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

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DHCP: Enable this checkbox if you want a DHCP server to automatically change the 
projector’s default IP address (0.0.0.0) to one that is valid and unique for use on the 
current Ethernet network. On networks without a DHCP server, or to simply override 
the automatic DHCP server function, delete the checkmark and enter the new “IP 
Address” settings desired. Remember that only a 0.0.0.0 address will trigger the 
DHCP addressing service, and only when the DHCP checkbox is enabled. 
 
IP ADDRESS: Enter a valid and unique IP address for use on the network to which the 
projector is currently connected. This address will overwrite any previous IP address 
such as the projector’s factory-defined default (0.0.0.0), or one that has been assigned 
by a DHCP server or other user. It takes approximately 10 seconds for the projector 
to respond at its new address. 
PORT: On some Ethernet networks, firewall restrictions may require that the port 
number of the projector be changed from its default of 3002. If so, enter a new valid 
port number here. It is highly recommended not to use a valid port number below 
1024, as these ports are typically reserved for and used by common IP applications. 
SUBNET MASK AND DEFAULT GATEWAY: The Subnet Mask and Default Gateway are 
automatically assigned when DHCP is enabled. If a static IP is being used, the IP 
must be assigned first since the projector estimates the subnet mask after the IP is 
entered. The Default Gateway is an optional router device used to send and receive 
data outside the subnet. 
ArtNet Interface 
Settings 
— SUBMENU  
ArtNet is an Ethernet 
communication protocol 
that was developed by 
Artistic Licence. It is 
used for controlling 
lighting/staging 
equipment from a 
lighting console or PC application. It is based on the popular DMX512 control 
protocol. 
ArtNet SUBNET: This is the highest level address for a device. Typically it is set to 0. 
ArtNet UNIVERSE: Each packet of data is broadcasted to all devices plugged into a 
universe (up to 512 devices/channels). 
ArtNet CHANNEL: There are 512 channels per universe. This control allows you to 
specify the starting channel for this projector.  
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6.ArtNet Subnet
ArtNet Universe
ArtNet Advanced Mode
ArtNet Base Channel
ArtNet Device Name
ArtNet Device Description00
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Christie
Christie / ArtNet Interface
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ArtNet ADVANCED MODE: When this setting is enabled, each projector listens for data 
on 64 channels starting with the base channel. When advanced mode is not in use, the 
projector only listens on 10 channels. You can squeeze more devices per universe 
when the projector uses fewer channels.  
NOTE: The additional 54 functions are not currently implemented and are reserved 
for future use. 
ArtNet BASE CHANNEL: When advanced mode is enabled, the projector listens to data 
on 64 consecutive channels, or 10 consecutive channels when advanced mode is not 
enabled. The projector processes requests that come on either 10 or 64 consecutive 
channels beginning with the ‘base channel’ defined here. The requests implement the 
following functions:  
* Functions are only active when the Slider Lock is set to Unlocked 
 
NOTE: It is important the channels DO NOT overlap another device. 
Example: 
Good Bad 
Proj1_Base = 0  Proj1_Base = 5 
Proj2_Base = 10  Proj2_Base = 9 
Proj3_Base = 20  Proj3_Base = 11 
 
DEVICE NAME:
 This option is used to name each device; some ArtNet servers support 
querying for devices. Press Enter and use the arrow keys to enter a name. NOTE: 
Refer to section 3.4 Navigating the Menus, Edit numerical Values, for text entry 
description.  
DEVICE DESCRIPTION: More information that is returned when a “device query” has 
been done. 
DMX Channel Function Value 
Base Shutter 0 – 64 
65 – 192 
193 – 255 Open 
No Action 
Closed 
Base + 1  Slider Lock 0 – 254 
255 Locked 
Unlocked * 
Base + 2  Input *  1 – 8  Input # 
Base + 3  Channel *  1-99  Channel # 
Base + 4  Lens – Vertical *  0 
1 – 254 
255 Lens Down 
Stop 
Lens Up 
Base + 5  Lens – Horizontal *  0 
1 – 254 
255 Lens Right 
Stop 
Lens Left 
Base + 6  Lens – Focus *  0 
1 – 254 
255 Negative Focus 
Stop 
Positive Focus 
Base + 7  Lens – Zoom *  0 
1 – 254 
255 Zoom Out 
Stop 
Zoom In 
Base + 8  Power * 0 
1 – 254 
255 Power Off 
No Action 
Power On 
Base + 9  None      
						

