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4. seT  blenD WIDTh: On one projector, increase the  Blend Width for an overlapping edge 
(for  example,  if  the  projector’s  image  is  on  left,  its  right  edge  overlaps  the  adjacent  image 
— adjust  Right Blend Width). Use the same setting on the second projector for this shared 
edge.
5.  Re-adjust  width  (both  projectors)  until  the  overly  bright  band  at  the  midpoint  of  the 
overlapping blends disappears or just changes to very light gray. For the shared edge, use 
the same  Blend Width setting on each projector. If the “best blend” appears to be between 
two settings, choose the wider setting for both projectors.
6.  CheCK  blenD: If the blended region appears too dark or light in relation to the rest of the 
image:
•	 Increase	 Blend Midpoint  in both projectors to “lighten” the overall blend, decrease to “darken” 
the overall blend.
•	 Adjust	 Blend Shape	 in	both	 projectors	 to	fine-tune	 change	the	amount	 of	mid-gray	 intensity	
(as opposed to black/white) in the blend.
7.  Repeat with remaining projectors / overlaps.
8.  Check completed display wall with the desired external signal.
9.  Adjust mechanical alignment if necessary to maintain perfect pixel-on-pixel alignment over 
time.
In  applications  where  you  are  projecting  only  white  or  light  images,  the  Blend  Width  may  be 
slightly higher—set according to how much overlap you have between images. Use the following 
as a guide (examples show overlapping width only — values for overla\
pping height will differ):
Recommended overlap is 12.5% - 25%
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Similar  to  Edge  Blending,  Black  Edge  Blending  allows  you  to  adjust  the  black  level  hues  of 
multiple adjacent projected images to create one large seamless display. Edge blending must be 
enabled in order to use the Black Edge Blending features.
blaCK eDge blenDIng PRoCeDURe
noTes:  1)  Adjust  white  levels  before  adjusting  black  levels.  2)  The  zones  in  BLB  menu 
correspond to the Edge Blend zones. If a given Edge Blend zone width is set to 0 (i.e. no blend 
on that side) then the corresponding BLB zone is disabled. It only becomes accessible when that 
Edge Blend zone is active.
Start with two projectors. Select the black test pattern for both projectors from the 
1.  Geometry 
and Color  submenu.
In the 2.  Black Edge Blending  submenu, enable black blending by putting a checkmark in the 
checkbox for each projector.
3.  Working with one projector at a time, use the center brightness slide bar to adjust the center 
brightness (brightness of the non-blended region) so that the center intensity matches that 
of the brightest blended region (the center of all images when blending a 2 x 2 display is the 
target area).
Black Edge Blending
 
Black Edge Blending
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Section	3	►	Operation
4. Use the following three color slide bars, Black Red Level, Black Green Level and Black Blue 
Level, so the black hue of each projector matches.
5.  You can choose which of the next four options, Top, Bottom, Left, Right, to use depending on 
which edge of the projector you are working with has been edge blended. The blend width 
can be adjusted to line up properly but by default it corresponds to the edge blending setting 
determined for that edge. 
 
6.  The brightness and black hues of the blended region can be adjusted in more detail in case 
fine-tuning	 is	needed	 (may	be	only	 necessary	 for	blending	 a	2	x	2	 projector	 display	because	
of blending differs for the sides and center).
noTes:  1)  The  menu  options  vary  depending  on  the  Edge  Blending  parameters.  2) You  may 
need to re-adjust the black level hues following the overlap adjustments on each blended edge. 
3) When adjusting six or more projectors, you need to ensure that the hue and brightness of each 
target area is matched at closely as possible.
As an alternative to using a keypad, most projector functions can be controlled remotely, typically 
at a controller such as a PC, via 1) simple bi-directional ASCII messaging on an Ethernet or serial 
communication link or 2) a web interface or an Ethernet network.  Using a PC interface can also 
prove to be useful in instances where extreme warping is applied and the menu items become 
illegible and hard to navigate.
VIa  asCII  MessagIng  —  Connect  a  serial  link  between  your  controller  and  the  RS232  or 
RS422  port  (recommended),  or  open  an  Ethernet  socket  (i.e.,  Telnet)  between  your  controller 
and the valid projector address. Valid ASCII codes and messages are documented in the  Serial 
Communications  document available in Appendix B.
VIa  Web InTeRfaCe — Connect your PC to the projector’s Ethernet port. In your web browser 
(Internet Explorer , for example), enter the IP address of the projector you wish to control. This will 
start  a  password-protected  application  —  enter  the  factory  default  “ccm7”  login  and  password 
to open the program. If the projector is powered up, you can access assorted menu options and 
slide bars.
