Projector Christie Roadie S12 User Manual

							Section 4
Maintenance
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This projector is CSA approved and is designed for safe and reliable operation.
However, safe operation cannot be assured by design alone; installers, maintainers,
and users must maintain a safe operating environment for the system. Please read
through and understand the following warnings and guidelines promoting safe usage
of the projector.
 WARNING 
Never look directly into the projector lens. The
extremely high brightness of this projector can
cause permanent eye damage.
 WARNING 
For protection from ultraviolet radiation,
keep all projector shielding intact during operation.
Observe and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle alerts the user
to important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the projector.
The lightning flash and arrowhead symbol within the equilateral
triangle alerts the user to non-insulated dangerous voltage within
the projectors enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
Operate the projector in an environment which meets the operating range
specifications in Section 5, Specifications. Do not operate the projector close to
water, such as near a swimming pool.
Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the projector is to be
ceiling mounted, only use a Christie-approved ceiling mount
fixture.
A projector and cart combination should be used with care.
Sudden stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
projector and cart combination to overturn.
4.1 Warnings and
Guidelines
Labels and Markings 
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LAMP: Do not operate the Xenon lamp for more than 1000 hours; risk of the lamp
shattering increases as a result of changes in the quartz glass. Also, operation beyond
1000 hours significantly reduces brightness output.
 WARNING 
Even cool lamps can explode. Direct lamp window AWAY
from all people and objects at all times.
The arc lamp operates at a very high temperature and
pressure. Failure to allow the lamp to sufficiently cool prior to
handling could result in an explosion causing personal injury
and/or property damage. After turning the projector off it is
important that you wait at least five minutes before
unplugging it. This provides enough time for the internal lamp cooling fans to cool
the lamp and to automatically shut off. Cool completely before handling.
 WARNING 
Use only lamps supplied by the projector manufacturer.
FILTER: Replace the side filter every 1000 hours or sooner. If this filter is not
replaced, air flow may become restricted and cause the projector to overheat.
See 4.4, Replacing the Lamp and Filter for the complete replacement procedure.
 WARNING 
Use only filters supplied by the projector manufacturer.
Only use attachments or accessories recommended by the manufacuter, such as the
integral AC line cord. Use of other attachments or accessories with this projector may
result in the risk of fire, shock or personal injury.
  WARNING 
Use only the integral AC power cord supplied. Do not alter or
attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the
specified voltage and power range.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Locate the projector where the cord
cannot be abused by persons walking on it or objects rolling over it.
Operate the projector at the specified voltage only. Do not overload power outlets
and extension cords as this can result in fire or shock hazards.
The projector is equipped with a three wire plug having a third (grounding) pin. This
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact an
electrician to have the outlet replaced. Never defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
Before unplugging the power cord, make sure the internal
lamp cooling fans have shut off. The fans automatically shut
off when the projector has adequately cooled down.
Slots and openings in the projector provide ventilation. To
ensure reliable operation of the projector and to prevent overheating, these openings
must never be blocked or covered. The projector should never be placed near or over Lamp and Filter 

