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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.
Image retention on LCD flat panels.
h.
Defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to normal aging of a product.
i.
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.
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
ve the display panel from the packaging and how to handle the display panel.
Unpacking the panel
Learn how to remove the panel from the packaging.
Each LCD panel is packed inside a box carton. To protect the panel during transportation, additional
packing material has been placed within the carton.
1. Before unpacking, prepare a stable, level, and clean surface near a wall outlet.
2.
Set the box in an upright position and pull out the white carton locks.
3. Lift up the top cover carton.
4. Remove the ESD bag before removing the display from the bottom tray carton.
5. Remove any additional packaging, such as protective stickers, from the display panel.
Handling and mounting guidelines for extreme
narrow bezel series panels
ollow these best practices when handling and mounting extreme narrow bezel panels.
F
Notice. If not a
•When moving the panel, always use the handles. Do not carry the panel by the frame.
•Do not twist, bend, or tilt the panel.
•Do not apply excessive force to the sides of the bezel when mounting the panel or pushing into
its locked position.
•Always handle the display panel from the sides or handles.
Follow the following guidelines before removing the panel from the packaging.
•
To verify normal operation before handling, power on the panel in the packaging.
•Always use the handles to pick up and carry the panel.
•Leave the panel in the box until the mount is on the wall and you are ready to install the panel.
•To avoid putting undue stress on the panel when mounted, make sure the mount is square,
flat, and level.
•Do not rest panels on top of a lower panel.
•When inserting the panel into the wall, pay close attention to adjacent panels.
•Make sure there is a minimum of 0.5 mm between mounted panels to allow for thermal
expansion.
voided, the following could result in property damage.
Cleaning the panel
Learn how to clean the display panel.
After disconnecting the power cable, wipe contaminated parts and each part of the product screen
lightly with a dry and soft cloth.
Do not use a liquid, spray cleaners, or any abrasive cleaners to clean the LCD panel.
Washing with various cleaning agents, brighteners, abrasives, waxes, benzene, alcohol, solvent,
surface active agent, may damage the surface of the product.
•High brightness: FHD553-XE-R - up to 500 nits; FHD553-XE-HR - up to 700 nits
•178-degree viewing angle
•DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 1.4 and DVI inputs with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
(HDCP)
•DisplayPort 1.2 output to support daisy-chaining UHD content (3840x2160) up to 16 display
panels, regardless of which digital input connector is used first
Displays native 4K content at 60 Hz on a 2x2 video wall for sources that support Multi-Stream
Transport (MST)
Multi-Stream Transport (MST) requires a video card that supports this feature and DisplayPort
1.2.
•Video signal looping
•
Direct LED backlight
•Video Wall Toolbox 2.0 software simplifies the set up of a large video wall, with up to 100
displays, using a Windows PC
•Portrait and Landscape compatible
•OPS slot
Parts list
Your display panel is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, contact
your dealer.
•Remote control unit and batteries
•DC daisy-chain power cable
•DisplayPort cable—1.8m
•RS485 communications cable—2m
•Joint metal plate kit
•IR extender cable
•Spacer tool—Qty 2 (P/N: 003-006724-XX)
Product documentation
For installation, setup, and user information, see the product documentation available on the Christie
website. Read all instructions before using or servicing this product.
1. Access the documentation from the Christie website:
•Go to this URL:http://bit.ly/2qE1vrw.
•Scan the QR code using a QR code reader app on a smartphone or tablet.
2. On the product page, select the model and switch to the Downloads tab
o prevent personal injury and to protect the device from damage, read and follow these safety
precautions.
Warning! If not a
•This product must be installed within a restricted access location not accessible by the general
public.
•SHOCK HAZARD! Disconnect the product from AC before installing, moving, servicing, cleaning,
removing components, or opening any enclosure.
•A minimum of two people or appropriately rated lift equipment is required to safely lift, install,
or move the product.
•A certified electrician must be present during installation to ensure the installation meets the
local electrical code.
•Install the product near an easily accessible AC receptacle.
•Hazardous voltages are present at power system inputs. The DC output, though not dangerous
in voltage, has a high short-circuit current capacity that may cause severe burns and electrical
arcing.
•SHOCK HAZARD! Power supply uses double pole/neutral fusing.
•Before working with live power systems, remove all metallic jewelry (such as watches, rings,
metal rimmed glasses, or necklaces) and wear safety glasses with side shields at all times during
the installation.
•Motors and fans may start without warning.
•Use insulated hand tools while working on live power systems.
voided, the following could result in death or serious injury.
Always use the handles when carrying the display. Do not touch or hold the screen face or
Standby mode.
screen).
(or ENTER) button on the display remote control unit.
button on the display remote control unit.
Controls and functions
• Up and down keys—
up and down-arrow buttons on the display remote control unit.
• MENU/EXIT—Press this button to access the on-screen display (OSD) controls, or to exit the
current menu and return to the previous one.
When a menu is visible on-screen, these buttons operate identically to the
Input panel
Learn the components of the displa
APower Input (52 VDC)—Connect the displa
CKensington Lock Slot—For use with a Kensington lock (sold separately) for securing the display
panel.