Repeat  for  remaining  networked  projectors  as  desired.  Keep  in  mind  that  multiple  units  can 
be  controlled  from  one  PC,  but  each  unit  will  be  in  its  own  interface  (web  browser)  at  the  PC. 
Likewise,	you	can	make	up	to	five	separate	web	locations	to	a	single	projector.
The	 default	 login	provides	 access	to	security	 settings,	 where	you	can	define	 other	users	 with	
the same or fewer rights. Use “unlimited” rights for most applications. For all logins, the Service 
menu is still protected with its own password.
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Occasionally the projector will encounter an error condition that can interrupt normal operation. 
Such  a  condition  can  be  caused  by  a  simple  invalid  keypad  entry,  an  input  signal  error  (most 
common)	or	a	system	 error.	The	manner	 in	which	 users	are	to	be	 notified	 of	error	 conditions	 is	
set in the Menu Preferences menu:
To see error messages displayed on-screen, select the “
•	 screen” or “all” option (recommended 
by Wolf Cinema).
To	be	notified	via	a	serial	communication	only,	select	the	“
•	 Rs232” option.
To	receive	both	types	of	notifications,	select	“
•	 all”.
To disable error messages (except for “invalid user key entry”, which can’t be hidden), select 
•	
“off”.
Note  that  a  two-digit  error  code  appears  in  the  status  LED  display  window  located  beside  the 
built-in  keypad  at  the  rear  of  the  projector.  Normal  operation  is  indicated  by  the  “On”  status 
code. 
InV alID UseR enTRY
A  keypad  entry  not  recognized  by  the  projector  triggers  a  short  on-screen  error  message 
identifying  the  problem.  For  example,  if  you  specify  a  channel  number  that  is  not  available, 
the message “Invalid Channel will appear. Or if you try to enter the wrong password, you’ll see 
“Invalid Password”. Press 
 or Exit to clear the message and try again.
noTe:  On-screen display of “Invalid User Entry” messages cannot be disabled, even if  Display 
Error Messages  has been set to “Off”.
An  input  signal  error  message  occurs  if  you  are  in  presentation  level  (i.e.,  there  are  no  menus 
present)  and  have  selected  an  input  on  which  the  projector  detects  a  problem.  While  menus 
remain operational and any key press will temporarily remove any displayed error message, you 
must resolve the signal problem in order to permanently eliminate the me\
ssage.
no sIgnal
The message  "No signal" occurs when there is no source signal detected at the selected input—
both HSYNC and VSYNC are inactive and the screen background is black. Connect or correct 
the signal, or try another input.
baD sYnC
The message  "Bad Sync" occurs when HSYNC or VSYNC are active but the signal cannot be 
displayed.  Such  a  condition  occurs  when  only  one  of  the  two  sync  signals  is  present  or  when 
either  sync  signal  is  unstable  or  is  the  wrong  frequency.  Correct  the  signal  or  select  another 
input.
oTheR sIgnal eRRoR Messages
In addition to the common  "Bad Sync" and “No Signal” errors, you may encounter a signal error 
message  indicating  that  HSYNC  and/or  VSYNC  are  either  too  fast  or  too  slow.  When  such  a 
message appears, check the frequencies shown in the  Information menu. If they are correct, the 
projector does not recognize the signal. On some PCs you may be able to change the settings 
to generate a compatible signal. If the frequencies shown in the  Information menu are incorrect, 
check the cabling to see where the problem might originate.
User errors
Input signal errors
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Input 1 BNC Input 2
DVI
Input 3 Video Input 4
S-Vid
Input 5 Opt.1 Input 6
Opt.2
Auto
Setup Menu
Lens Shift Help
Shutter Exit
3.12  error Conditions
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When  the  projector  encounters  a  system  malfunction,  either  a  System  Warning  message  or  a 
System Error message may appear. Both types of messages are accompanied by a numerical 
error code on the status LED display. A system malfunction can be cleared with 
Exit Exit from 
presentation	level,	but	may	indicate	the	need	for	service	by	a	qualified	service	technician.
noTe:  System  messages  appear  on-screen  only  if  Display  Error  Messages  has  been  set  to 
“Screen” or “All”.
sYsTeM WaRnIngs
A system warning indicates that a system malfunction has been detected (see Status LED Codes, 
below). A system warning message replaces any input signal message and disappears when the 
input signal status changes. While the projector will remain operational, the message indicates 
the presence of a potentially serious problem that should be investigated. You can press 
Exit Exit to remove the message, but for best results you should  reset the projector — power the 
projector down and up again with the 
 (power) key.
sYsTeM eRRoRs
A  system  error  message  indicates  that  a  serious  malfunction  has  been  detected  and  must  be 
investigated  as  soon  as  possible  (see  Status  LED  Codes,  below). The  projector  will  no  longer 
operate  and  must  be  reset  —  power  the  projector  down  and  up  again  with  the 
  (power) 
key.
