan
26 Blue Green fan 1
27 Blue Green fan 2
Miscellaneous
ES Emergency stop due to a thermal overtemp (h olds for about 30 seconds and then reverts 
back to standby --y)
Error Code
(7-segment 
display)Description