Christie Projector Roadster, Matrix WU, Mirage S+/HD/WU User Manual

Section 2 
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...

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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.
 
Connect the projector’s line cord to the AC receptacle (Roadster 
S+20K/HD18K/Mirage HD18 have non-detachable line cords) at the lower corner on 
the rear of the projector, and to proper...

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Select a Source 
Using either keypad, press 
Inpu t  1, Inpu t  2,
 Inpu t  3,
 Inpu t  4,
 Inpu t  5, or Inpu t  6 to select and display 
the image for the source you connected in Step 3. The display will resize as needed 
and produce largest possible image for the type of source present. NOTE: Refer to 
Menu Tree, Appendix E, this allows you to quickly navigate to a specific menu, and...

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Although this projector delivers a high-brightness, high-quality output, the final 
display quality could be compromised if the projector is not properly installed. This 
subsection discusses issues you should consider before proceeding with a final 
installation. Even if you do not intend to use the projectors in a fixed and permanent 
installation, the following information will help you to...

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RULES FOR ALL HOISTING: 
 Use at least four rigging points for hoisting 
up to three
 projectors.  
 Connect safety cables, and rigging 
equipment to the designated locations on 
the projector. 
 Use hoisting and rigging equipment 
suitable to your application such as clamps, 
cables, eyebolts, or straps, and which 
accommodate the load rating. All integral, 
metric hardware on the projector...

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Remove lens (recommended) 
Remove the projection lens to prevent possible damage during hoisting. Refer to 4.4, 
Lamp and Filter Replacement. 
Retract feet 
If the projector is inverted, retract the adjustable feet to prevent the hoisting hardware 
from getting caught. 
Attach safety cables 
Attach a safety cable to each of the two eyebolts 
mounted on the bottom of the projector (Figure 2.8)....

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 WARNINGS  
• Maximum stack = three projectors. 
• Stack first, then hoist. 
NOTES: 1) Requires stacking hardware provided standard with Roadsters only. 
Available separately for Matrix and Mirage Series. 2) Installation requires at least 
two people. 
Roadster, Matrix, and Mirage projectors can be stacked in either the upright or 
inverted position. Do not mix orientations—i.e., inverted with...

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Extend the three stacking legs 
Extend the stacking legs by turning them so 
that at least one inch of thread is visible on 
each. This clearance accommodates the up-
or-down movement for aligning the images 
from the stacked projectors. Extend all three 
legs equally (Figure 2.11). 
 If upright – extend legs on top projector 
(shown).  
 If inverted – extend legs on bottom 
projector....

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Release and remove three safety pins 
The safety pins must be removed from the 
stacking mounts so that the stacking legs 
can fit into the mounts (Figure 2.13).  
 If upright – remove the pins from the 
mounts on the bottom projector. 
 If inverted – remove the pins from the 
mounts on the top projector. 
 
 
 
 
 
Place top projector on bottom projector 
 WARNING  
Minimum of two people...

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Insert three safety pins and LOCK all. 
 WARNING  
Critical Safety Procedure. 
At each of the three stacking points, insert the safety pin fully through the holes in the 
stacking mounts and stacking legs (Figure 2.14). Ensure that each pin is fully inserted to 
engage the safety lock and secure the projectors together. Failure to engage the safety 
lock could cause the projectors to separate...