Christie Digital Systems Matrix 3500 User Manual

Christie’s Matrix Series –
Synonymous with Simulation

Christie’s new Matrix Series simulation solutions are purpose-built
projectors designed to meet the specific requirements of the simulation
market. As technologies change and the demands of the simulation and
training markets increase, the need for lower cost simulation systems
with higher resolution and higher brightness is prevalent.

The Matrix 3500 is a purpose-built 3-chip 1.8" LCD UXGA high
performance, high brightness simulation projector. The brightest in the
series, the Matrix 3500 projects 3500 ANSI lumens for bright, vibrant
images in daytime simulation environments and full ambient light. Images
on-screen are displayed in 1600x1200 UXGA resolution for phenomenally
crisp, detailed realistic graphics. The Super CR™ 1000:1 full field contrast
ratio ensures the accurate reproduction of night-mode simulation.

The Matrix 3500 also features broad source compatibility and connects to
virtually every computer or video source. With Minimum Processing
Latency (MPL™), less than one frame delay enables extremely fast
simulator response time to user’s commands providing sharp, vibrant
images without loss of detail, flicker or motion artifacts.

The Matrix 3500 is quick to set up with an intuitive GUI and virtual plug
and play operation with a universal power supply that auto adjusts.
Christie’s Digital Color Management (DCM™) system offers a specially
designed optical system with very tight tolerance for primary colors and
together with the Custom Gamma Adjustment (CGA™) ensures the true
color representation, color matching and uniformity across multi-screen
images in simulation applications.

The Matrix 3500 features Color Select Filter (CSF™) to ensure all three
colors are identically polarized. Two stacked Matrix 3500 units can be
used either with linear or circular polarization kits for passive stereo
applications.

Featuring four 100W UHP™ lamps with 8000 hours of typical lamp life
(16000 hours in dual lamp mode and sequential lamp operation) the
Matrix 3500 provides reliability, failsafe operation and a lower power
consumption for lower cost of ownership. The ruggedized design
withstands 3G vibrations in all three axes making Christie’s Matrix 3500
the reality in simulation.

APPLICATIONS

• 3500 ANSI lumens

• SuperCR™: 1000:1 on/off contrast ratio

• True UXGA resolution (1600x1200)

• Digital Color Management (DCM™) for RGB color matching

across multiple screens

• Custom Gamma Adjustment (CGA™)

• Minimum Processing Latency (MPL™) of less than one frame

• Remote diagnostics and control via RS232

• ChristieNET™ networking

• Four 100W UHP™ lamps with 8,000 hrs of rated lamp life

(16,000 hours in dual lamp operation)

• Lamp Power Management (LPM™) system

• Color Select Filter (CSF™) ensures that RGB colors are in the

same polarization plane

• Designed for linear or circular passive stereo applications in
stacked configuration

• Wide range of optional fixed and zoom lenses, input modules
and accessories

• Universal 90 to 260 V AC for world-wide operation

• 3G operating vibration specification in all three axes

• Aircraft, ship’s bridge and

land vehicle simulators

• Driver training

• Air Traffic Control simulators

• Design simulators

• Architecture, engineering

and construction

• Research and development

• Military training

• Entertainment

Matrix

3500

Brightness

• 3500 ANSI lumens (1750 ANSI lumens

in dual lamp mode)

Contrast Ratio

• Super CR™: 1000:1 Full Field

Resolution

• Three 1.8" p-Si AM TFT High Aperture

LCD panels

• True UXGA 1600 x 1200 chip

resolution

• 8-bit digital color processing

• 16.7 million displayable colors

Purpose-built Simulation Features

• Digital Color Management (DCM™)

for RGB color matching across multiple
screens through individual RGB color
adjustments and tight primary color
tolerance

• Custom Gamma Adjustment (CGA™)

features several gamma curves and
gray scale tracking control

• Minimum Processing Latency (MPL™)

of less than one frame

• Lamp Power Management (LPM™) for

monitoring and control of four lamps
(dual or single lamp mode – user
selectable)

• Rigid design with 3G operating

vibration specification in all three axes

• Color temperature adjustment range

from 3200K to 9300K

• Color Select Filter (CSF™) enables the

use of the Matrix 3500 units for
passive stereo

• Linear and circular polarization kits

Source Compatibility and Digital
Image Processing

• Compatibility with VGA, SVGA, XGA,

SXGA, SXGA+ and UXGA

• Resizing processing for computers and

workstations from VGA (640 x 480)
up to UXGA (1600 x 1200) resolution

• Accepts composite video, S-video

(Y/C), component video (YUV) and
HDTV (YPbPr)

• Auto detects NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL,

PAL M, PAL N, SECAM

• Separate, composite sync and sync-on-

green compatible

• HDTV Tri-level sync compatible for

various HDTV formats (1080i, 720p,
576i/p, 480i/p)

