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 Figure 3-46    Overlap Example
NOTE: 
Show Blending Overlap appears as Reserved when Christie TWIST is installed. 
Other Functions
For convenience, the Edge Blending secondary menu also includes related options for enabling a specific 
color and/or test pattern, or for working with colors or the lamp. Such functions duplicate those provided 
elsewhere in the Menu system.
Edge Blending Procedure
Before You Begin. Make sure your source hardware and/or software can supply a tiled image for the number 
of projectors in use, and that the tiling includes overlapping data of approximately 12.5-25% along shared 
edges (see Figure 3-46
). Tiling is not built into this model of projector.
Physically align the projectors and images from your intended external source, then match colors and 
Brightness Uniformity.
IMPORTANT! For a shared edge, all Blend procedures and settings should be identical on BOTH projectors.
1. Start with 2 full-screen projector images overlapping by approximately 12.5-25% each. Display a full 
white field test pattern from both.
2. In the 
Edge Blending secondary menu, enable the top check box to activate all controls.
NOTE: If the optional Christie TWIST module is installed, a drop-down list replaces this check box (see right). 
Select the desired user-defined blend created for your current warp; no further blending at the projector is 
required. Or, to simply edge blending a non-warped flat image, select Standard and continue with Step 3.
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3.SET STARTING POINTS FOR ADJUSTMENT.
• Set all blend widths to 0.
• Go to More and set everything in the 
Edge Blending (2) menu to 50.
 Figure 3-47   Set Starting Points for Each Projector
4.Set Blend Width. On one projector, increase the Blend Width for an overlapping edge (for example, if the 
projectors image is on left, its right edge overlaps the adjacent image-adjust Right Blend Width). Use the 
same setting on the second projector for this shared edge.
5. Re-adjust width (both projectors) until the overly bright band at the midpoint of the overlapping blends 
disappears or just changes to very light gray. For the shared edge, use the same Blend Width setting on 
each projector. If the best blend appears to be between two settings, choose the wider setting for both 
projectors.
6.Check Blend. If the blended region appears too dark or light in relation to the rest of the image:
• Increase Blend MidPoint in both projectors to lighten the overall blend, decrease to darken the overall 
blend.
• Adjust Blend Shape in both projectors to fine-tune change the amount of mid-gray intensity (as opposed to 
black/white) in the blend.
7. Repeat with remaining projectors / overlaps.
8. Check completed display wall with the desired external signal.
9. Adjust mechanical alignment if necessary to maintain perfect pixel-on-pixel alignment over time.
In applications where you are projecting only white or light images, the Blend Width may be slightly higher-set 
according to how much overlap you have between images. 
3.13 Remote Control of the Projector
As an alternative to using a remote, most projector functions can be controlled remotely, typically at a 
controller such as a PC, via 1) simple bi-directional ASCII messaging on an Ethernet or serial communication 
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Via ASCII Messenging. Connect a serial link between your controller and the RS-232 or RS-422 port 
(recommended), or open an Ethernet socket (i.e., Telnet) between your controller and the valid projector 
address. Valid ASCII codes and messages are documented in the Christie Serial Communications document 
available on the Christie website.
Via Web Interface. Connect your PC to the projectors Ethernet port. In your web browser (Internet Explorer, 
for example), enter the IP address of the projector you wish to control. This initiates a password-protected 
ChristieNET application-enter the factory default ccm7 login and password to open the program. If the 
projector is powered up, you can access assorted menu options and slidebars.
Repeat for remaining networked projectors as desired. Keep in mind that multiple units can be controlled from 
one PC, but each unit will be in its own ChristieNET interface (web browser) at the PC. Likewise, you can 
make up to four separate web locations to a single projector.
The default login provides access to security settings, where you can define other users with the same or fewer 
rights. Use unlimited rights for most applications. For all logins, the Service menu is still protected with its 
own password.
NOTES: 1) Any proxy server settings that interfere with this type of link should be disabled for using ChristieNET. 
Disable through Internet Explorers < Tools>   .        
2) Your PC must be Java-enabled to v1.4.2 or higher to run ChristieNET. 3) Depending on your projector 
model, certain controls provided through ChristieNET are non-functional. 
3.14 Working with the Lenses
The Zoom, Focus and Lens Offsets using either the built-in keypad or standard IR remote as follows:
NOTE: 1) The Zoom function does not apply to Fixed Lenses. 2) Focus and Lens Offset apply to both fixed and 
zoom lenses. 
3) Refer to Section 2.4.1 Lens Installation and Section 2.12 Boresight Adjustment.
