Projector Christie Rpmsp D180u User Manual

							Section 1: Introduction
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1.5 Purchase Record and Servicing
Christie’s factory and dealer service network is available to diagnose and correct projector malfunctions. 
Service manuals and updates are available to service technicians for all projectors.
If you encounter any problems with the projector and require assistance, contact your dealer or Christie Digital 
Systems. Fill out the information in the table below and keep with your records for future reference. 
1.5.1 Purchase Record
NOTE: The serial number can be found on the license label.
To register your product on-line visit http://www.christiedigital.com/  Product Resources & Service  
Product Registration. This will keep you in touch with all the latest product information, such as updates, 
technical bulletins, downloads and Christie newsletters.
Dealer:
Dealer Phone Number:
Projector Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Installation Date, if applicable: 
						

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2 Installation and Setup
Use this section to install and setup your projector. Complete these steps:
Step 1 – Unpack the projector.
Step 2 – Select and modify the projector’s configuration according to the intended application: lens-vertical 
(90 degree) or lens-horizontal (0 degree) projection.
Step 3 – Calculate throw distance if necessary. Position and mount the projector. 
Step 4 – Connect sources.
Step 5 – Turn the projector on.
Step 6 – Adjust projection lens to improve image focus.
Step 7 – Adjust image geometry using the 6-axis adjuster.
Step 8 – Adjust software to optimize image on a single screen, or multiple screens.
NOTES: 1) The illustrations used in this manual are graphical representations only and may not depict your 
projector model exactly. 
2) If you are installing your projector in a TotalVIEW™ 50” or 67” cube enclosure, refer to the separate 
installation guide provided (020-100248-XX).
2.1 Pre-Installation Considerations
Whether installing your projector permanently or temporarily take the following into account to get the best 
possible performance from your projector. When designing a projection room consider:
• are you operating single or multiple units
• the room size
• lighting and audience seating 
• distance the audience is sitting from the display
• from which angle the display is viewed
These are important when deciding where to place the display, or what type and size of screen to use.
2.1.1 Screen Size and Type
Choose an appropriate screen size for your lens and application. If the projector is displaying text information, 
the image size must be large enough to allow the audience to view all text clearly. The eye-to-text distance 
should be less than 150 times the height of the letter. Small text located too far from the eye will be illegible at 
a distance no matter how sharply and clearly it is displayed. 
To fill a screen with an image, the aspect ratio (expressed as the ratio of its width to its height) of the screen 
must be equal to the aspect ratio of the image. Screens with an aspect ratio of 4:3 are recommended for use 
with these projectors.
Diffused and optical screens are best suited for rear screen installations. A diffused screen has a surface which 
spreads the light striking it. Purely diffused screens have a gain of less than 1. Optical screens take light from 
the projector and redirect it to increase the light intensity at the front of the screen. 
						

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2.1.2 Ambient Lighting 
The high brightness of this projector is well suited for locations where ambient lighting might be considered 
less than ideal for projection. A typical room with ceiling lights and windows rarely requires special attention. 
If light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image, 
the contrast ratio in your image will be noticeably reduced and may appear washed out and less vibrant.
In general, avoid or eliminate light sources directed at the screen.
2.1.3 Other Considerations
Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:
• Ventilation is important, the constant ambient temperature must below 35°C (95°F). Keep the projector away 
from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature can affect the operation of the projector 
which may affect performance.
• Keep the projector away from devices radiating electromagnetic energy such as motors and transformers, 
slide projectors, speakers, power amplifiers, elevators, etc.
• Use an optical mirror for rear screen installations to shorten the optical light path and use less space in the 
projection room.
• When designing a projection room, consider positioning the projector and screen for maximum audience 
coverage and space efficiency. For example, placing the screen along the larger wall in a rectangular room 
reduces audience coverage.
2.2 Installation & Setup 
This section outlines the installation sequence of an RPMX/RPMSP-D132U or RPMSP-D180U projector as a 
stand alone or multiple projector installation. 
For instructions on how to install your projector into the TotalVIEW™ 50” or 67” cube enclosure, refer to the 
separate Cube Installation Manual (020-100248-XX) provided in the User’s Kit.
Step 1 Unpacking the projector
The projector is shipped fully assembled in the lens-vertical (90 degree) configuration. After receiving your 
projector it is important that you prepare it for installation by:
Removing the projector from the box and discarding any packing material surrounding the modules.  
						

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NOTE: An L-shaped bracket, used to change the projector’s configuration, is shipped loosely in the box with 
the projector. Set this aside for future use.
Verifying all cable connections are secure. Connect any loose cables. See Figure 2-1 Internal Cable 
Connections.
 Remove the lock screw located on the mechanical lamp changer. See Figure 2-2 Remove Lamp Changer 
Lock Screw. This screw is used for shipping purposes only and must be removed prior to turning the projector 
on. Failure to do so can result in projector
 damage.
 Check lamp handles. These handles must lay flat against the lamp surface otherwise they will interfere 
with lamp operation.
AC
ACDVI OUT
DVI IN
AA
B
B
PWR
PWR
IR
Overhead View
FIGURE 2-1 INTERNAL CABLE CONNECTIONS
FIGURE 2-2 REMOVE LAMP CHANGER LOCK SCREW 
						