The sT aTUs leD CoDes
If the status code display on the back of the projector shows one of the following values, you have 
encountered 	a 	likely 	system 	error 	requiring 	the 	attention 	of 	a 	qualified 	service 	technician 	(see	
System  Warnings  and  System  Errors,  above).  Acknowledge  and  clear  the  error  with 
Exit Exit 
from presentation level, or try resetting the projector by powering it off and on again, cooling when 
necessary. Consult Table 3.6 and contact your dealer if the problem persists.
The 	specific 	code 	number 	identifies 	the 	source 	of 	the 	error 	detected, 	and 	is 	particularly 	useful 	in	
cases  where  the  projector  is  far  away.  For  example,  the  code  “27”  means  the  lamp  could  not  be 
turned on. Error codes for this projector are listed in Table 3.6 on the next page.
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Code Description
GENERAL
12  Software bug. Contact dealer/factory.
13  CRC	error	in	flash	ROM.	Download	new	software.
14  Engineering-only programming is complete. Call Wolf Cinema, replace TIPM.
15  Attempting to download code without being in boot mode
16  Invalid interrupt. Power off/on. If it persists, contact dealer/factory.
17  User forced system to stay in boot mode
18  Jumper for programming boot not installed LAMP FAILURES
20  Lamp turned on unexpectedly (fault related to ballast)
21  Lamp	airflow	low,	overheating	imminent
23  Cannot read valid ballast ID
26  Lamp 1 Interlock: lamp door open, lamp not installed
27  Can’t turn lamp on
28  Lamp turned off unexpectedly
29  Lamp ballast overheated POWER AND COOLING
46  Red DMD temperature probe overheated
4C  Projector shutdown due to critical error
C0  Lamp blower failure (lamp not turned on) 51  LVPS fan failed (Fan 1)
52  LVPS/ Red cooling fan failed (Fan 2)
53  DC lamp fan failed in DCX-500 / DCX-1000 models (Fan 3)
54  Red DMD heatsink fan failed on DCX-1000 and DCX-1500 models (Fan 4)
55  Green DMD heatsink fan failed on DCX-1000 and DCX-1500 models (Fan 5)
56  Blue DMD heatsink fan failed on DCX-1000 and DCX-1500 models (Fan 6)
57  TIPM fan failed (Fan 7)
58  TIPM fan failed (Fan 8) TIPM (Image Processor)
60  Boot code CRC failed
61  Unable to program DigMux PLD
62  Unable to program Control PLD
63  Unable to program Bubks PLD
64  Unrecognized ROM type
65  Write	to	flash	ROM	failed
66  TIPM failure
67  Downloaded	code	will	not	fit	
68  Scaler communication problem
Clear system errors with Exit Exit. If necessary, try resetting the 
projector by powering it off and on again (cooling if necessary). For 
detailed  information,  monitor  the  RS232  IN  port.  Contact  dealer/
factory  if  error  persists.  Codes  omitted  from  this  table  should  not 
appear in your projector. 
Table 3.6. Error Codes
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Code Description
BUILT-IN KEYPAD
70  Unable to access EEPROM on the built-in keypad
71  EEPROM memory re-initialization on the built-in keypad PANEL DRIVER AND FORMATTER
80  Unrecognized Panel Driver
81  Unable to program device on Panel Driver
82  TI	flash	download	failure
83  TI	flash	download	failure
84  TI	flash	download	failure
85  TI-I2C write failure
86  One or more Formatters not responding — Probable Formatter s/w fault
87  Formatter reports RDRAM failure
88  Red modular Formatter communication failure
89  Green modular Formatter communication failure
8A  Blue modular Formatter communication failure 93  Modular formatter architecture error
94  Modular formatter DMD mismatch
95  Modular formatter sequence mismatch MISCELLANEOUS
A0  Unable to program the optional module
A1  Unable to power the optional module
A2  Unable to program the Dual Slot Backplane Module (DSBP)
A3  Unable to program the optional Post Processing Module (Warp module) 
						

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The  projector  is  an  international  regulatory  agency  approved  product  designed  for  safe  and 
reliable  operation.  To  assure  complete  safety  at  all  times  it  is  important  to  acknowledge  the 
following precautions while operating the projector.