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Broadcast Key 
Enter a checkmark if you want keypad commands sent to one projector to be relayed 
to all projectors in a serial network. Note that the 
Pr o j key will temporarily 
“override” the effect of a broadcast setting and allow you to control a specific 
projector when necessary. Disable the setting for all but one (any) projector in a 
network. 
Backlight 
Toggle to turn the built-in keypad backlighting on and off. 
Front IR / Back IR 
As needed for your application, set to “any” so that the front and/or rear IR sensor 
locations on the projector respond to the IR keypad. Set to “off” to disable. To 
disable both IR sensors, you cannot use the IR remote keypad to select the second 
OFF setting. This safeguard prevents accidentally disabling an IR keypad while you 
are using it. Instead, use either the built-in keypad or a wired remote (optional) to set 
the remaining active sensor to 
OFF. The projector will no longer respond to an IR 
remote keypad. 
NOTE: Protocols B – G is used for rental staging applications. 
Wired Keypad 
The wired keypad is ON by default when connected to the rear of the projector. The 
projector will then respond to incoming commands from this port. To disable the 
wired keypad, you must use a different keypad—the built-in or an IR remote 
keypad—to select “off”. This safeguard prevents you from accidentally disabling the 
wired keypad during use. 
In the Configuration menu, select the 
Geometry and Color submenu when 
you need to modify overall color 
performance and/or image geometry for 
all sources. 
 
Test Pattern 
Choose the desired internal test pattern, or select OFF to turn off a test pattern. 
Alternatively, use the 
Te s t key for cycling through test patterns.   System Configuration
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— GEOMETRY & COLOR — 1.
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Keystone
Brightness Uniformity
Edge Blending
Color Adjustments by X,Y
Color Saturation
Black Level Blending
Default Color Adjustments
Intelligent Lens System (ILS)
Geometry and Color
Grid
50.0
Keystone and Warping if ChristieTWIST warping module is present
(standard in Matrix models, optional in all others).
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Keystone 
NOTES: 1) If the optional Christie TWIST module is installed, this option is 
Keystone and Warping, and activates a submenu for defining custom image shapes. 
Please refer to documentation included with your Christie TWIST module. 2) If you 
have a WU model and Christie TWIST is not installed, Keystone is not available. 
Use to correct a keystoned image shape in which both sides of your image are 
inclined toward the top or bottom edge (see Figure 3.20). Tilting the projector in 
relation to the screen typically causes keystone, so that the lens surface and screen are 
no longer parallel to each other.  
 
Figure 3.20. Keystone Adjustment 
Brightness Uniformity 
— SUBMENU 
Brightness Uniformity provides further refinement of displays already matched for 
their primary colors and overall light output. Use Brightness Uniformity to create an 
exceptionally smooth image in which no area appears brighter and/or more red, green 
or blue than another. In the Brightness Uniformity menu, enable the “Uniformity 
Enable” checkbox to access a multitude of adjustments for critical color light output 
control in specific areas throughout the image. Your settings apply as long as the 
“Uniformity Enable” checkbox is enabled and you are using a “User” color 
temperature defined by the Brightness Uniformity controls. To disable the Brightness 
Uniformity function, delete the “Uniformity Enable” checkmark. 
NOTES: 1) Refer to 3.11, Using Multiple Projectors for the complete step-by-step 
procedure for achieving uniform brightness in adjacent displays. 2) If Christie 
TWIST module is installed, the enable checkbox changes to a list giving the option to 
choose from several different uniformity maps. Please refer to documentation 
included with your Christie TWIST module. 
Edge Blending 
— SUBMENU 
The Edge Blending submenu provides a range of controls for smoothing together the 
overlapping bright edges of multiple adjacent projected images to create a single 
larger “seamless” image.  These controls, which primarily affect white levels, are 
typically used in conjunction with mechanical lens blinders (optional), which are 
installed on the front of the projector and which primarily affect blacklevels.  
NOTES: 1) There is a centerline (both horizontal and vertical) in the Edge Blending 
test pattern. The intersection of these lines is the true center of the projector’s display 
area. 2) Refer to 3.11, Using Multiple Projectors.   
						

