Projector Christie Roadster S+20k User Manual

Roadster/Mirage S+ Users Manual  
 
Table of Contents 
 
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Section Contents Page 
1.1 The Projectors................................................................................................... 1-1 
1.2 Components ...................................................................................................... 1-2 
1.3  Purchase Record and Warranty Registration .................................................... 1-3...

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A   Glossary ........................................................................................................... A-1 
B   Remote Keypad ............................................................................................... B-1 
C   Serial Communication Cables.......................................................................... C-1 
D   Throw...

Section 1 
Introduction 
 
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The Roadster S+ and Mirage S+14K projectors are innovative, high brightness 
DMD™ projectors that use next generation Digital Light Processing™ (DLP™) 
technology from Texas Instruments. All 
models feature compact size, rugged 
construction, and integral rigging 
hardware, with the Roadster Series ideal 
for difficult rental/staging installations of 
multiple projectors, and the Mirage S
+ 
Series featuring amazing stereo 3D 
output. A...

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INTRODUCTION 
 
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Whether the projector is under warranty or the warranty has expired, Christie’s 
highly trained and extensive factory and dealer service network is always available to 
quickly diagnose and correct projector malfunctions. Complete service manuals and 
updates are available to service technicians for all projectors. 
Should you encounter a problem with the projector and require assistance, contact 
your dealer or Christie. In many cases, any necessary...

Section 2 
Installation & Setup 
 
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This section explains how to install and set up the projector. If you are familiar with the projector and want to quickly 
set it up for temporary use, follow the Quick Setup instructions below. For a more complete setup, follow the 
instructions and guides covered in the remaining subsections. 
NOTE: The lens is not installed for shipping. Refer to 4.5, Replacing the Lens. 
Follow these steps for quick setup of the projector in a...

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◊ The Roadster S+12K requires 200-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 12 amps @ 200 VAC. 
◊ The Roadster S+16K and the Mirage S+14K require 200-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 16 
amps @ 200 VAC. 
◊ The Roadster S
+ 20K requires 200-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 24 amps @ 200 VAC. 
 WARNING  
Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not 
within the specified voltage and power range. See Section 6. 
Turn On the Projector and Lamp  
1.  On the projector, turn the power...

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Lens Adjustments 
NOTE: Not applicable to fixed lenses. Focus fixed lens by turning focus 
ring on lens. 
• 
ZOOM: With the input image displayed: 
o If remote keypad: Press Zoom 
 or .
 
o If built-in keypad: Press Zoom 
 or .
 
Hold the key down to see the effect –arrows in the display indicate the direction 
of the zoom (Figure 2.2). 
• 
FOCUS: With the input image displayed: 
o If remote keypad: Press Focus 
 or .
 
o If built-in keypad:...

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 WARNINGS  
• The handles can’t support more than 1 projector. 
• Do not
 use handles for extended time periods. 
• Do not
 use the handles as safety points, or as points 
from which to suspend or hoist the projector. 
Hoisting 
Four integral rigging points on the top of the projector (Figure 2.5) and eight on the 
bottom (Figure 2.6) enable either upright or inverted hoisting. For either orientation, 
hoist an individual projector, or up to 3...