Digital Projection Lightning 30sx+m, 40sx+m User Manual

							LIGHTNING 30sx+m, 40sx+m
Super High Brightness Digital Video Projector
User Manual
105-681B 
						

							Declaration of Conformity
Directives covered by this Declaration
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment Directive, amended by 93/68/EEC.
Products covered by this Declaration
Large screen video projector type The CE mark was first applied in:
LIGHTNING 30sx+mOctober 2005
Basis on which Conformity is being declared
The products identified above comply with the protection requirements of the above EU directives, and the
manufacturer has applied the following standards.
EN 55022:1998 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of Information
Technology Equipment.
EN 55024:1998 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Immunity Characteristics of Information Technology
Equipment.
EN 55103:1997 - Product family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control
apparatus for Professional Use.
EN 60950:2000 - Specification for Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical Business
equipment.
The technical documentation required to demonstrate that the products meet the requirements of the Low Voltage
directive has been compiled by the signatory below and is available for inspection by the relevant enforcement
authorities.
Signed:
Authority: D.J. Quinn, Product Development Director
Date: 25 October 2005
Attention!
The attention of the specifier, purchaser, installer, or user is drawn to special measures and limitations to use which
must be observed when these products are taken into service to maintain compliance with the above directives.
Details of these special measures are available on request, and are also contained in the product manuals.
Digital Projection LIGHTNING 30sx+m, 40sx+m User Manual 
						

							Declaration of Conformity
Directives covered by this Declaration
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC.
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment Directive, amended by 93/68/EEC.
Products covered by this Declaration
Large screen video projector type The CE mark was first applied in:
LIGHTNING 40sx+mSeptember 2006
Basis on which Conformity is being declared
The products identified above comply with the protection requirements of the above EU directives, and the
manufacturer has applied the following standards.
EN 55022:1998 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of Information
Technology Equipment.
EN 55024:1998 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Immunity Characteristics of Information Technology
Equipment.
EN 55103:1997 - Product family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control
apparatus for Professional Use.
EN 60950:2000 - Specification for Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical Business
equipment.
The technical documentation required to demonstrate that the products meet the requirements of the Low Voltage
directive has been compiled by the signatory below and is available for inspection by the relevant enforcement
authorities.
Signed:
Authority: D.J. Quinn, Product Development Director
Date: 4 September 2006
Attention!
The attention of the specifier, purchaser, installer, or user is drawn to special measures and limitations to use which
must be observed when these products are taken into service to maintain compliance with the above directives.
Details of these special measures are available on request, and are also contained in the product manuals.
Digital Projection LIGHTNING 30sx+m, 40sx+m User Manual 
						

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Digital Projection LIGHTNING 30sx+m, 40sx+m User Manual Important Information
Please read this user manual carefully before using the projector, and keep
the manual handy for future reference.
A serial number is located on the side of the projector. Record it here:
Symbols used in this guide
Warnings
ELECTRICAL WARNING: this symbol indicates that there is a danger of
electrical shock unless the instructions are closely followed.
WARNING: this symbol indicates that there is a danger of physical
injury to yourself and/or damage to the equipment unless the
instructions are closely followed.
NOTE: this symbol indicates that there is some important information that
you should read.
Trademarks
• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Macintosh and PowerBook are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
• Other product and company names mentioned in this users manual may be the
trademarks of their respective holders.
Product revision
• Because we at Digital Projection continually strive to improve our products, we
may change specifications and designs, and add new features without prior
notice. Projectors built prior to this revision of the User Manual may therefore not
include all the features described.
Manual revision
Important Information
Date Description Revision
January 2007 Rev B 
						