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Step 2 Modifying projector configuration (if required)
To use your projector for lens-horizontal projection then you must change its configuration. The L-shaped 
bracket and M6 screws shipped with the projector are needed to complete this configuration change.
1. Unplug projector from AC.
2. Disconnect all cables between the light engine and electronics module. All disconnects must be made on 
the light engine side.
3. Remove the (6) M4 screws securing the light engine module to the 6-axis adjuster, see Figure 2-3 Loosen 
Light Engine.
4. Lift the light engine off the adjuster and set aside.
5. Align the shorter end of the L-shaped bracket with the mounting holes in the adjuster base, as shown in 
Figure 2-4 Install configuration bracket to adjuster base. 
6. Secure the bracket to the adjuster base with the (6) M4 screws used to secure the light engine.
FIGURE 2-3 LOOSEN LIGHT ENGINE
6 screws
FIGURE 2-4 INSTALL CONFIGURATION BRACKET TO ADJUSTER BASE 
						

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7. Place the light engine in the lens-horizontal position on the L-shaped bracket and adjuster base. Align the 
mounting holes between the configuration bracket and light engine and secure using the (6) additional M6 
screws provided with the projector. 
90°
FIGURE 2-5 RE-POSITION LIGHT ENGINE 
						

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8. Reconnect all cables disconnected previously in step 2. Refer to Figure 2-1 Internal Cable Connections.
Step 3 Calculating throw distance, position and mount projector 
Throw Distance
For lens-horizontal configurations, throw distance is measured from the center of the auxiliary mounting holes 
in the tray to the screen. Use the appropriate formula for your projector model when calculating. 
In both vertical and horizontal configurations:
TD = Throw Distance
W = screen width in millimeters
 
See Figure 2-7 Throw Distance Formula for Lens-Horizontal Configuration for an illustration of the formula.
RPMX-D132UFor XGA (0.69:1 lens). TD = 0.69 x W +54 mm
RPMSP-D132UFor SXGA+ (0.69:1 lens). TD = 0.69 x w +54 mm
For SXGA+ (1.20:1 lens). TD = 1.2 x W + 29 mm
RPMSP-D180UFor SXGA+ (0.69:1 lens). TD = 0.69 x W + 33 mm
For SXGA+ (1.20:1 lens). TD = 1.2 x W + 29 mm
6 screws
FIGURE 2-6 SECURE LIGHT ENGINE TO CONFIGURATION  
						

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For lens-vertical configurations, where a first surface mirror is used to shorten the distance between the 
projector and screen by folding the optical path, throw distance is a little more difficult to calculate, as there are 
many variables to consider.
FIGURE 2-7 THROW DISTANCE FORMULA FOR LENS-HORIZONTAL CONFIGURATION
FIGURE 2-8 THROW DISTANCE FORMULA FOR LENS-VERTICAL CONFIGURATION 
						

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Lifting and transporting the projector 
Use the handles on either side of the light engine to lift the projector. Use a stable cart to transport the projector.
Mounting 
Refer to the drawings provided for your specific projector model in Appendix Section B Dimensions & 
Mounting Information for mounting hole locations and other technical information.
 Mount the projector to a sturdy, flat surface that fits the entire projector.
 Use all four mounting points to secure the projector to the surface. Refer to 
Appendix Section B
Dimensions & Mounting Information.
Maintain an area of empty space around the projector, called a “stay out zone”, to allow for air
circulation and clearance for cable connections to the input panel. An insufficient stay out zone area can
cause the projector to overheat during operation and/or place undue stress on source connections.
Step 4 Connecting sources
All source connections are made to the input panel of the Electronics Module. Each input is labeled for easy 
identification. Using the appropriate cables, connect your source. Refer to Section 2.3 Connecting Sources for 
more details on connecting a specific source.
NOTE: An optional input module can be installed at Input 5 if additional connections are required. Refer to 
Appendix D Optional Input Modules.
Step 5 Turning the projector on and selecting a source
 A North American rated line cord is provided with this projector. For all other regions,
make sure that you are using a line cord, power plug and socket that meet the applicable rating
standards.
 Do not use a damaged line cord.
Before powering on make sure the lamp changer lock screw is removed. Failure to remove this screw
can cause damage to the projector and the lamp changer assembly.
1. Plug an approved line cord into the projector’s AC receptacle, located on the electronics module. Plug the 
3-pronged end of the line cord into a grounded AC outlet. 
NOTE: The outlet must be near the equipment and easily accessible. Use only the line cord provided with the 
projector or a power cord of appropriate rating that complies with regional standards. 
NOTE: Do not use a line cord or AC supply not in the specified voltage and power range. See section Section 
7 Specifications for projector power requirements. 
2. Press   for two seconds to turn the projector on. As the projector begins initialization, an active pattern 
of segments appears in the LED status display window. Commands will be ignored until “On” appears.
RPMX-D132UFor XGA (0.69:1 lens). TD = 0.69 x W + 336 mm
RPMSP-D132UFor SXGA+ (0.69:1 lens). TD = 0.69 x W + 336 mm
For SXGA+ (1.20:1 lens). TD = 1.2 x W + 311 mm
RPMSP-D180UFor SXGA+ (0.69:1 lens). TD = 0.69 x W + 336 mm
For SXGA+ (1.20:1 lens). TD = 1.2 x W + 311 mm