• User selectable aspect ratios 4:3 and

16:9

• Digital keystone +/-40°

Input Horizontal Frequency

• 15kHz to 120kHz

Input Vertical Frequency

• 50 Hz to 120 Hz

Dot Clock

• 230 MHz

Field Interchangeable Optional
Lenses

• Flexibility of installations at various

distances from the screen

• Optional fixed and zoom lenses from

0.8:1 to 7:1

• Screen size 40" to 600" (1m – 15.2m)

(lens dependent)

• Rigid lens mount design

• Lens mount with power offset

(left/right and up/down), focus and
zoom adjustment

• Easy and fast lens replacement

Inputs

• Input 1: DVI Input module for

connections to digital computer
sources with audio and control port

• Input 2: 5 BNC Input module for

connections to analog computer,
component and HDTV sources
(R,G,B,H,V and Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) with
audio and control port (Compatible
with DTV/HDTV formats 480 30i/p,
720p, 720 60p, 1035 30i, 1080 25i,
1080 30i and 1035)

• Input 3: Video Decoder module

accepts composite video and S-video
from VCR, DVD, Laser Disc players and
video cameras and automatically
detects PAL, PAL M, PAL N, NTSC,
NTSC 4.43 and SECAM video
standards

• Input 4: Analog RGB 1 x D-sub 15

connection with audio and control port

Outputs

• Two built-in 3W speakers

• Audio output (2 x RCA)

Enhanced Feature Set

• Intuitive on-screen display (OSD)

menus

• Service functions can be password

protected

• Multiple language support

• Auto set-up feature

• Front, rear and ceiling mount

installation options

• Volume control and mute

• Picture freeze and “No show” mode

functions

• Digital zoom function (x1/4 to x49)

• Presentation timer

Control/Networking

• IR Remote multi-function keypad with

direct key controls, mouse and laser
pointer

• Wired and built-in keypads

• Front and rear IR receiver

• Remote control jack

• RS232 in/out communication ports via

9-pin D-sub terminals for full remote
control and diagnostics

• Built-in diagnostic LED

• USB type B port

• Optional ChristieNET™ networking for

remote control, monitoring and
diagnostics

Lamp Specification

• Four 100W UHP™ lamps from Philips

• 8000 hours of rated lamp life

• User replaceable lamp

• Pre-aligned lamp module

• Lamp life warning indicators

Power Requirements

• Universal voltage range

(auto-switching) 90-260V AC

• Line frequency: 50 - 60 Hz nominal

• Power consumption: 600 W typical,

700W maximum

• In-rush current rating: 80A maximum

• Current rating: 6 A maximum at

100-120 VAC, 3 A maximum at
200-240 VAC

• Thermal dissipation: 2400 BTU/hr

maximum

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 5 - 35° C

(41-95° F)

• Storage Temperature: -30 - 60° C

(-22-140° F)

• Operating Humidity: 20 - 80%

non-condensing

• Storage Humidity: 0 - 90%

non-condensing

• Acoustic noise level 47 dB achieved

with a proprietary fan control system

Size and Weight

• Size (body dimensions, without lens):

30.8" L x 22.8" W x 9.9" H
(783mm L x 581mm W x 251mm H)

• Weight: 37 kg (81.5 lbs)

• Shipping weight in standard

packaging: 51.3 kg (113 lbs) max.

Standard Accessories

• Wireless/Wired remote unit with

mouse control and laser pointer (two
“AA” type batteries and wired cable
included)

• User’s manual

• Computer cable (Dsub15-Dsub15)

• MAC/ VGA adapter

• Mouse control cable (PS/2, Serial and

MAC)

• DVI cable

• DVI/VGA adapter

• Dust cover

• AC cord x 2 (UL type and European 2P

plug type)

Optional Accessories

• ChristieNET™ Networking

• Replacement lamp module

• Service manual

• Transit case

• Optional Short Fixed 0.8:1 Lens

• Optional Short Fixed 1.2:1 Lens

• Optional Short Zoom 1.3-1.8:1 Lens

• Optional Zoom 2.0-2.6:1 Lens

• Optional Zoom 2.6-3.5:1 Lens

• Optional Semi Long Zoom 3.5-4.6:1

Lens

• Optional Long Zoom 4.6-6.0:1 Lens

• Optional Long Fixed 7.0:1 Lens

• DVI module

• 5 BNC module

• Y/C module

• Dsub-15 module

• HD-SDI module

• SD-SDI module

• Polarization Filters Linear Set (left &

right) and Circular Set (left & right)

Regulatory Approvals

• Safety: CSA C22.2 No. 950, UL 1950,

EN609050 European Norm “Safety of
Information Technology Equipment”

• Complies with relevant worldwide

EMC and safety standards

• The product complies with FCC class A

and EN55022 Class A requirements

• This product conforms to all relevant

European directives, standards, safety,
health and environmental concerns
and bares the CE marking

Warranty

• Projector warranty: 15 months parts

and labor

• Lamp warranty: 120 days

• Accessories: One year

Matrix 3500 • Specifications

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April 03-NA

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