The lens mount secures the primary zoom lens to the projection head. It provides 1) setup adjustments for 
correct boresight, and 2) motorized controlled focus, zoom and offsets for general use.
Lens calibration must be performed each time a new lens is inserted or after 
performing manual lens mount adjustments. This is critical to the projector 
functioning properly. Failure to do so could result in damage to the lens mount, the 
projector, or the projection lens.
To calibrate the lens, select the Configuration > Diagnostics and Calibration > ILS Calibration > 
Reference Calibration option from the Main menu. This allows the lens to find the center points of each 
axis (focus, zoom, horizontal, and vertical), the end stops, and other motion parameters.
Table 3.8 Lens Settings
ZoomStandard IR remote - Press ZOOM + LEFT Arrow or RIGHT Arrow
Built-in keypad - Press 
ZOOM + UP Arrow or DOWN Arrow
FocusStandard IR remote - Press FOCUS + LEFT Arrow or RIGHT Arrow
Built-in keypad - Press 
FOCUS + UP Arrow or DOWN Arrow
Lens OffsetTo move image:
Standard IR remote - Press 
SHIFT + LEFT Arrow or RIGHT Arrow or SHIFT + UP 
Arrow or 
DOWN Arrow
Built-in keypad - Press 
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3.14.1 Anamorphic Lens 
NOTES: 1) The anamorphic lens and its mounting structure are optional components. 2) To install, replace or use 
the anamorphic lens, refer to the instructions included with the anamorphic lens mount kit. 
3) The optional 
anamorphic lens mount is required for use of the 1.26x anamorphic lens, producing 2.39:1 scope 
images. However, the lens mount cover must be
 removed when installating the anamorphic lens mount and 
in order to the use the MALM.
An optional anamorphic lens (1.26x) can be installed into an optional motorized auxiliary lens mount, and then 
swung into place to widen a squeezed image into a properly proportioned scope display (2.39:1). This lens 
increases magnification across the width only; retaining the original proportions of the image, and is often used 
with screens where side-masking can be moved aside or in rooms having fixed side masking , but a very short 
throw ratio (throw distance/screen width).
3.15 Error Conditions
Occasionally the projector will encounter an error condition that can interrupt normal operation. Such a 
condition can be caused by a simple invalid entry, an input signal error (most common) or a system error. The 
manner in which users are to be notified of error conditions is set in the 
Menu Preferences menu:
• To see error messages displayed on-screen, select the 
Screen option
• To be notified via a serial communication only, select the 
RS232 option.
•  To receive both types of notifications, select 
All. 
• To disable error messages (except for invalid user key entry, which cant be hidden), select 
OFF.
NOTE:  Text-based status/error messages also appear in the LCD Status Display window above the built-in keypad 
at the rear of the projector. They are accompanied by their corresponding 2-digit error code next to the 
built-in keypad, legible at a greater distance. Normal operation is indicated by the 0Nstatus code.
User Errors
Invalid User Entry
A entry not recognized by the projector triggers a short on-screen error message identifying the problem. For 
example, if you specify a channel number that is not available, the message Invalid Channel will appear. Or if 
you try to enter the wrong password, youll see Invalid Password. Press 
ENTER or EXIT to clear the message 
and try again.
NOTE: On-screen display of Invalid User Entry messages cannot be disabled, even if Display Error Messages 
has been set to OFF.
Input Signal Errors 
An input signal error message occurs if you are in presentation level (i.e., there are no menus present) and have 
selected an input on which the projector detects a problem. While menus remain operational and any key press 
will temporarily remove any displayed error message, you must resolve the signal problem in order to 
permanently eliminate the message.
No Signal
The message No signal occurs when there is no source signal detected at the selected input-both HSYNC and 
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Bad Sync
The message Bad Sync occurs when HSYNC or VSYNC are active , but the signal cannot be displayed. Such 
a condition occurs when only one of the two sync signals is present, or when either sync signal is unstable or of 
the wrong frequency. Correct the signal or select another input.
Other Signal Error Messages
In addition to the common Bad Sync and No Signal errors, you may encounter a signal error message 
indicating that HSYNC and/or VSYNC are either too fast or too slow. When such a message appears, check 
the frequencies shown in the Status menu. If they are correct, then the projector does not recognize the signal. 
On some PCs you may be able to change the settings to generate a compatible signal. If the frequencies shown 
in the Status menu are incorrect, check the cabling to see where the problem might originate.
