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Projector Components
B Series
C Series
— Used for controlling, set-up and projector maintenance (e.g., resetting the lamp
run-time when a new lamp is installed).
— Provides power and communication for the Touch Panel.
: To avoid connector damage, align the pins before you connect the cable.
— Removes heat from lamp house. Must be connected to external extraction system.
: The extraction system must be running. A flexible duct must be installed.
— Automatically adjusts the image between screen formats when a
macro is selected. Always remove the lens cap prior to use.
— Used for communication, GPIO, and alternative content connections to the projector.
— Used to switch lamp and dowser on or off. Also used for macro selection, lens
adjustments and selection of test patterns.
— Powers the projector head off, but the LPS units remain on.
: . Voltage is still present in the B series LPS when the Mains Switch is off.
— = System OK
= Error condition
= Warning
= Maintenance notification
Input CoverLamp Cover Front Cover
Left Side Cover Rear Cover
Front CoverRear CoverInput CoverLamp Cover
— Powers projector on and off. Shuts off all electrical connections.
: For all projectors, the lamp must be cooled down for 10 minutes before switching off.
High voltage and strong UV
radiation is present in these
projectors!
To prevent personal injury, electrical shock,
exposure to UV radiation and fire hazard,
always refer to the “Safety” chapter in any
DP2K Installation Manual.
Quick Start Guide — Operators
Left Side Cover
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Quick Start Guide — Operators
Projector Features
Used to configure the projector for each show. Each
button is linked to a list of commands (called a
“Macro”) as defined in the Communicator software.
Press once to turn the lamp on.
Press once to turn the lamp off.
= Green = Red
Press to enable and cycle through
4 test patterns. To return to
normal operations, press a fifth
time, or select a macro. Note that
the button turns green when boot-
up is complete.
Positions the image on screen.
Used for manual override.
Increases or decreases image size.
Adjusts primary image focus.
This security feature must be used
if the projector’s light engine
compartment is opened, or if any
boards are removed.
Keypad
Input Module
These features are not
typically used for normal
operations. The video
server sends commands to
the projector to control
these functions.
HD-SDI Module
Press once to open the dowser.
Press once to close the dowser.
= Green = Red
Accepts an encrypted content data stream
from the server. LEDs indicate sync status,
and if the input is selected.
Accepts data signals from alternative
content devices. LEDs indicate sync
status, and if input is selected.
Used for communication from projector to server and
theater management system. Also used for laptop
connection, for upgrades and running Communicator.
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Quick Start Guide — Operators
General Procedures
Ensure that the extraction system is on, and the flexible
duct is installed.
If the projector’s turns red, yellow or blue,
refer to the section in this guide.
Power Up
Switch on the . Allow up to one minute for
the projector to finish the boot-up sequence. Boot-up is
complete when the button turns green.
Remove the lens cap (if applicable).
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If the lamp is on, press the button and allow
the lamp to cool for 10 minutes prior to electrical
power down.
After the 10 minute cool down period, switch off the
projector’s .
Damage will result if you do not
allow the lamp to cool down!
Power Down
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System Reboot Sequence
Switch off the .
If the lamp is on, press the button and allow the
lamp to cool for 1 minute.
Continue with normal projector operations as required.
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After 30 seconds, turn on, and allow 1 minute
for the system to boot, until
button turns green.
Play the movie from the server.
Check if the button turns green.
Check if the button turns green.
Check the image on screen for proper alignment
and color.
: If the image is not aligned with the screen
masking, use the to correct the
image on screen. Be sure to notify the theater technician.
During normal operations, the server should start the projector automatically.
If it does not start automatically, use the following steps.
Select the appropriate for the next show.
Allow a moment for the lens to move into position,
and the electronic “masking” files to be loaded.
Play the movie from the server.
Check the image on screen for the proper alignment
and color.
Press the button. Check if the button
turns green.
Press the button if required.