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Important Information Digital Projection LIGHTNING 30sx+m, 40sx+m User Manual
General precautions
Do not open the cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Use only the power cable provided.
Ensure that the power outlet includes a Ground connection, as this
equipment MUST be earthed.
Take care to prevent small objects such as paper or wire from falling
into the projector. If this does happen, switch off immediately, and have
the objects removed by authorised service personnel.
Do not expose the projector to rain or moisture, and do not place any
liquids on top of the projector.
Unplug before cleaning, and use a damp, not wet, cloth.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Do not touch the power plug during a thunder storm.
Handle the power cable carefully and avoid sharp bends. Do not use a
damaged power cable.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the lamp module. The whole
module should be replaced and returned to Digital Projection for re-
furbishment.
Take care when removing the lamp module, as it is heavy (>10kg).
Take care not to touch the glass surface of the lamp module. If you do
accidentally touch the glass, it should be cleaned before use.
Do not use the lamp for more than 750 hours, as this may cause
serious lamp failure, damage the lamp module and cause extra cost on
replacement.
Xenon lamps produce high intensity light. Do not look directly at the
light coming from the lamp housing, or the lens, or allow items such as
magnifying lenses to be placed in the light path. This could result in
serious eye damage.
Do not touch the ventilation outlets, as they will become hot in use.
Do not cover the ventilation outlets or inlets.
Do not cover the lens whilst the projector is switched on. This could
cause a fire
Always allow the projector to cool for 5 minutes before switching off
the power, moving the projector or changing the lamp.
Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol or thinners to
clean the projector and lens.
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Installation precautions
Connect the LAN cable only to a computer LAN connection. Other
similar connectors may have a dangerously high voltage source.
The projector must be installed only by suitably qualified personnel, in
accordance with local building codes.
The projector should be installed as close to the power outlet as
possible.
The power connection should be easily accessible, so that it can be
disconnected in an emergency.
Ensure that there is at least 30cm (12in) of space between the
ventilation outlets and any wall, and 10cm (4in) on all other sides.
Do not install the projector close to anything that might be affected by
its operational heat, for instance, polystyrene ceiling tiles, curtains etc.
The projector weighs over 100kg (200lbs). Use safe handling
techniques when lifting the projector.
When stacking projectors, the stack MUST be vertical, to ensure that
the stresses are distributed to all for frame couplings.
Before installation, make sure that the surface, ceiling or rigging that is
to support the projector is capable of supporting the combined weight
of the projector and lens (see specification for exact weights).
Separate backup safety chains or wires should always be used for each
projector.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the projector chassis. Only the
rigging frame is capable of withstanding the weight of another
projector.
Do not stack more than four projectors.
Do not drop or jarr the projector.
Place the projector in a dry area away from sources of dust, moisture,
steam, smoke, sunlight or heat.
Do not tilt the projector more than  ±12° from side to side when in use,
as this may cause serious lamp failure, damage the lamp module and
cause extra cost on replacement. The projector my be tilted forwards
and backwards as necessary.
Each time a new lens is fitted to the projector, the calibration procedure
must be carried out. See Lens menu, in Section 4. Using the menus.
The zoom drive mechanism should always be set to the engaged
position, even when using the non-zoom lens, as it provides an extra
level of protection, should the lens release lever fail.
Notes
±12°
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Operation and configuration precautions
Do not try to operate the touch screen using anything harder than your
finger. This could damage the LCD.
Do not make changes to the networking configuration unless you
understand what you are doing, or have taken advice from your
Network Manager. If you make a mistake, it is possible that you will lose
contact with the projector. Always double-check your settings before
pressing the APPLY button. Always keep a written note of the original
settings, and any changes you have made.
Software update should NOT be carried out except by, or with the
supervision of, Digital Projection Service personnel.
Compliance with international standards
Noise
GSGV Acoustic Noise Information Ordinance
The sound pressure level is less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 3744 or ISO 7779.
RF Interference
FCC
The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or
changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified by Digital Projection in this manual.
Failure to comply with this government regulation could void your right to operate
this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause harmful interference, in
which case the user will be responsible for correcting any interference.
European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) Directive
Digital Projection Ltd is fully committed to minimising Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment. Our products are designed with reuse, recycling
and recovery of all components in mind. To this end, at end of life, your
projector may be returned to Digital Projection Ltd or its agent so that the
environmental impact can be minimised.
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Digital Projection LIGHTNING 30sx+m, 40sx+m User Manual Contents
LIGHTNING 30sx+m, 40sx+m User Manual
CONTENTS
Important Information i
Symbols used in this guide ............................................................................................... i
Warnings .................................................................................................................................................... i
Trademarks ................................................................................................................................................ i
Product revision........................................................................................................................................ i
Manual revision......................................................................................................................................... i
General precautions.......................................................................................................... ii
Installation precautions .................................................................................................... iii
Operation and configuration precautions ......................................................................iv
Compliance with international standards ....................................................................... iv
Noise ........................................................................................................................................................ iv
RF Interference........................................................................................................................................ iv
European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive.......................................... iv
1. Introduction 1.1
What’s in the box? .......................................................................................................... 1.2
Key features of the projector ......................................................................................... 1.3
Getting to know the projector ........................................................................................ 1.4
Chassis – lamp, lens and filter ............................................................................................................. 1.4
Lamp-hours meter................................................................................................................................. 1.5
Rear panel – connection and control .................................................................................................. 1.6
Rigging frame........................................................................................................................................ 1.6
2. Installation 2.1
Screen requirements...................................................................................................... 2.2
Aspect ratio........................................................................................................................................... 2.2
Positioning the screen and projector.................................................................................................. 2.4
Choosing a lens.............................................................................................................. 2.5
Method one: using the lens charts ...................................................................................................... 2.5
Choosing a lens using the lens charts ................................................................................................ 2.6
Method two: Choosing a lens by calculation .....................................................................................2.8
Useful lens calculations................................................................................................. 2.9
Fitting the lens .............................................................................................................. 2.10
Shifting the image ......................................................................................................... 2.11
Mounting the projector................................................................................................. 2.12
Levelling............................................................................................................................................... 2.12
Stacking projectors....................................................................................................... 2.13 
						