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Color Adjustments by X/Y, and Color Saturation — SUBMENUS 
NOTES: 1) For defining or changing a User 1, 2, 3, or 4 color performance or 
“gamut”. Sometimes known as Comprehensive Color Adjustment™.  2) Factory-
defined primary color levels, which ensure a specific color performance from 
projector-to-projector, can be calibrated in the Service menu only. If you suspect 
alteration of these defaults, the factory settings can be recovered with selection of 
“Reset to Factory Defaults?” in the Color Primary Settings submenu accessed via 
the Service menu (password-protected). 
From the factory, the projector can 
utilize any of the three pre-defined color 
performance settings identified at right 
(default=Max Drives), or colors can be 
driven on the basis of color temperature 
(Figure 3.21). For most applications, one 
of these gamuts will produce accurate 
and realistic colors from a variety of 
sources. They can be applied at any time 
in the Advanced Image Settings menu 
(“Select Color Adjustment”), and are not 
adjustable. 
DEFINING “USER” COLOR GAMUTS: In some cases, you may find that none of the pre-
defined “Select Color Adjustment” options exactly suit your needs. For example, you 
may require a unique color gamut (range) for a single projector or application, or you 
may need to precisely match colors across multiple adjacent displays. In such cases, 
use the Color Adjustments by X, Y or Color Saturation submenu to define the precise 
hue of each primary color component (red, green, blue, and white) used to generate 
the millions of colors produced in displays. You can create up to four custom color 
gamuts (User 1, 2, 3, or 4) with these adjustments. 
Note that the two menus differ only in their user interface, so use whichever menu 
best suits your needs and application. A color meter can help with adjustments. 
 Color Adjustments by X, Y
 — Enter known x/y coordinates from the chromaticity 
graph. 
 Color Saturation
 — Adjust color slidebars and judge image color by eye or 
meter. 
A user-defined color “adjustment” can be applied by selecting it in the Advanced 
Image Settings menu (“Select Color Adjustment”). 
 
Figure 3.21. Color Gamut Choices  
						

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COLOR ADJUSTMENT BY X, Y: Use 
this submenu if you want to create, 
alter or copy a color gamut (i.e., 
“color adjustment”). Controls in 
this menu define the precise hue of 
each primary color component 
(red, green, blue, and white) used 
to generate the millions of colors 
produced in displays (Figure 3.22). 
The x/y coordinates for each color 
define its location on the standard 
CIE chromaticity graph (see Figure 
3.23)—changing either or both of 
these numbers will change the hue 
of the color, and relocate the 
“triangle” for possible colors. For 
example, changing the x/y 
coordinates for red may move the 
color closer to orange or closer to violet, which will in turn affect all displayed colors 
having a red component. Adjust the slidebars or enter new specific coordinates as 
desired to define or change up to four “User” color gamuts needed for your 
environment and applications. Apply at any time in the Advanced Image Settings 
menu. 
 
Figure 3.23. CIE 1931 Chromaticity Diagram (without Yellow Notch Filter) 
NOTE: Keep new x, y coordinates within the original color gamut triangle shown 
here. 
PROCEDURE FOR X, Y ADJUSTMENTS:  Refer to 3.11, Using Multiple Projectors. 
 
