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GENERAL
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, however in some cases changes in the products or availability could occur which may not be reflected in this
document. Christie reserves the right to make changes to specifications at any time without notice. Performance specifications are typical, but may vary
depending on conditions beyond Christie's control such as maintenance of the product in proper working conditions. Performance specifications are based on
information available at the time of printing. Christie makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, implied
warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. Christie will not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection
with the performance or use of this material. Manufacturing facilities in Canada and China are ISO 9001 certified. Manufacturing facilities in Canada are also
ISO 14001 certified.
WARRANTY
Products are warranted under Christie’s standard limited warranty, the complete details of which are available by contacting your Christie dealer or Christie. In
addition to the other limitations that may be specified in Christie’s standard limited warranty and, to the extent relevant or applicable to your product, the
warranty does not cover:
Problems or damage occurring during shipment, in either direction.
a.
Problems or damage caused by combination of a product with non-Christie equipment, such as distribution systems, cameras, DVD players, etc., or use
b.
of a product with any non-Christie interface device.
Problems or damage caused by misuse, improper power source, accident, fire, flood, lightning, earthquake, or other natural disaster.
c.
Problems or damage caused by improper installation/alignment, or by equipment modification, if by other than Christie service personnel or a Christie
d.
authorized repair service provider.
Use of third party product enclosures for environmental protection during outside use must be approved by Christie.
e.
Problems or damage caused by use of a product on a motion platform or other movable device where such product has not been designed, modified or
f.
approved by Christie for such use.
Except where the product is designed for outdoor use, problems or damage caused by use of the product outdoors unless such product is protected from
g.
precipitation or other adverse weather or environmental conditions and the ambient temperature is within the recommended ambient temperature set
forth in the specifications for such product.
Defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to normal aging of a product.
h.
The warranty does not apply to any product where the serial number has been removed or obliterated. The warranty also does not apply to any product sold
by a reseller to an end user outside of the country where the reseller is located unless (i) Christie has an office in the country where the end user is located or
(ii) the required international warranty fee has been paid.
The warranty does not obligate Christie to provide any on site warranty service at the product site location.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Preventative maintenance is an important part of the continued and proper operation of your product. Failure to perform maintenance as required, and in
accordance with the maintenance schedule specified by Christie, will void the warranty.
REGULATORY
The product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is operated in a commercial environment. The product generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of the product in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at the user’s own expense. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment
The product is designed and manufactured with high-quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused. This symbol
and electronic equipment, at their end-of
to local regulations. In the European Union, there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic products. Please help us to conserve the
environment we live in!
-life, should be disposed of separately from regular waste. Please dispose of the product appropriately and according
This manual is intended for professionally tr
systems.
The illustrations in this document are for representation only and may not depict your projector model
exactly
.
Only Christie qualified technicians who are knowledgeable about the hazards associated with highv
oltage, ultraviolet exposure, and the high temperatures generated by the projector are authorized to
assemble, install, and service the projector.
For complete Crimson product documentation and technical support, go to www.christiedigital.com.
ained operators of Christie high-brightness projection
Model name
•Crimson HD25
•Crimson WU25
•Crimson HD31
•Crimson WU31
•Mirage HD25
•Mirage WU25
Safety and warning guidelines
Read all safety and warning guidelines before installing or operating the projector.
This projector is intended for use in a non-cinema environment.
This projector must be operated in an environment that meets the operating range specification. Use
only the attachments and/or accessories recommended by Christie. Use of others may result in the
risk of fire, shock, or personal injury.
•This product must be operated in an environment that meets the operating range as specified in
this document.
•FIRE HAZARD! Keep hands, clothes, and all combustible material away from the concentrated
light beam of the projector.
•Keep fingers and other body parts away from the moving parts in the product. Tie back long
hair, and remove jewelry and loose clothing before manually adjusting the product.
•FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD! Use only the attachments, accessories, tools, and replacement parts
specified by Christie.
•Do not operate the product without a lens installed.
•Always use a lens plug when installing or moving the product. This prevents contaminants from
entering the product.
•FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD! Use only the attachments, accessories, tools, and replacement parts
specified by Christie.
Caution! If not a
•TRIP OR FIRE HAZARD! Position all cables where they cannot contact hot surfaces, be pulled, be
tripped over, or damaged by persons walking on or objects rolling over the cables.
voided, the following could result in death or serious injury.
voided, the following could result in minor or moderate injury.