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Contents Digital Projection LIGHTNING 30sx+m, 40sx+m User Manual
Connecting the projector............................................................................................. 2.14
Input Format........................................................................................................................................ 2.14
EDID handshaking.............................................................................................................................. 2.15
Projector Output.................................................................................................................................. 2.15
Input connection examples................................................................................................................ 2.16
Control connection examples ............................................................................................................ 2.17
Power connections............................................................................................................................. 2.18
3. Getting started 3.1
Switching the power on ................................................................................................. 3.2
Using the touch screen .................................................................................................. 3.2
Switching the lamp on .................................................................................................... 3.3
Adjusting the lamp power .............................................................................................. 3.3
Adjusting the projected image ...................................................................................... 3.4
Switching the power off ................................................................................................. 3.6
4. Using the Menus 4.1
Introduction..................................................................................................................... 4.2
Menu structure...................................................................................................................................... 4.3
Show mode ......................................................................................................................4.4
Lamp status ........................................................................................................................................... 4.4
Input source.......................................................................................................................................... 4.4
Warnings ................................................................................................................................................ 4.5
LCD screen blank .................................................................................................................................. 4.5
IP addresses.......................................................................................................................................... 4.5
Lamp menu ......................................................................................................................4.6
Lamp power ........................................................................................................................................... 4.6
Lamp on ................................................................................................................................................. 4.6
Lamp off ................................................................................................................................................. 4.6
Shutter open/closed.............................................................................................................................. 4.6
Lamp/Lens memories........................................................................................................................... 4.7
Lens menu ....................................................................................................................... 4.8
Move, zoom and focus .......................................................................................................................... 4.8
Shutter open/closed.............................................................................................................................. 4.8
Centre ..................................................................................................................................................... 4.8
Calibration............................................................................................................................................. 4.8
Stop all movement ................................................................................................................................ 4.8
Image menu .....................................................................................................................4.9
Test Patterns .......................................................................................................................................... 4.9
Shutter open/closed ............................................................................................................................ 4.10
Contrast ................................................................................................................................................ 4.11
Brightness ........................................................................................................................................... 4.12
Gamma ................................................................................................................................................. 4.13
Advanced image setup ....................................................................................................................... 4.14