DDP Out (OPS)—A DisplayPort 1.2 and HDCP-compliant digital video output for sharing content
coming from an OPS module.
ERS485 Out—A female, 8-pin RJ-45 connector that connects to the next display panel in a video wall.
For more information about creating a video wall, see Creating a video wall (on page 25).
y input panel.
y panel to power here.
FRS485 In—A female, 8-pin RJ-45 connector that connects to the next video source. For more
information about creating a video wall, see Creating a video wall (on page 25).
GRS232 In—A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or a home theater automation
or control system.
HEthernet—An RJ-45 connector for connecting to a computer or a home theater system over a wired
Ethernet network.
IDP Out—DisplayPort 1.2 and HDCP-compliant digital video output for connecting the display panel to
the next display panel in a video wall. This output can be used with DP, HDMI or DVI inputs. For more
information about creating a video wall, see Creating a video wall (on page 25).
JIR In—An IR receiver sensor that sends information from an infrared remote control to another
device by receiving and decoding signals.
KVGA In—VESA-standard analog video input for connecting a personal computer or another analog
video source.
LDVI 1 In (HDCP-compliant)—VESA-standard digital video input for connecting DVI sources.
MHDMI 1, 2—Two HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting HDMI or DVI sources.
NDP In—DisplayPort 1.2 and HDCP-compliant digital video input for connecting DisplayPort sources.
OOPS slot—An optional OPS slot for connecting an OPS module (sold separately) to display content.
Christie recommends that the ambient temperature around a display panel or a video wall remain
constant and below 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). Ensure the display panel or video
wall is kept away from heating and air conditioning vents.
If you are mounting a display panel in an enclosure, ensure sufficient space is left on all sides between
it and surrounding objects. Doing so allows heat to disperse, and helps to maintain the proper
operating temperature. If you are mounting a display panel close to a wall, or are using an OPS
module, active cooling may be required to remove heat and maintain an ideal ambient temperature.
For thin installations or to mount the display close to a wall, remove the handles after hanging the
display on the extending wall mount by turning the handles counter-clockwise.
y panel and the remote control.
Inserting batteries in the remote control
Learn how to install batteries in the remote control.
Before you insert batteries in the remote control, consider the following:
•Ensure that the battery polarities are correct.
•Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries together.
•Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunlight or fire.
If you will not use the remote control for a long time, consider removing the batteries to avoid
damage from battery leakage.
1. On the back of the remote control, press down on the tab on the cover and pull the cover up.
2. Insert the batteries. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the + and - markings inside the
battery compartment.
3. Insert the lower tab of the cover into the opening, and press down on the cover until it clicks in
place.
Operating the remote control
Consider the following when using the remote control.
•Verify that nothing is obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR
receiver on the display panel.
•If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working entirely, replace the
existing batteries with new ones.
•If necessary, use an IR extender to move the IR receiver to a more convenient place. For more
information, see Creating an IR extender connection (on page 23).
•If the infrared remote sensor is exposed to bright sunlight or fluorescent lighting, the remote
control might become unresponsiv
•Ambient conditions might impede the operation of the remote control. If this occurs, point the
remote control directly at the display panel and repeat the desired operation.
e.
Locking or unlocking the remote control
Lock or unlock the remote control buttons to prevent unauthorized individuals from changing the
display settings.
1. On the remote control, press ENTER > ENTER > EXIT > EXIT > ENTER > EXIT to lock the
remote control.
2. To unlock the remote control, enter the same sequence of commands.
Mounting a display panel
Use only the approved wall-mount kit designed for your display panel.
Caution! If not a
•TIP HAZARD! Center align the product on the stand or mount.
voided, the following could result in minor or moderate injury.
If you decide to wall-mount a display panel, ensure that the wall-mount bracket is installed according
to the instructions that are included with it. The w
weight of the display panel, or be reinforced.
To ensure the mounting brackets clear any protrusions on the rear of the panel, Christie recommends
using spacers with a minimum height of 6.35 mm (.25 in).
Mounting brackets may block access to the connector ports. To ensure the preferred mount allows
access to the connectors, refer to the display panel line drawings on www.christiedigital.com for
measurements.
At the location where the space between tiles is the tightest, use the spacer tool to ensure there is a
minimum of 0.5mm, or the thickness of a credit card, between adjacent LCD display panels.
all must be capable of supporting three times the
Securing an LCD display panel to an adjacent
panel
Learn how to install brackets securing two LCD display panels together.
After establishing the appropriate gap between tiles and aligning the tiles in the array, the brackets may
no longer line up with the screw holes and cannot be used.
1. At the location where the space between tiles is the tightest, use the spacer tool to ensure
there is a minimum of 0.5mm, or the thickness of a credit card, between adjacent L
panels.
Gaps smaller than 0.5mm may cause cracks in the glass.
2. Align the tiles.
3. Install two of the #2 Phillips screws through the bracket into one of the panels.
4. Install the other two screws through the bracket into the adjacent panel.