Installation safety and warning guidelines
R
ead all safety and warning guidelines before installing the projector.
Warning! If not a
•Possible hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product. (Risk group 3)
•High leakage current present when connected to IT power systems.
•Christie products must be installed and serviced by Christie qualified technicians.
•Do not operate the product without all of its covers in place.
•A minimum of four people or appropriately rated lift equipment is required to safely lift, install,
or move the product.
•Always install safety straps when the frame and projector are installed overhead.
•Observe load ratings and applicable local safety codes.
•When installing the projector in portrait mode, the rigging device must have a sufficient load
rating, as identified in this manual.
•This product must be installed within a restricted access location not accessible by the general
public.
•Install the product so users and the audience cannot enter the restricted area at eye level.
•Only personnel who are trained on the precautions for the restricted access location can be
granted entry to the area.
•Only Christie qualified technicians are permitted to open product enclosures.
Caution! If not a
•ELECTRICAL and BURN HAZARD! Use caution when accessing internal components.
•Only Christie qualified technicians are authorized to use the tools provided in the toolbox.
voided, the following could result in death or serious injury.
voided, the following could result in minor or moderate injury.
ead all safety and warning guidelines before connecting to AC power.
Warning! If not a
•SHOCK HAZARD! Only use the AC power cord provided with the product or recommended by
Christie.
•FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD! Do not attempt operation unless the power cord, power socket, and
power plug meet the appropriate local rating standards.
•SHOCK HAZARD! Do not attempt operation if the AC supply is not within the specified voltage
and current, as specified on the license label.
•SHOCK HAZARD! The AC power cord must be inserted into an outlet with grounding.
•SHOCK HAZARD! Disconnect the product from AC before installing, moving, servicing, cleaning,
removing components, or opening any enclosure.
•Install the product near an easily accessible AC receptacle.
•The appliance coupler and main power supply plug must be easily accessible for disconnecting
the product from the power source.
Caution! If not a
•FIRE HAZARD! Do not use a power cord, harness, or cable that appears damaged.
•FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD! Do not overload power outlets and extension cords.
•SHOCK HAZARD! Power supply uses double pole/neutral fusing.
voided, the following could result in death or serious injury.
voided, the following could result in minor or moderate injury.
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Laser safety precautions
R
ead all safety and warning guidelines before operating the projector laser.
Warning! If not a
•PERMANENT/TEMPORARY BLINDNESS HAZARD! No direct exposure to the beam must be
permitted. Class 1 Laser Product - Risk Group 3 according to IEC 60825-1:2014 and IEC
62471-5:2015.
•LASER RADIATION HAZARD! This projector has a built-in Class 4 laser module. Never attempt to
disassemble or modify the laser module.
•Possible hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product. (Risk group 3)
•Only Christie qualified technicians who are knowledgeable about the hazards associated with
laser use, high-voltage, and high temperatures generated by the product are authorized to
assemble, install, and service the Christie Laser Projection System.
•Do not look directly into the lens when the light source is on. The extremely high brightness can
cause permanent eye damage.
•Do not operate the product without all of its covers in place.
voided, the following could result in death or serious injury.
This projector has been classified as Risk Group 3 as per the IEC 62471-5:2015 standard due to
possible hazardous optical and thermal r
Warning! If not a
•PERMANENT/TEMPORARY BLINDNESS HAZARD! No direct exposure to the beam must be
permitted. Class 1 Laser Product - Risk Group 3 according to IEC 60825-1:2014 and IEC
62471-5:2015.
•PERMANENT/TEMPORARY BLINDNESS HAZARD! Operators must control access to the beam
within the hazard distance or install the product at the height that prevents exposure of
spectators' eyes within the hazard distance. The hazard zone must be no lower than 3.0 meters
above the floor and the horizontal clearance to the hazard zone must be a minimum 2.5 meters.
•EXTREME BRIGHTNESS! Do not place reflective objects in the product light path.
voided, the following could result in serious injury.
The following diagram and table show the zones for ocular and skin hazard distances:
adiation being emitted.
•A—Hazard zone. The region of space where the projection light from the laser-illuminated
projector is abo
ve emission limits for Risk Group 2. The light intensity may cause eye damage
after a momentary or brief exposure (before a person can avert his or her eyes away from the
light source). The light may cause skin burns to occur.
