Wolf Cinema Projector Dcx 500fd User Manual
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3-58 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% • 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 Section 3 ► Operation
3-59 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. 3.11 Remote Control of the Projector
3-60 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 Section 3 ► Operation 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 Figure 3.28. Projector Keypad
3-61 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. Section 3 ► Operation system Warnings / errors
3-62 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 Section 3 ► Operation 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)
4-1 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. WaRnIng always power down the projector using appropriate procedure and disconnec\ t all power sources before cleaning or servicing. WaRnIng always remove the lens when shipping the projector. W aRnIng neVeR look directly into the projector lens. The high brightness of this projector could cause permanent eye damage. W aRnIng 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 4.1 Warnings and safety guidelines
4-2 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. WaRnIng 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. WaRnIng 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. W aRnIng 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 attachments
4-3 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. WaRnIng 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 Section 4 ► Maintenance
4-4 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 W aRnIng Proper face shield and protective gloves are required if the lamp module is removed from the projector. 4.2 Cleaning and Maintenance guide
4-5 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