Projector Christie Roadie 25k User Manual

							Users Manual   
Table of Contents 
 
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Section Contents Page 
1.1 The Projector .................................................................................................... 1-1 
1.2  List of Components ........................................................................................... 1-3 
1.3  Purchase Record and Service Contacts ............................................................. 1-3 
1.4  Ethernet Settings for This Projector.................................................................. 1-3 
1.5  Who Should Use This Manual .......................................................................... 1-3 
 
2.1 Quick Setup ...................................................................................................... 2-1 
2.2 Installation Considerations................................................................................ 2-5 
2.3  Projector Position and Mounting .................................................................... 2-10 
2.4  Installing a Lens, Lamp & Cooling ................................................................. 2-16 
2.5 Connecting Sources ........................................................................................ 2-22 
2.6 Connecting Communications .......................................................................... 2-28 
2.7  Connecting Multiple Projectors ...................................................................... 2-32 
2.8  Connecting the Ballast .................................................................................... 2-38 
2.9 Initial Power-up .............................................................................................. 2-40 
2.10  Maximizing Light Output ............................................................................... 2-41 
2.11  Basic Image Alignment................................................................................... 2-41 
2.12 Boresight Adjustment ..................................................................................... 2-42 
2.13  Internal Optical Adjustments .......................................................................... 2-45 
2.14  Remote Keypad Protocols and Conversion..................................................... 2-46 
 
3.1 Projector Basics ................................................................................................ 3-1 
• Components/Features....................................................................................3-1 
3.2  Using the Keypads ............................................................................................ 3-5 
3.3  Power-up Procedure / Checklist ..................................................................... 3-13 
3.4 Power-down Procedure................................................................................... 3-14 
3.5  Navigating the Menus ..................................................................................... 3-15 
3.6  Using Inputs and Channels ............................................................................. 3-18 
3.7  Adjusting the Image ........................................................................................ 3-24 
3.8  Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls ................................... 3-38 
3.9  Working with PIP ........................................................................................... 3-48 
3.10  Working with the Lamp .................................................................................. 3-51 
3.11 Status Menu .................................................................................................... 3-58 
3.12  Using Multiple Projectors............................................................................... 3-59 
3.13  Remote Control of the Projector ..................................................................... 3-69 
3.14  Working with the Lenses ................................................................................ 3-70 
3.15 Error Conditions ............................................................................................. 3-71 
 
4.1  Warnings and Guidelines .................................................................................. 4-1 
4.2  Maintaining Proper Cooling ............................................................................. 4-3 
4.3  Maintenance and Cleaning ................................................................................ 4-4 
4.4  Replacing the Lamp and Filter .......................................................................... 4-6 
4.5  Replacing a Lens............................................................................................. 4-12 
 
continued… 
1 Introduction
 
2  Installation & 
Setup 
3  Basic 
Operation 
4  Maintenance  
						

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5.1 Power ................................................................................................................5-1 
5.2 Lamp.................................................................................................................5-1 
5.3 Ethernet .............................................................................................................5-2 
5.4 Displays ............................................................................................................5-2 
 
6.1 Specifications ....................................................................................................6-1  
 
 
A   Glossary ........................................................................................................... A-1 
B   Remote Keypad................................................................................................ B-1 
C    Serial Communication Cables .......................................................................... C-1 
D   Throw Distance ................................................................................................ D-1 
E   System Integration ........................................................................................... E-1 
F    Optional Input Modules ................................................................................... F-1 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 NOTE: Due to continuing research, all information in this manual is subject to change without notice 
5  Troubleshooting
6 Specifications
 
 Appendices
  
						

							Section 1 
Introduction 
 
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The Roadie 25K is a 
revolutionary split-body 
DMD
 projector 
utilizing 3-chip Digital 
Light Processing
 
(DLP
) technology 
from Texas Instruments. 
Its unique separation of 
projection head and 
lamp ballast means both 
parts can be flown and 
rigged with greater ease, 
creating the ideal 
solution for challenging 
rental/staging 
installations and tight 
spaces. With 2048 x 
1080 resolution, light 
output of up to 25000 
ANSI lumens, and 10-bit image processing all standard, Roadie 25K images are 
stunning in their size, brilliance and quality. This tough, user-friendly projector is 
built for frequent transport and quick setup, even on sprawling networks—perfect for 
any large audience venue demanding effortless installation and operation. 
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Inputs 

						

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The following components make up a complete Roadie 25K system (see Figure 3.1): 

						

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This section explains how to install, connect, and optimize the projector for smooth operation. For more 
comprehensive instructions and operating details, refer to the remaining sections of the manual. 
Follow these steps for quick setup of the projector in a basic front mount position. 
 