Replacement
Power Cord
and Attachments
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a radiator or heat register. The projector should not be placed in an enclosure unless
proper ventilation is provided. In a stack, do not invert only a single projector.
Never insert objects of any kind into the projector through the ventilation openings.
They may touch dangerous voltages or short-out components resulting in a fire or
shock hazard. Do not spill liquids into the projector. Should an accidental spill occur,
immediately unplug the projector and have it serviced by qualified service personnel.
If any of the following conditions exist, unplug the projector from the power outlet
and refer service to qualified service personnel.
• The power cord has been damaged.
• The internal cooling fans do not come on when the projector is first turned on.
• Liquid has been spilled into the projector.
• The projector has been exposed to excessive moisture.
• The projector does not operate normally.
• The projector has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
• Projector performance has deteriorated.
Do not attempt to service the projector yourself. All servicing must be performed by
a qualified projector service technician only. If replacement parts are required, it is
important that only manufacturer-approved parts are used. Other parts may result in
fire, electric shock or risk of personal injury.
Clean the projector exterior when required. Before cleaning, always unplug the
projector from the power outlet.
To avoid the risk of scratching the lens, clean the lens only if absolutely necessary. A
small amount of dust on the lens will have virtually no effect on picture quality. If the
lens must be cleaned, use a DRY soft cotton cloth. Clean gently in a circular motion.
Never touch the glass surface of the lamp, as the oil imprint will seriously degrade
lamp performance. Should you accidentally touch the surface of the lamp, clean
carefully with a lint-free cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
Clean the case with a soft dampened cloth. Use a mild commercial cleaner. Do not
use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
The IR remote keypad uses four AA size, 1.5V batteries (preferably alkaline). To
install new batteries, open the battery compartment at the back side of the keypad by
pulling on the raised portion of the cover as shown (Figure 4.1).
Remove the old batteries and safely discard. Wait a minute or two and place the new
batteries in the compartment, orienting the positive/negative of each battery
according to the labels in the compartment. When batteries are in place, replace the
cover by inserting its bottom edge first and snapping the top into place. Do not force.
NOTE: Always wait a minute or two when replacing batteries so that the internal
electronics discharge and can recognize the change. Servicin
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4.2 Cleaning
Lens
Lamp
Case
4.3 Replacing
Keypad
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Figure 4.1. Replacing Keypad Batteries
NOTE: For this procedure you will need a “Roadie S12/X10/X8 Lamp and Filter
Replacement Kit” manufactured after May 2000.
The high brightness of your projector is provided by a 1.9 kilowatt Xenon lamp
permanently mounted inside its own protective housing. When the bulb approaches
1000 hours of usage, this lamp module needs to be replaced.
How Old is The Lamp?
The number of hours logged on the current lamp appears both in the Lamp submenu
(accessed through the Advanced menu) and the Status menu. In the Status menu, do
not confuse “Lamp Hours” with “Lamp Counter”, which indicates the number of
hours logged during the current rental period only and is normally used just for rental
projectors.
NOTE: As the lamp nears its limit (as set in Lamp Limit), a message can appear on
screen to warn that the lamp needs to be replaced. To make sure that this warning
appears, enter a checkmark in the Lamp Message checkbox located in the Lamp
submenu.
You will need a Phillips screwdriver for this procedure.
 WARNING 
Lamp replacement is to be done by
a qualified service technician only.
 WARNING 
Never remove a hot lamp. The bulb is under great
pressure and risk of explosion increases with
temperature, causing personal injury and/or property
damage. Allow to cool completely and handle by the
housing only.
 WARNING 
Even cool lamps can explode. Direct lamp window AWAY
from all people and objects at all times.
 WARNING 
Use only lamps supplied by the projector manufacturer.
4.4 Replacing the
Lamp and Filter
Lamp Replacement
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Turn off the projector
Turn the projector off and allow the cooling fans to stop automatically before
proceeding with Step 2.
Unplug the projector
When the cooling fans have stopped, unplug the projector. Allow additional time for
the lamp to cool completely. Never handle a hot lamp, and use caution at all times.
Unlatch & open lamp door
The lamp module is secured in
place behind a lamp door
located on the left side of the
projector about half way back
(see Figure 4.2 and Figure 4.3).
• Unlatch the center latch
by pulling up and
loosening ¼ turn.
• Slide the 2 bottom spring
fasteners firmly towards
the center. Then pull the
fasteners towards you to lock in place. NOTE: Pull firmly— the springs are
stiff.
• Pull the door down, then off—
the internal lamp bracket and
lamp module will be exposed.
Remove lamp bracket
Loosen both bracket knobs. Pull the bracket
straight up, lifting one end up until it is free from
its slot in the lamp cavity, and remove. See Figure
4.4. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Figure 4.2. Lamp Location
Figure 4.3. Open Lamp Door
STEP 4
Figure 4.4. Remove lamp
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Pull out old lamp module
Grasp the top and bottom
handles of the lamp module
and pull the module straight out
of the projector (Figure 4.5).
Pull firmly while keeping the
assembly level.
Return old lamp module
All lamps returned to the manufacturer must be packed safely and securely in an
adequate shipping carton, such as the box and packing materials provided with the
new lamp. Label the carton clearly with an RMA number and return to the
manufacturer as described in the instructions provided with the new lamp.
NOTE: Your voluntary participation in this re-lamping program is
strongly encouraged, and helps ensure availability of economical
replacement lamps carrying a full warranty. Once you have returned a
used lamp, you are entitled to the purchase of a re-lamped lamp module.
Consult the Lamp Warranty Program document for further re-lamping details.
Insert new lamp module
• 
CLEAN THE LAMP AREA AND CHECK NEARBY COMPONENTS: With the lamp
module removed, carefully check for and remove any debris in the lamp
compartment and adjacent duct. Make sure the cold mirror is intact, and that the
adjacent blower is clean and turns freely.
 WARNING 
Clear the projector interior of any debris.
• See Figure 4.6. Align the
lamp module to the lamp
compartment with the
lamp window facing the
projector, handles near
top and bottom.
Carefully slide the
module straight into the
projector. When it feels
as though it is in place,
push very firmly once
more to ensure that the
unit is properly seated as far back as possible.
 WARNING 
Do not face, touch or bump the lamp window.
STEP 5
Figure 4.5. Pull out old lamp module
STEP 6
STEP 7
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Install lamp bracket
Set the lamp bracket into the slots on the side of
the lamp compartment, making sure both ends seat
securely at the bottom of the slots. Hand tighten
the 2 knobs firmly so that the lamp is secured as
far back into the projector as possible. See right.
Align the lamp
 IMPORTANT: Align as per the instructions supplied with the new lamp kit.
ALIGNMENT IS MANDATORY for this projector, and must be done whenever the lamp
module is replaced or moved. Make sure the bracket is in place when aligning.
Replace the lamp door
Insert the top edge of the lamp door
under the projector top lid. Then release
the bottom latches by pushing back and
then sliding the fasteners firmly away
from each other to lock into the
projector handle. Secure top latch. See
right.
NOTE: If the door doesn’t appear to fit
properly, the lamp module is likely not
quite in all the way— push the module in
a little farther and re-align.
Power up the projector and reset the lamp timer
In the Advanced menu, select the “Lamp” option. In the Lamp submenu, select the
“Change Lamp” option–enter the new serial number in the S/N text box (see Section
3, Operation if you need help entering the number). When the new number is
recorded, the lamp timer will automatically reset to “0” hours and begin to log time.
IMPORTANT
If you neglect to enter a serial number, the lamp timer
will not reset to “0” and will therefore be inaccurate. The
lamp life limit may then expire prematurely.
NOTES: 1) Once entered, the new lamp serial number is also automatically added to the
“Lamp History” submenu (read-only). 2) Lamp life data is required for warranty claims. STEP 8

