Projector Christie Roadster X9 User Manual

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The video decoder input panel provides simultaneous connection of both a composite
video source (
INPUT 3) and an S-Video source (INPUT 4).
If connecting a composite video source, use the Composite BNC connector or the
RCA phono jack at 
INPUT 3–do not use both as inputs. See Figure 2.19.
AUDIO for INPUT 1 (STANDARD ON VISTA ONLY): To control audio levels in an audio/visual
system, connect pre-amplified (line level) audio inputs to the 
“IN 3” left...

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The video decoder input panel provides simultaneous connection of both a composite
video source (
INPUT 3) and an S-Video source (INPUT 4).
If connecting an S-Video source, use the 4-pin mini DIN connector or the Y and C
BNC connectors (luma and chroma) at 
INPUT 4–do not use both as inputs. See Figure
2.20.
Figure 2.20. Connecting S-Video
AUDIO for INPUT 1 (STANDARD ON VISTA ONLY): To control audio levels in an audio/visual
system, connect...

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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 2.21. 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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S-Video Loop Through
CONNECTIONS: See Figure 2.22. From your source, connect an S-video source signal
to 
INPUT 4 using either the 4-pin mini DIN or the 2 adjacent BNCs labeled Y and C.
Connect a second cable from whichever 
INPUT 4 connector is free to one of the S-
video inputs of the next display device or projector. Continue this looping method for
each projector, using either 4-pin mini DIN or the 2 adjacent BNCs as input into
INPUT 4, then...

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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 2.23. Do not connect both types here simultaneously. NOTE: For additional video
inputs, install an optional Composite/S-Video Input Module at 
INPUT 2.
Figure 2.23. Connecting an Extra Video Source to Input 1
Optional modules from Christie allow you to increase your...

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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 output to
INPUT 1 and connect an RS-232 serial communication cable between the switcher and
the projector serial port labeled 
SWITCHER (see Figure 2.24). The switcher
communication link (permanently set at 9600 baud)...

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Plug the projector’s high-current line cord into the line input socket located in the
lower right corner of the rear panel of the projector, then plug the 3-pronged end of
the line cord into a grounded AC outlet. Input voltage to X3/X4/S3/S4 models must be
capable of 100-240 VAC. For all other models, it must be 200-240 VAC. Use the
proper power source and the high-current rated line cord provided. See Section 5,
Specifications for all power...

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Once the projector is properly set up and producing an image, you are ready to make
quick lens adjustments. Refer to 3.3, Using the Keypad and 3.4, Navigating the
Menus if you are unfamiliar with using the keypad and menu system.
NON-MOTORIZED: If you have a zoom lens installed, turn the textured ring of the lens
barrel to decrease or increase the size of the image at the current throw distance.
MOTORIZED: If you have a zoom lens installed, press...

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horizontal and vertical offset—to the current channel settings recorded in projector
memory (see 3.5, Using Inputs and Channels if you are unfamiliar with channels).
The lens will then automatically reposition itself according to these lens settings each
time you use this channel. The ILS
TM is a global function—any lens settings you
subsequently define for other channels will also be recalled whenever you use those
channels.
You can still change...

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• Try to release the  or  key before reaching a desired lens setting, then
continue as necessary with small incremental adjustments in the same
direction. If you “overshoot” slightly, do not reverse and “tweak” into place
unless you have overshot beyond the backlash zone (which can vary from 10
to 600 increments, depending on the function). Otherwise, the ILS
TM function
will not recognize the final “tweaked” value when you return to this channel,...