3.15.1 System Warnings/Errors
When the projector encounters a system malfunction, either a System Warning message or a System Error 
message may appear. Both types of messages are accompanied by a numerical error code on the Status LED 
and a related text message in the LCD Status Display window. A system malfunction can be cleared by 
pressing 
EXIT twice from the presentation level, but may indicate the need for service by a qualified Christie 
service technician.
NOTE: System messages appear on-screen only if Display Error Messages has been set to Screen or All.
System Warnings
A system warning indicates that a system malfunction has been detected (see Status LED Codes, below). A 
system warning message replaces any input signal message and disappears when the input signal status 
changes. While the projector will remain operational, the message indicates the presence of a potentially 
serious problem that should be reported to the manufacturer. You can press 
EXIT twice to remove the message, 
but for best results you should reset the projector-power the projector down and up again with the 
POWER key.
System Errors
A system error message indicates that a serious malfunction has been detected and must be reported to the 
manufacturer as soon as possible (see Status LED Codes, below). The projector will no longer operate, and 
must be reset-power the projector down and up again with the 
POWER key.
NOTE: Some error messages will require a full AC power cycle.
The Status LED Codes
If the status code displayed on the back of the projector shows one of the following values, you have 
encountered a likely system error requiring the attention of a qualified service technician (see System 
Warnings and System Errors, above). Acknowledge and clear the error by pressing 
EXIT twice from 
presentation level, or try resetting the projector by powering it off and on again, cooling when necessary. 
Consult Table 3.9 
and if the problem persists, contact your dealer .
The specific code number identifies the source of the error detected, and is particularly useful in cases where 
the projector is too far away to read the accompanying text message in the LCD status display window. 
For example, the code 27 means the lamp could not be turned on. Error codes for this projector are listed in 
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Table 3.9 System Error Codes
CodeDescription
GENERAL
12 Software error. Contact dealer/factory.
13CRC error in flash ROM. Download new software.
14 Engineering-only programming is complete. Call Christie, replace TIPM.
15Attempting to download s/w code without being in boot mode
16 Invalid interrupt. Power off/on. If persists, contact dealer/factory.
17User has forced system to stay in boot mode
18 Attempting to program boot mode without jumper
LAMP / BALLAST
20 The lamp is unexpectedly on (likely a ballast and/or wiring problem)
22One or more high-current lamp cables is not connected
26 Lamp door is open (interlock)
27Lamp cannot ignite
28 Lamp has turned off unexpectedly
29Lamp ballast is overheated
2C Lamp communications fault; ballast is not detected
SENSORS for COOLING
40 Lamp has shut down due to fan failure
46The red TEC (DMD) has overheated
48 The blue TEC (DMD) has overheated
49The prism has overheated
4C Projector has shut down due to critical error
4DIntegrator has overheated
4E Inadequate lamp air intake rate (interlock)
4FInadequate air exhaust rate (interlock)
FANS (note: there are no Fans 1 or 2 in this projector)
53Fan 3 has failed (side [rear] intake fan)
54 Fan 4 has failed (side [front] intake fan)
55Fan 5 has failed (lamp exhaust fan)
56 Fan 6 has failed (LAD fan)
57Fan 7 has failed (card cage fan)
58 Fan 8 has failed (heat exchanger fan — for liquid cooling system) 
						

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10-bit IMAGE PROCESSOR (TIPM)
60 Boot code CRC failed
61Unable to program the DigMux PLD 
62 Unable to program the Control PLD
63Unable to program the Bubks PLD
64 Unrecognized ROM type
65Write to flash ROM failed
66 General TIPM failure
67Downloaded code will not fit into ROMs
68 Communication error with scaler on TIPM
BUILT-IN KEYPAD or ID EEPROM
70 Unable to access the built-in keypad EEPROM
71EEPROM on the built-in keypad has re-initialized
IRAM (a.k.a. Panel Driver) or IRAM/TIPM Communications, or EFIB or  Modular 
Formatters
80Unrecognized IRAM (a.k.a. Panel Driver)
81 Unable to program a device on the IRAM
82TI flash download fault — critical error
83 TI flash download fault — partial success
84TI flash download fault — partial success
85
TI I
2C fault (write failure)
87Consecutive RDRAM faults from modular Formatters
90 Red modular Formatter link failure
91Green modular Formatter link failure
92 Blue modular Formatter link failure
93Modular Formatter Architecture error
94 Modular Formatter / DMD mismatch
95Modular Formatter sequence mismatch
96
EFIB not responding to I
2C messages
Table 3.9 System Error Codes 
						

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BACKPLANE OR OPTIONAL MODULES
A0 Unable to program the optional interface module
A1Unable to power the optional interface module
A2 Unable to program the Backplane
A3Unable to program the Warp Module option (Christie TWIST)
Table 3.9 System Error Codes 
						

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4 Maintenance
Installers, service trained operators and all other users must maintain a safe operating environment at all times. 