•B—Hazard distance. Operators must control access to the beam within the hazard distance or
install the product preventing potential exposure of the spectators' eyes from being in the
hazard distance.
•C—No access zone. Horizontal clearance of the no access zone must be a minimum of 2.5
meters.
•D—Vertical distance to hazard zone. The hazard zone must be no lower than 3.0 meters above
the floor.
•E—Represents the top view of the projector.
•F—Represents the side view of the projector.
For US and international hazard distances based upon IEC 62471-5:2015, Photobiological Safety ofLamps and Lamp Systems – Part 5: Image Projectors.
The following must be in place for laser-illuminated projector installations in the United States:
•Any human access to the hazard zone, if applicable, must be restricted by barriers to enforce
the no access zone.
•Permanent show installations containing Risk Group 3 laser-illuminated projectors must meet
the following conditions:
•Installed by Christie or by Christie-authorized and trained installers.
Refer to the Laser Illuminated Projector - Class 1 Risk Group 3 Installation training (Course
code: CF-LIPI-01) on the http://www.christieuniversity.com site.
•Performed according to instructions provided by Christie.
•Ensure the projection system is securely mounted or immobilized to prevent unintended
movement or misalignment of the projections.
•A copy of the FDA variance approval letter must be with the operator or other responsible
individual.
FDA variances can be found in the online training course–Laser Illuminated Projection - Class 1
Risk Group 3 Installation.
•Temporary show installations containing Risk Group 3 laser-illuminated projectors may be
installed by Christie or sold or leased only to valid laser light show variance holders (laser light
show manufacturers) for image projection applications. Such manufacturers may currently
hold a valid variance for production of Class IIIb and IV laser light shows and/or for
incorporation of the Risk Group 3 laser-illuminated projectors into their shows. This
requirement applies also to dealers and distributors of these laser-illuminated projectors.
•For temporary installations, the FDA variance holder must maintain complete records of all
show itineraries with dates, locations, operator name, and contact information clearly and
completely identified.
•The Christie Laser Projection System Installation Checklist must be fully completed after the
installation and sent to lasercompliance@christiedigital.com. A copy can remain on-site. This
checklist can be found as a separate document in the accessory box with the manual.
•Certain US states have additional laser regulatory requirements. Go to www.christiedigital.com
for additional regulatory requirements.
Product labels
Learn about the labels that ma
y be used on the product. Labels on your product may be yellow or
black and white.
General hazards
Hazard warnings also apply to accessories once they are installed in a Christie product that is
connected to power.
Fire and Shock Hazard
To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
Electrical Hazard
Do not alter the power plug, o
Do not remove the product enclosure.
Only Christie qualified technicians are authorized to service the product.
Risk of electric shock.
Do not remo
Only Christie qualified technicians are authorized to service the product.
General hazard.
Electric shock hazard. To avoid personal injury, disconnect all power sources before
performing maintenance or service.
ve the product enclosure.
verload the power outlet, or use it with extension cords.
Electrocution hazard. To avoid personal injury, always disconnect all power sources before
performing maintenance or service procedures.
Hot surface hazard. To avoid personal injury, allow the product to cool for the recommended
cool down time before performing maintenance or service.
Burn hazard. To avoid personal injury, allow the product to cool for the recommended cool
down time before performing maintenance or service.
Moving parts hazard. To avoid personal injury, keep hands clear and loose clothing tied back.
Fan hazard. To avoid personal injury, keep hands clear and loose clothing tied back. Always
disconnect all power sources before performing maintenance or service procedures.
Voltage hazard. To avoid personal injury, always disconnect all power sources before
performing maintenance or service procedures.
Cut hazard. To avoid personal injury, keep hands clear or wear protective gloves.
Not for household use.
Mandatory action
Consult the service manual.
Disconnect all power sources before performing maintenance or service procedures.
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Electrical labels
Laser labels
Indicates the presence of a protective earth ground.
FDA laser variance (US projectors only)
This product conforms with performance standards for laser
products under 21 CFR Part 1040 except with respect to those
characteristics authorized by Variance Number 2016-V-1838
effective on June 20, 2017.
