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To loop a single incoming video signal input (connected at the video decoder)
through to another projector or display device, use the empty connector(s) adjacent to
this same input as described below.
Composite Video Loop Through
CONNECTIONS: See Figure 2.22. From your source, connect a composite video signal
to 
INPUT 3 using either the small phono plug or the adjacent BNC. Connect a second
cable from whichever 
INPUT 3 connector is free to one of...

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Figure 2.23. Connections for S-Video Loop Through
If you want to use an extra video source in addition to the video source(s) connected at
INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 connect either a Composite or S-Video source to INPUT 1 as shown in
Figure 2.24. Do not connect both types here simultaneously. NOTE: For additional video
inputs, install an optional Composite/S-Video Input Module at 
INPUT 2.
Figure 2.24. Connecting an Extra Video Source to Input 1
Optional...

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“RBG” input module installed at INPUT 2— the optional HDTV Input Module used in
earlier projectors is not needed or recommended . 4) See Appendix F, Optional
Input Modules for a brief description of each interface.
You may wish to use one or more external Marquee Signal Switchers or a third party
switcher in order to significantly increase the number of sources you can select. If
you are using a Marquee Signal Switcher, connect the switcher’s RGB...

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Plug the twist-locking 3-prong end of the integral line cord (30-amp, with L6-30
plug) into an appropriate grounded AC source. Twist to secure. Input voltage to the
projector must be capable of supplying between 200 and 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz. The
power source must be capable of supplying 2800 watts of power to the projector. See
Section 5, Specifications for complete power requirements.
 WARNING 
Do not attempt operation if the AC supply is not within...

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Once the projector is properly set up and projecting an image, you are ready to make
quick adjustments of the motorized lens. Lens control is accessed by pressing the 
Lens
key on one of the keypads, which will display the Lens Control menu of options.
NOTE: Refer to Section 3 if you need help in navigating the menu.
If you have a zoom lens installed, adjust the zoom slidebar in the Lens Control menu
to increase or decrease the size of your image...

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Figure 2.27. RS-232 Serial Connection to a Computer
RS-422 Ports
Some computers can provide 
RS-422 serial communications (often through a plug-in
adapter or external converter) rather than the more common RS-232. RS-422
communication has differential “transmits-and-receives” and is generally better
suited for long distances than is RS-232 communication. RS-422 is not compatible
with RS-232—connecting one to the other could damage the equipment at...

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INPUT 1 and connect an RS-232 serial communication cable between the switcher and
the projector serial port labeled 
SWITCHER (refer back to Figure 2.25). The switcher
communication link (permanently set at 9600 baud) enables you to access inputs
connected to the switcher in the same manner as those connected directly to the
projector. For most other third-party switchers, connect and access sources according
to the documentation provided with that...

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For either type of network, continue connecting projectors in this manner until
you’ve reached the last projector in the chain, so that only the last projector has an
empty 
RS-232 OUT (or RS-422 PORT, if applicable). See examples below.
Figure 2.31. Assorted Networks
Note that communication parameters such as baud rate must be set to match the
particular controlling device before connecting as a network—refer to the
documentation that came with your...

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In a typical network, broadcast serial communications or messages destined for a
specific projector travel through all serial ports in each projector regardless of
whether the messages originate from an RS-232 or RS-422 source (refer back to
Figure 2.31, bottom example). The communication path depends on the serial cabling
connected at each projector.
You may prefer the option of two separate communication paths—RS-232 or RS-
422—in your network,...

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Figure 2.33. Two Types of Split Networks
Each projector can be assigned a unique 3-digit projector number (for example, 001).
These numbers are necessary when you are working with multiple linked projectors,
enabling you to direct commands to a certain projector rather than always
broadcasting to the entire network. For complete information on how to assign
projector numbers, see 3.7, Configuring System Parameters.
NOTE: To loop a single incoming...