Position the Projection Head 
Locate the projection head at an appropriate throw distance (projector-to-screen 
distance) and vertical position. See 2.3, Projector Position and Mounting and 
Appendix D. Make sure that the projector is level from side-to-side, and do not invert. 
Locate the lamp ballast so that its 4 cables can reach the rear of the projection head. 
Install Lamp, Lens and Heat Extractor 
Refer to 2.4, Installing a Lens, Lamp & Cooling for instructions. 
Connect a Source 
Connect your desired source to the 
appropriate connector(s) on the main 
input panel located on the side of the 
projector (lens side). 
 
 
Connect to Lamp Ballast and Power 
 WARNINGS  
 Connect all 4 cables to the projection head prior
 to 
turning the ballast breaker on. 
 Follow all labeling exactly. 
HEAD-TO-BALLAST: Connect all 4 ballast cables—two DC power cables, and 2 
communication/control cables—between the projector rear and lamp ballast.  
See Figure 2.1. 
2.1 Quick Setup 
 STEP 1 
 STEP 2 
  STEP 3  
 
 
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Figure 2.1. Connect Head to Ballast 
BALLAST-TO-AC: See Figure 2.2. Connect the ballast’s integral 3-phase 30 amp line 
cord to your AC supply—you may have to modify the plug for your site. 
NOTE: Before connecting the ballast to AC, a qualified electrical technician must 
make sure the ballast’s plug type and Input Power Range Switch match the line 
voltage available at the site. Remove the lamp ballast cover to access the switch and 
determine its setting—toggle LEFT for 200 VAC supplies, toggle RIGHT for 400 
VAC supplies (factory default=200 VAC). Modify the plug type as necessary—as a 
delta load with safety ground, it has no neutral. 
Confirm that the ballast’s 3-phase status lights are on and that the adjacent voltmeter 
displays an acceptable AC level for your ballast and region. See Section 6, 
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the internal cooling fan start-up. NOTE: There is no other indication of “ballast ON” 
status. 
 
Figure 2.2. Ballast Connection and Power-up  
HEAD-TO-AC: Connect the Christie-
supplied IEC 320 (220V) 15-amp 
line cord to your AC supply. Do not 
substitute other cords. Input power 
required is 200 - 240 VAC 
(nominal), 50 to 60 Hz @ 3 amps 
for 208 V. 
 WARNING  
Do not attempt operation if the 
AC level is not within the 
specified voltage and power 
range for the projection head. 
EXTRACTOR: Also plug the 
extractor fan into the projector. See 
2.4, Installing a Lens, Lamp, & 
Cooling 
At this point, the projection head is 
in a type of “standby” mode only—the voltmeter should both display the incoming 
voltage and the adjacent main 
PROJ. STATUS light should be yellow, and light engine 
compartment fans are running but the rest of the projection head is off. 
Set Lamp Type 
 WARNING  
Explosion hazard. Keep the projection head OFF until 
you have defined which lamp type is installed. 
 
 
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Before powering up the projector and igniting the lamp, you must define in memory 
which size lamp is installed, otherwise you risk severely overdriving or underdriving 
a lamp. Record on the “Lamp Installed” label too. 
1. Press 
Menu. 
The Status 
Display at the 
rear of the 
projector will 
show a 
“Lamp Size” 
of 2000, 
3000, 4500 or 
6000 watts, 
depending on 
its last 
setting. 
Factory 
default=6000. 
2. Enter either 
the Lamp Password (see Figure 2.3), or the Christie service password. NOTE: 
Password is required unless the “Enable Password” service option has been 
turned off.  
3. Use 
 to select which lamp is currently installed. Make sure the lamp type 
is also indicated on the lamp door label—use a small sticker from the front cover 
of this manual, or mark with a pen. 
4.  When the Status Display shows the correct lamp type, the projector and lamp can 
be turned on. 
NOTE: Lamp size can also be changed in the Service menu (Service password 
required) if the projector is running, but will not take effect until the next power-up. 
Whenever possible, define the lamp size before
 igniting the lamp. 
Turn the Projector and Lamp ON 
Using either the built-in or remote keypad, do one of the following to turn the 
projector on and ignite the lamp. 
• Press and hold
  for at least two seconds 
—or— 
• Press 
 
—or— 
• Press 
 
The main 
PROJ. STATUS light at the rear of the projector should be green when the 
projector is up-and-running. For best results, let the projector warm up for about five 
minutes. 
Select the Source 
Using either the remote or built-in keypad, press 
Input 1, Input 2, Inpu t 3, Inpu t 4, Inpu t 5 or Inpu t 6 
to select and display the image for the corresponding source connected in Step 3. The 
display will resize as needed, producing an image as large as possible for the type of 
source present. 
 
Figure 2.3. Setting Lamp Size 
 STEP 6 
 STEP 7