Figure 4.7. Install bracket
STEP 9
STEP 10
Figure 4.8. Replace lamp door
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It is a good idea to replace the 2 side filters whenever the lamp module is replaced (or
more frequently if operating the projector in a dusty environment). These filters lie
along the right side panel of the projector, running from the front edge to about 9
inches from the rear.
Turn off the projector, cool, and unplug.
Before removing or installing a filter, turn off the projector and allow to cool for five
minutes before unplugging.
 WARNING 
 Unplug the projector.
Remove the filter grille
Remove the 6 screws securing the filter grille to the projector (Figure 4.9).
Figure 4.9. Remove filter grille
Pull out the old filters and replace with the new, wire side in. Align the first filter to
the front edge of the projector and follow with the second so that the last 9 inches
(approx.) are not covered by filter. See Figure 4.10. Replace the grille and secure
with the 6 screws.
Figure 4.10. Install long and short filters
 WARNING 
Use only Christie filters. Never operate
the projector without the filters installed.
Filter Replacement
Procedure
STEP 1

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A variety of lenses are available to accommodate different throw distances and
specific types of installations. See page 5-1 for details. To change or install a lens,
follow the steps below.
Turn off the projector, cool, and unplug.
Before removing or installing a lens, turn off the projector and allow to cool for five
minutes before unplugging. Make sure that the lens cap is on.
 WARNING 
Unplug the projector. Install the lens cap.
Remove the lens
Make sure the projector is unplugged. Grasp the lens assembly near the point where it
enters the projector and slowly unscrew (turn counter-clockwise) until the assembly
is free from the projector. Use both hands and take care not to touch the lens surface,
which is easily damaged. Set aside.
NOTE: To remove a motorized zoom lens, loosen the 3 thumbscrews securing the
zoom adapter collar around the perimeter of the lens (see Figure 4.13). Then
unscrew the lens and pull out the adapter collar.
Install the new lens and adjust
FIXED (NON-ZOOM) - Make sure the new lens is protected by the lens cap. Turn off
the projector. Install the new lens in the projector by carefully screwing the assembly
into the projector just until snug. If the lens assembly seems difficult to turn, it may
be cross-threaded. Carefully remove and try again. Use both hands and do not force
or over-tighten.
MOTORIZED  ZOOM - Make sure the zoom lens is protected by a lens cap. Then:
a) TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE PROJECTOR.
b) INSERT THE NEW ZOOM ADAPTER COLLAR (available separately) into the
empty lens area of the projector, aligning the collar pin to the slot in the
projector (Figure 4.11). Fully loosen all 3 collar thumbscrews. NOTE: The
adapter collar enables remote (motorized) zoom in the projector. For manual
zoom adjustment, do not install this collar.
 
Figure 4.11. Align adapter collar pin to slot in projector
c) Screw the lens into the projector as described above for non-zoom lenses. It
should not come into contract with the adapter collar at this point.
4.5 Replacing the
Lens
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3