Playing a Movie Controlled by the Server
Playing a Movie Manually
Check that the appropriate is selected.
: If the image is not aligned with the screen
masking, use the to correct the
image on screen. Be sure to notify the theater technician.
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Quick Start Guide — Operators
Maintenance Procedures
Turn the projector off.
Remove the projector’s front and left side covers.
Cleaning the Intakes and Filters
Vacuum clean all air intakes, and vacuum clean the
LPS main air intake on the bottom of the projector.
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Slide the
out. Use a vacuum
cleaner, or clean gently with water (see note below).
Re-install the filter when complete.
Slide the out. Use a vacuum cleaner,
or clean gently with water (see note below).
Re-install the filter when complete.
Slide the out.
Location on C Series. Location on B Series.
Use a vacuum cleaner, or clean gently with water (see
note below). Re-install the filter when complete.
Re-install all covers, and turn the projector back on.
Optical System Maintenance
When needed, clean the with a damp lens cloth,
using distilled water. Do not use tap water or alcohol.
When needed, clean the .
Replace the lamp when the maximum lamp runtime is
reached and the turns blue, or when the
projector’s light output falls below optimum requirements.
For full details on all maintenance activities, refer to the
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Cleaning the Exterior of the Projector
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Switch off the projector, and unplug the projector from
the mains power net.
Clean the projector’s outside housing with a damp cloth.
Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth that is
lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution.
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Checking the Cooling Liquid Level
Remove the side cover on the light processor side of the projector.
All Series 2 projectors (except the DP2K-12C) are liquid cooled. It is important to check the liquid level
every 3 months. In the reservoir, the liquid level must be between the and labels. A significant
drop in level indicates a major leak in the cooling system, which will require immediate attention.
Look through the small window in the security cover, and check the liquid level in the reservoir.
If the level is between and , no action is needed.
If the level is lower than
, contact the theater’s technician immediately. He will need
to start the refill procedure and check for leaks in the cooling system.
: If you cannot see the fluid level, remove the projector’s top
cover and shine a flashlight on the reservoir filler cap while looking
through the small window.
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If water is used, ensure that the filter
is dry before re-installing.
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Quick Start Guide — Operators
Troubleshooting
Problem: The lamp does not strike
Press the button. Between each strike
attempt, allow 10 seconds (if lamp is cold) or
1 minute (if lamp is hot).
If after the third attempt the lamp does not
strike, check the
for errors, then
contact the theater’s technician.
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Reselect the proper on the
projector for the current movie.
Use the
to select color bars.
Check that red, green and blue can all be seen.
Reselect the proper again, for the
current movie.
Restart the projector and server, and try to replay the movie. Let the lamp cool down for at
least 1 minute prior to restarting.
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Problem: Content is distorted or not playing with the correct color
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= Error condition. Restart the projector.
If the status light turns green, problem is
resolved. Check the for “red”
marked error messages. If you find an
error, report it to the theater technician.
= Warning. Check the
for “yellow” marked warning messages
and take action accordingly.
= Maintenance notification. Check the
for “blue” marked messages
and perform the suggested maintenance.
Problem: The projector Status Light is solid red, yellow or blue
Verify that the correct is selected.
Check to see if the
is on and the
is open.
Verify that the server is playing.
Verify the operation of the projector with a
.
Check all video connections from the
server. Try playing different content.
Check that the is removed.
Restart projector and server. Try to play the
movie again. Let the projector lamp cool down
for at least one minute prior to restarting.
Problem: There is no image on the screen
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On the Touch Panel, select the
and press
the " " button.
Check the “
” reading. If the
light output does not indicate at least 11 FL, contact
the theater technician
Problem: The image appears dim
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Check that the extraction system is operating.
Check that the filters are clean.
Check the booth’s ambient temperature,
which must fall between:
• 50 - 95 degrees Fahrenheit
• 10 – 35 degrees Celsius
Contact the theater technician.
Problem: The projector indicates an overheating error
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