 
Figure 3.22. Customize Color  
						

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COLOR SATURATION: Use 
this submenu if you do not 
have specific color 
coordinates in mind and will 
simply judge color 
performance by eye or 
meter. Like the Color 
Adjustment by X, Y 
submenu, each color control 
actually defines new x/y 
coordinates for that color 
and changes its hue—it is 
just a different interface. 
Figure 3.24. 
Adjust the hue of each 
primary color (red, green, 
blue, and white) by using more or less of it in relation to the other colors. 
NOTE: A Color Saturation adjustment defines the corresponding x/y coordinates 
shown in the Color Adjustment by X, Y submenu. These x/y coordinates will remain 
stable for this User gamut until they are changed again via either menu. Values 
displayed in the Color Saturation menu, however, will likely fluctuate as you use the 
projector, and will be different when you return to this menu at some point in the 
future. These floating changes do not affect the x/y coordinates or gamut.  
Black Level Blending 
— SUBMENU 
Black Level Blending is a feature that eliminates the differences between black levels 
when edge blending multiple projectors. The Black Level Blending submenu 
provides many controls to allow the edges of adjacent images to be smoothly 
overlapped creating a “seamless” image. Black Level Blending provides a simple 
solution for uneven black levels, without the need for external hardware, by matching 
up black level hues with a “target area” hue (the intersection of the center lines), 
and adjusting the overlaps (edges) surrounding the target area. 
The use of Black Level Blending feature and the use of Christie TWIST module are 
mutually exclusive. On a WU model, Keystone is only available when Christie TWIST 
is in use. If Christie TWIST is installed and Black Level Blending is desired: 
1. Disable use of warps or 2D Keystone. 
2. Enable edge blending; if not enabled. 
3. Enable Black Level Blending. 
4. Power down the projector then power up again. 
Adjustments can now be made to black level controls.  
To restore the use of Christie TWIST: 
1. Disable black blending. 
2. Power cycle the projector. 
3. Begin using the TWIST controls. 
 
 
Figure 3.24. Customize Color  
						

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NOTES: 1) Refer to section 3.11, Using Multiple Projectors for additional 
information. 2) There is a centerline (both horizontal and vertical) in the Black Level 
Blending test pattern. The intersection of these lines is the true center of the 
projector’s display area. 3) Adjust white levels before adjusting black levels. 4) 
Blinders are recommended for fixed installations. 
Default Color Adjustments 
— SUBMENU 
Refer to System Configuration – Geometry and Color, Color Adjustments by X, Y 
for description. 
Intelligent Lens System (ILS
) — SUBMENU 
ILS provides the ability to recall focus and zoom settings specific to each source 
input. Custom lens settings you’ve chosen for any source will be quickly and 
accurately applied when you select a source that has already been calibrated. Place a 
checkmark in the checkbox to enable ILS. If no calibration has previously been 
done you may be prompted to do a full calibration. If a motion calibration has been 
done, you will be prompted to complete a reference calibration. If both calibrations 
have been done, the checkbox will be checked and ILS enabled. If ILS is 
enabled, a reference calibration will be done on power up and the lens will return to 
the saved position of the source that is active at the time of power up or to the 
position the lens was located when it was powered on. Further adjustments to the 
zoom, focus and position will be automatically saved for source the selected source. 
If you switch to a source with different lens settings and switch back, the lens will 
automatically move to your saved settings upon return. Other sources can be used 
without using ILS . 
NOTES: 1) Refer to System Configuration – Diagnostics/Calibration, ILS 
Calibration for further details about calibration. 2) ILS
 control is a preference 
setting and will be retained between power cycles. 
 