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always power down the projector using appropriate procedure and disconnec\
t  all power sources before cleaning or servicing.
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always remove the lens when shipping the projector.
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neVeR look directly into the projector lens.  
The high brightness of this projector could cause permanent eye damage.
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for protection from ultraviolet radiation, keep all projector shielding i\
ntact  during operation.
CaUTIon  
Qualified personnel should perform installation ONLY.
Observe and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector\
.
The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle alerts the user to important 
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying 
the projector.
The  lightning  flash  and  arrowhead  symbol  within  the  equilateral  triangle  alerts 
the  user  to  uninsulated  “dangerous  voltage”  within  the  projector’s  enclosure 
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
Read all operating instructions prior to using the projector.
Operate	 the	projector	 in	an	 environment,	 which	meets	 the	operating	 range	specified	 in	Section 
6 – Specifications.
Do not operate the projector close to water, such as near a swimming pool. Do not operate 
•	
in extremely humid environments.
Do not place the projector on an unstable cart, stand or table. A projector and cart combination 
•	
should be used with care. Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause 
the projector and cart combination to overturn.
Only	 use	Wolf	 Cinema-approved	 ceiling	mount	fixture,	 if	the	 projector	 is	to	 be	 ceiling	
•	
mounted. 
seCTIon 4
labels and Markings Projector location 
MaInTenanCe
Instructions
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Section	4	►	Maintenance
Lamp: The projector uses a Cermax® Xenon lamp to deliver its high brightness. A lamp should 
be  replaced  when  it  has  reached  its  end  of  life  or  if  a  noticeable  change  in  brightness  occurs. 
Keep  track  of  the  number  of  hours  the  lamp  has  been  in  use  (Lamp  Menu)  and  be  aware  of 
any  changes  to  brightness. These  indicators  will  help  you  effectively  maintain  operation  of  the 
projector. 
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Wait approximately five minutes after powering down the projector to allow  internal cooling fans to stop and for the lamp to cool sufficiently before  removing. 
never attempt to remove the lamp housing directly after use. The lamp is \
under  great pressure when hot and may explode, causing personal injury and/or \
 property damage.  allow cooling completely.
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Use only lamps supplied by Wolf Cinema. 
Use lamps of the correct wattage for your projector model when replacing\
.
Refer to 4.4 Lamp Replacement for instructions.
  The  north  american  rated  power  cord  is  provided  with  each  projector.  ensure  that 
you are using a power cord, socket and power plug that meets the appropriate local 
rating standards.
Use only the attachments and/or accessories recommended by Wolf Cinema.
Use	of	others	may	result	in	the	risk	of	fire,	shock	or	personal	injury.
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Use only an  aC power cord recommended by Wolf Cinema.
Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified  voltage and power range.
Do not set or rest items on the power cord. Place the projector in an area where the projector 
•	
cord cannot be abused or damaged by persons walking on it or by objects \
rolling over it.
Operate	 the	projector	 at	the	 specified	 voltage	only.	Do	not	 overload	 power	outlets	 and	
•	
extension	cords	as	this	can	result	in	fire	or	shock	hazards.
The projector is equipped with a three-wire plug having a third grounding pin. This is a safety 
•	
feature – if you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet contact an electrician to have the 
outlet replaced. Do not defeat the safety purpose of this grounding-type\
 plug. 
lamp 
         Power Cord and                      
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Slots  and  vents  in  the  projector  provide  ventilation.  Never  block  or  cover  these  openings. This 
ensures reliable operation of the projector and prevents overheating. Do not place the projector over a radiator or heat register. The projector should not be placed 
•	
in an enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
Do not insert objects into the ventilation openings of the projector. They may touch dangerous 
•	
voltages	 or	short-out	 components	 resulting	in	a	fire	 or	shock	 hazard.	 Do	not	 spill	 liquids	 of	
any kind into the projector. Should an accidental spill occur, immediately unplug the projector 
and	have	it	serviced	by	a	qualified	service	technician.
If  any  of  the  following  conditions  exist,  immediately  unplug  the  projector  from  the  power  outlet 
and	ask	a	qualified	service	technician	to	look	at	it. The power cord has been damaged.
•	
The	internal	 cooling	fans	do	not	 turn	 on	within	 two	minutes	 when	the	projector	 is	first	 powered	
•	
up.
Liquid has been spilled into the projector.
•	
The projector has been exposed to excessive moisture.
•	
The	projector	 is	not	 operating	 normally	or	its	 performance	 has	significantly	 deteriorated	 in	a	
•	
short period of time.