Indicates a light hazard. Do not look directly into the lens. The
extreme high brightness can cause permanent eye damage. Class 1
Laser Product - Risk Group 3 according to IEC 60825-1: 2014 and
IEC 62471-5:2015
Crimson is a professional quality, easy-to-use 3DLP® laser phosphor projector. The high-brightness
Crimson is designed to meet the special demands found in large venues, live events, and high-usage
environments. Featuring an IP5X-sealed, solid-state laser light source in a rugged and compact
chassis, Crimson provides years of reliable and virtually maintenance-free operation. Add to this the
enhanced color performance of Christie BoldColor Technology and the ultra-fast processing of Christie
TruLife™ electronics making Crimson the go-to solution for demanding, large venue events and
applications.
Crimson projector.
Contact your dealer
Record the information about your projector and keep this information with your records to assist with
the servicing of your projector. If you encounter a problem with your Christie projector, contact your
dealer.
Purchase record
Dealer:
Dealer or Christie Sales/Service contact phone number:
Projector serial number:
The serial number can be found on the license label located on the displa
Purchase date:
Installation date:
y panel
Ethernet settings
Default gateway
Projector IP address
Subnet mask
Key features
Understand the important features of the projector
•Long-life laser source of up to 20,000 hours of virtually maintenance-free operation
•Features enhanced color performance and saturation over standard laser phosphor projection
with Christie BoldColor technology
•Compatible with existing suite of M and J Series fixed and zoom lenses
•Compatible with Christie Mystique for simplified design, installation, and maintenance of
complex setups
•Omnidirectional operation for unrestricted design and installation flexibility
•Side access to optical adjustments
•TruLife electronics provide for ultra-fast processing up to 60 Hz
Full-color LCD display to provide information at-a-glance
•Integrated keypad control interface
•Electromechanical shutter
How the projector works
Crimson accepts a variety of input signals for projection on front or rear projection screens, typical in
commercial or other large screen applications.
High-brightness light is generated by a laser phosphor system, then modulated by three Digital
Micromirror Device (DMD) panels responding to incoming data streams of digitized red, green and blue
color information. As these digital streams flow from the source, light from the corresponding “on”
pixels of each panel is reflected, converged and then projected to the screen through one or more
projection lenses, where all pixel reflections are superimposed in sharp full-color images.
List of components
Verify all components were received with the projector.
•Power cord for full brightness
•Power cord for limited power
•IR remote keypad
Product documentation
For installation, setup, and user information, see the product documentation available on the Christie
Digital Systems USA Inc. website. Read all instructions before using or servicing this product.
Scan the QR code using a QR code reader app on a smartphone or tablet.
Introduction
2. On the product page, select the model and switch to the Downloads tab
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Related documentation
Additional information on the projector is available in the following documents.
•Crimson and Mirage Installation and Setup Guide (P/N: 020-102647-XX)
•Crimson and Mirage Product Safety Guide (P/N: 020-102648-XX)
•Crimson and Mirage Specifications Guide (P/N: 020-102724-XX)
•Crimson and Mirage Service Guide (P/N: 020-102733-XX)
•Crimson and Mirage Serial Commands Guide (P/N: 020-102660-XX)
•Crimson and Mirage Status System Guide (P/N: 020-102661-XX)
Site requirements
To safely install and operate the projector, the installation location must have restricted access for
authorized personnel only and meet these minimum requirements.
Physical operating environment
Provides specifications for the operating environment.
•Crimson and Mirage HD25/WU25: Ambient temperature (operating) 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)
up to 457.2 m (1500 ft)
•Crimson HD31/WU31: Ambient temperature (operating) 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F) up to 304.8
m (1000 ft)
•Humidity (non-condensing) 10 to 80%
•Operating altitude: 3,000 m (10,000 ft) maximum at 5 to 25°C (41 to 77°F) ambient
Power connection
The projector uses an innovative dual AC inlet power system that offers two power modes.
To operate at full brightness, power the projector using AC Input 1 if the appropriate high power
source is available. To operate in limited power mode, power the projector using standard lower power
sources using AC Input 2. A different power cord is provided for each power source. A 20 A rated wall
breaker is required at the installation when using Input 1. A 15 A rated wall breaker is required at the
installation when using Input 2.
eypad controls the projector by way of wireless communications from a battery-
powered infrared (IR) transmitter.
To use the IR remote, direct the keypad toward the projector’s front or rear IR sensor and press a
function key. One of the two IR sensors on the projector detect the signal and relay the commands for
internal processing. The remote also offers a connector for wired connections to the projector.
Only use the wired connection to the projectors for setup and service.