Test Pattern 
Choose the desired internal test 
pattern to display, or select OFF 
to turn off a test pattern. 
Alternatively, use the 
Te s t key 
for cycling through test patterns. 
NOTE: There is a center line 
(both horizontal and vertical) in 
the Edge Blending test pattern. 
The intersection of these lines is 
the true center of the projector’s 
display area. 
Test Pattern Grey Level 
Set the desired level of grey for displaying in the full gray field test pattern.   System Configuration 
 DIAGNOSTICS  /  CALIBRATION  
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0. 6.Test Pattern
Grey Level
Freeze Image
Color Enable
Odd Pixel Adjustment
Peak Detector
Level Detector
Level Value
Aspect Ratio Overlay
LiteLOC Calibration
ILS Calibration
Automatic ILS Lens CalibrationReserved
Diagnostics and Calibration
Grid
512
White
512
Calibrate LiteLOC
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Freeze Image 
Enter a check mark to freeze (stop) an image on a single frame. This diagnostic tool 
is useful if you need to examine in detail a still version of an incoming image that 
cannot be “frozen” at the source. For example, in moving images it is sometimes 
difficult to observe artifacts such as external de-interlacing/resizing and signal noise. 
Remove the checkmark to return back to normal. 
Color Enable 
Select which color or colors you want to see. This is useful while working with color 
temperature, input levels or other special setup parameters. Colors can also be 
enabled or disabled by entering the corresponding function code listed on the back of 
the standard remote keypad. 
Odd Pixel Adjustment 
NOTES: 1) Factory-set and rarely required by user. 2) Source must be >90 MHz 
When using certain RGB sources, you may need to adjust the normal gain or offset of 
odd pixels in relation to even pixels. This will smooth out very narrow (1-pixel wide) 
“checks” or vertical stripes that indicate adjacent “on” and “off” pixels. Using the 
Level Detector simplifies this process (see Figure 3.25): 
1. Use an external analog native-sized continuous grayscale test pattern with at least 
256-levels. 
2. Turn “Level Detector” on. 
3. Set “Level Value” to ~200. The image should now be black-and-white (or black-
and-one color, if you use “Color Enable” function). 
4. Adjust offset. Half of the pixels will move, the other half will not. 
5. Adjust until the two transition regions overlap. The stripe of noise will be 
minimized, defined by the value in the slidebar. 
6. Set “Level Value” to ~800. The image should now be black-and-white. 
7. Repeat Steps 4 and 5, but adjusting gain. 
8. Repeat Steps 3-7 for all remaining colors. Your RGB source should now be OK. 
Two sets of values are automatically saved with these controls—one value for Input 
#1, and one for Input #2 (analog). The current set of values depends on which source 
is in use. This enables a source to be processed correctly via two different inputs. 
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0.Red Odd Pixel Offset
Green 
BlueRed Odd Pixel Gain
Odd Pixel Offset
Green Odd Pixel Gain
 Odd Pixel Offset
Blue Odd Pixel Gain
Level Detector
Level Value
Auto Color Enable
Color Enable
Input Levels
Odd Pixel Adjustment
128
145
128
128
11 6
128
200
White
Set to ~ 200
& adjust Offset.
Set to ~ 800
& adjust Gain.
 
Figure 3.25. Using “Odd Pixel Adjustment”  
						

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NOTES: 1) Adjust offset before gain, since offset affects gain. 2) A value of 128 
represents no change in normal odd pixel offset or gain. 3) Odd Pixel Adjustment 
eliminates “one pixel on, one pixel off” artifact only, not any type of larger artifacts. 
Reserved - No function.  
 
Peak Detector 
The “Peak Detector” is a fast method for defining individual input levels, and can 
improve the accuracy of input levels set by the Auto Input Level function. Enabling 
the “Peak Detector” activates a special operating mode for detecting only pixels that 
are considered black or white—all other levels are displayed as a mid-level gray. 
When used with a 16-step grayscale pattern in which the two black and white bands 
are known to be at opposite edges of the image, you can watch these isolated areas 
while adjusting individual blacklevels and input drives until both bands are just 
visible. Images from this source will then display correct blacks and whites without 
crushing or washing out. 
NOTE: If using Peak Detector with PIP, both images must have the same color 
space. 
Level Detector 
The “Level Detector” checkbox enables specific thresholds for blacks and whites—
input levels that fall below a specified Level Value (see below) are displayed as 
black, and all others are displayed as white. It aids in Odd Pixel Adjustment. To use: 
1. Enable “Level Detector” and display a continuous grayscale. 
2. Set “Level Value” to near black (such as 200). 
3. Adjust Offsets to minimize area of black stripe. 
4. Set “Level Value” to near white (such as 800). 
5. Adjust Gains to minimize area of white stripe. 
Level Value 
Level Value defines the value to be used by the Level Detector in recognizing blacks 
and whites. Refer to Level Detector, above. 
Aspect Ratio Overlay 
Selecting this option with a checkmark will overlay a number of common aspect ratio 
boxes on top of the source image. This is very helpful during the setup of the 
projector and can be turned off after desired specifications have been achieved. 
LiteLOC™ Calibration 
NOTES: 1) LiteLOC™ Calibration takes up to two minutes. 2) For best results, 
allow the projector to warm up for 15 minutes prior to calibration. 
LiteLOC™ Calibration defines the range of power needed to maintain lamp 
brightness. Select Calibrate LiteLOC for calibration using your projector’s unique 
specifications (recommended) rather than standard specifications. The projector will 
revert to the default back up in the event of a power failure. Refer to the Lamp menu 
for more details. 
Use Default Settings
Calibrate LiteLOC 1.
2.