Projector Christie Roadster S4 User Manual

MAINTENANCE
4-12
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual
Figure 4.14. Insert Lens and Rotate (FIXED LENS SHOWN)
Secure new lens assembly
Secure the 3 lens mount screws. Refer back to Figure 4.11. Accessing the Lens
Mount Screws—note 30° angle of hex driver required to secure a motorized zoom
lens.
Power Up and Calibrate the Lens
Remove the lens cap and power up the projector. Press 
Lens  to focus, then select
the “Calibrate Lens” option in the Lens Control menu.
Reposition the projector for new lens
Reposition the...

MAINTENANCE
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual4-13
4. The batteries in the IR remote keypad may be weak. Refer to 4.3, Replacing
Keypad Batteries for instructions.
5. The IR keypad may have been disabled by a change in protocol . See 2.10,
Keypad Protocols and Conversion and 3.7, Configuring System Parameters.
6. Use the 
Powe r * key on the built-in keypad to turn the projector on.
The projector is on but I can’t see display of source input...
1. Was the lens cover accidentally left on? Remove lens cover.
2....

MAINTENANCE
4-14
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual
3. The lamp may have reached the end of its life. Check the “Lamp Hours” via RS-
232 request 
lph?.
Motorized FOCUS does not work…
1. Remote lens functions are standard with Roadster models only.
2. If 
Lens focus does nothing and the focus tabs move freely by hand, the focus
motor (located just below the lens opening) has likely been bumped forward
during rough transit of the projector, disengaging from its gear. Remove the lens
and push the motor into the...

MAINTENANCE
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual4-15
8. The source (if non-video) may need sync tip clamping. Enter a check in the
Clamp Tip box found in the Input Levels submenu.
The display is reversed and/or upside-down…
1. The projectors image orientation is not set correctly for the current installation.
Refer to 2.6, Operating Orientation to set the projectors image orientation to
match your installation.
The upper portion of the display is waving, tearing or jittering…
1. This can sometimes occur with...

MAINTENANCE
4-16
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual
Colors in the display are inaccurate…
1. The color, tint, gamma, color space and/or color temperature settings may require
adjustment. Review all settings, and refer to 3.6, Adjusting the Image and 3.7,
Configuring System Parameters.
The display is not rectangular…
1. Check leveling of the projector. If necessary, try relocating the projector or
screen so that the lens surface and screen are approximately parallel
2. Is the vertical offset set correctly ?...

Section 5
Specifications
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual5-1 NOTES: 1) Due to continuing research, specifications are subject to change without notice. 2)
Specifications apply to all models unless otherwise noted. 3) Roadster X4/ S4 and Vista S5
are no longer manufactured.
Panel Resolution and Refresh Rate
Pixel format (H x V) on 3 DMD panels1280 x 1024 (SXGA) or 1080 x 768 (XGA)
Refresh rate (panel) 23.97 – 78 Hz
Brightness in maximum output conditions
Vista X3/S3 = 3000 ANSI lumensRoadster  X4/S4 = 4000...

SPECIFICATIONS
5-2
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual
Number of inputs 2 RGBHV (second input via plug-in module)
2 video, 4 stereo (audio standard on Vista only))
Analog RGB and YPbPr (INTERLACED OR PROGRESSIVE SCAN FORMAT)
Horizontal frequency range * 15 – 120 kHz *
Vertical frequency range 23.97 – 120 Hz
Pixel clock rate 10 – 160 MHz
Active pixels per scan line (H) 640 – 2048
Active lines per frame/field (V) 200 – 2000
Signal format Analog RGB or YP
bPr
Input levels
R,B,G,Y — with sync
R,G,B — without sync...

 SPECIFICATIONS
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual5-3
RS-422 Serial Input
Number of connectors 2
Connector type 6-pin XLR
Wired Control Input
Optional wired keypad 3-pin XLR connector
Input level High 2.0V min., Low 0.7V max.
 General
Voltage range (auto switching) for X3/S3 and X4/S4
Voltage range (auto switching) for X5/S5, X6/S6 and X9/S9100 to 240 VAC ±10%
200 to 240 VAC ±10%
Line frequency, all 50 – 60 Hz nominal
Max. inrush current X3/S3, X4/S4, X5/S5, and X6/S6 60 amps
Max. inrush current X9/S9 85 amps...

SPECIFICATIONS
5-4
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual
Typical range 100’, line-of-sight
IR carrier frequency (subcarrier modulated) 336 kHz
Battery type (4 required) AA 1.5 V (Alkaline cells)
Battery life 1 yr. Shelf, 1 mo. continuous use
Roadster
Size (W x L x H of product only, no lens) 27.3 (69.3 cm) x 30.3” (77 cm) x
11.9” (30.2 cm)
Max. weight of product, no lens 114 lb. (51.7 kg)
Max. shipping weight 176 lb. (79.9 kg)
Vista
Size (W x L x H of product only, no lens) 22.3” (56.6 cm) x 30.3” (77 cm) x
11.9”...

 SPECIFICATIONS
Roadster/Vista User’s Manual5-5
Accessories
Wired Remote Keypad
2-Way Controller 
(NOTE: v1.2 or higher TWC required for CoRE v1.4 or higher)
IR Remote Sensor
Alternate Throw Lenses 
(see page 5-1)
Roadster Hoisting/Stacking Kit
Universal Ceiling Mount (includes Roadster / Vista adapter)
CoRE Librarian for downloading new software
Threaded lens adapter/flange for installing Vista
GRAPHX lenses
Shutter kit 
(for Vista)
Input Modules (“Interfaces”)
RGB500 Input Module
RGB400 Active...