Read through this section in its entirety and understand all warnings and precautions before attempting to 
operate the projector.
4.1 Safety Warnings and Guidelines
This projector is designed for safe and reliable operation. However safe operation is not assured by design 
alone; installers, service technicians, trained operators and all other users must maintain a safe environment at 
all times. 
IMPORTANT! Please read through and understand all warnings and precautions before attempting
to operate the projector.
4.1.1 General Precautions
  Never look directly into the projector lens or at the lamp. The extremely high
brightness can cause permanent eye damage. For protection from ultraviolet
radiation, keep all projector housings intact during operation. Protective safety
clothing and safety goggles are recommended when servicing. Keep hands, clothes
and all combustible material away from the concentrated light beam of the lamp.
Position all cables where they cannot contact hot surfaces or be pulled or tripped over.
NOTES: 1)
 The American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) recommends occupational 
UV exposure for an 8-hour day to be less than 0.1 microwatts per square centimeters of effective UV 
radiation. An evaluation of your workplace is advised to assure employees are not exposed to cumulative 
radiation levels exceeding the government guidelines for your area. 
2) Be aware that some medications 
are known to increase sensitivity to UV radiation.
This projector must be operated in an environment that meets the operating range specification, as listed in 
Section 6 Specifications
. 
: Fire Hazard. Keep hands, clothes, and all combustible material at least 1m away from the 
concentrated light beam of the lamp.
: Position all cables where they cannot contact hot surfaces or be pulled or tripped over.
This projector must be installed in an environment that meets the operating range specifications in Section 6 
Specifications.
: Opening or removing a projector cover requires a qualified service technician.
4.1.2 AC / Power Precautions 
Do not attempt operation if the AC supply is not within the specified voltage 
range.
 
 
Shock Hazard. Disconnect projection head and ballast from AC before opening any 
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Do not allow anything to rest on the power cords. Locate the projector where cords cannot be abused by 
persons walking on it or objects rolling over it. Never operate the projector if a power cable appears damaged 
in any way.
Do not overload power outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or shock hazards.
NOTE: Only a Christie accredited service technician is permitted to open any enclosure on the product, and only 
if the AC has been fully disconnected from the projection head and ballast.
4.1.3 Lamp Precautions 
Xenon arc lamps are under high pressure and must be handled with great care at all times. Lamps may explode 
if dropped or mishandled.
Wear Protective Clothing
Never open the lamp door unless you are wearing authorized protective clothing such as that included in a 
Christie Protective Clothing Safety Kit #598900-095. Recommended protective clothing includes, but may not 
be limited to, protective gloves, latex lab gloves, double-layer 0.040 acetate face shield, and a quilted ballistic 
nylon jacket or a welders jacket. The face shield is provided with the projector.
 Explosion Hazard. Wear authorized protective clothing whenever the lamp door is open!
 Never attempt to remove the lamp directly after use. The lamp is under increased pressure 
when hot and may explode, causing personal injury and/or property damage.
NOTES: 1) Christies protective clothing recommendations are subject to change. 2) Any local or federal 
specifications take precedence over Christie recommendations.
Cool the Lamp Completely
The arc lamp operates at a very high pressure that increases with temperature. Failure to allow the lamp to 
sufficiently cool prior to handling increases the potential for an explosion causing personal injury and/or 
property damage. After turning the lamp off (powering down), it is crucial that you wait at least 10 minutes 
before turning the breaker/power switches OFF, disconnecting AC, and opening the lamp door. This provides 
enough time for the internal lamp cooling fans to properly cool the lamp. Cool completely before handling. 
Again, always wear Christie-approved protective clothing!
Never attempt to access the lamp while it is on. Wait at least 10 min. after lamp shut-off 
before powering down, disconnecting from AC, and opening the lamp door.
 SHOCK HAZARD. Disconnect projection head and ballast from AC before opening the 
lamp door.
For all other precautions critical for safe removal and replacement of the lamp, refer to Section 4.4.1 Lamp 
Replacement Procedure.
4.2 Maintaining Proper Cooling
The high-intensity lamp and electronics rely on a variety of cooling components to reduce internal operating 
temperatures. Regular checking and maintenance of the entire cooling system is critical to prevent overheating 
and sudden projector failure, and helps to ensure reliable operation of all projector components over time.