The  projector  has  been  dropped  or  the  shipping  case  (if  applicable)  has  been  badly 
•	
damaged.
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Do not attempt to service the projector yourself.  all servicing must be 
performed by Wolf Cinema accredited service technicians.
Use replacement parts that are manufacturer-approved only. Use of any other 
part other than the ones specified by the manufacturer can result in fire, electric  shock or other damage.
Ventilation
servicing 
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Part 
Description  Frequency 
Action
Lens As required 
Clean the lens only when absolutely necessary. 
A small amount of dust on the lens has very little 
effect on picture quality.
To clean:  Use	a	soft	 microfiber	 cloth	without	 any	
chemicals. Use only a high-quality coated optics 
cleaning	 fluid,	which	 can	be	purchased	 from	
most  camera  supply  stores.  Apply  the  coated 
optics	 fluid	directly	 onto	the	microfiber	 cloth	
until moistened. Wipe in a single sweep across 
the surface of the lens. To avoid scratching the 
lens  do  not  scrub  or  rub  in  a  circular  motion. 
Discard  the  cloth  after  every  use.    Do  not 
use  cleaning  tools  treated  with  Ether.  Do  not 
use  cleaning  solvents  that  contain  ammonia. 
Use  compressed  air  to  remove  any  particles 
remaining on the lens.
Lamp As required  Clean:  Clean  if  absolutely  necessary.  Never 
touch the glass surface of the lamp. Fingerprints 
left  on  the  glass  will  seriously  degrade  lamp 
performance  or  cause  “hotspots”  which  can 
lead  to  an  accumulation  of  intense  heat  in  the 
touched area and cause the lamp to shatter.
To  clean:  Wait  until  lamp  is  cool.  Moisten  a 
clean,	
microfiber	 cloth	with	isopropyl	 alcohol	and	
gently  rub  the  surface  of  the  glass  in  a  circular 
motion until clean.
1000 hrs or 
sooner if required  RePlaCe: 
Refer  to 4.4  Lamp  Replacement  
procedure later in this section.
Covers 
(External) As required Clean: Clean dust from external covers using 
a	clean,	microfiber	cloth	as	required.	
noTe: 
Before  cleaning  the  modules,  it  is 
recommended that you install the lens cap. This 
will keep dust particles from settling on the glass 
surface of the lens.
Table 4.1. Maintenance Guide
Section	4	►	Maintenance
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Proper face shield and protective gloves are required if
the lamp module is removed from the projector.
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The  IR  Remote  Keypad  uses  two  AA  size,  1.5V  batteries  (preferably  alkaline).  To  install  new 
batteries: Open the battery compartment at the backside of the keypad by placing your thumb in the 
1. 
oval  depression  and  sliding  the  cover  out  about  ½  inch.  See  Figure  4.1.  Remove  the  old 
batteries and properly discard. Wait a minute or two.
Place the new batteries in the compartment, orienting the positive/negative of each battery 
2. 
according  to  the  labels  in  the  compartment.  When  the  batteries  are  in  place,  replace  the 
cover  by  placing  the  cover  ½  inch  from  its  closed  position  and  slide  it  into  place.  Do  not 
force the cover. 
noTe:  Always  wait  a  minute  or  two  when  replacing  batteries  so  that  the  internal  electronics 
discharge and can recognize the change.
Use  the  following  instructions  when  replacing  the  lamp. The  lamp  is  located  at  the  back  of  the 
projector (below the input panel) and can be accessed by removing the lamp access panel. Use 
only the Wolf Cinema approved  Lamp	for	your	specific	projector	model.	See	 Table	4.2	below.
 
Projector Model  lamp (Watts) 
DCX-500i 500W
DCX-500FD 500W
DCX-1000i 1000W
DCX-1000FD 1000W
DCX-1500i 1200W
DCX-1500FD 1200W
A  lamp  should  be  replaced  when  it  reaches  its  end  of  life  (2000  hours,  typical)  or  sooner  if  a 
noticeable degradation in brightness occurs (typical in aging lamps). You can set the number of 
hours you expect to log with the lamp before replacing it, by setting the Lamp Limit in the Lamp 
menu. You can also enable a warning message to appear upon powering up the projector that 
will indicate the lamp has reached the limit you set, by entering a checkmark beside the Lamp 
Message option. 
noTe:  The lamp mode you choose to run the projector in may have an impact on the number of 
hours expected for the lamp.
Section	4	►	Maintenance
4.3  Replacing  Remote  batteries
4.4  lamp Replacement
Table 4.2. Lamp Guide Figure 4.1. Replacing Batteries