Christie Digital Systems Vista S3 User Manual

Vista

S3

When Image is Everything…

The Vista S3 represents an evolution in projection technology.

Utilizing possibly the most advanced optical systems available today

in conjunction with Christie’s superior digital processing technology,

the S3 promotes outstanding image performance.

At the heart of the S3 lies the very latest Digital Light

Processing™ technology, a 3-chip DMD™ set with true SXGA

resolution combines with a highly efficient 700W Xenon

CERMAX®illumination system to deliver the sharpest, brightest

and most faithfully reproduced images. The S3 also gives you

the capability to input pixel formats with independent horizontal

and vertical scaling control, this and the optional ADP

(Advanced Digital Processing) module allows you to handle the

most demanding projection requirements to place the perfect

picture on your screen.

The S3 shares a common architecture with all other models in

the Vista range. If your projection needs change, your S3 system

can change to meet them. The S3 can be upgraded at only an

incremental cost to deliver 5000 ANSI lumens of stunning SXGA

resolution images.

This compact unit weighs in at just 40 kg and the projector’s

simple and functional design is both practical and unobtrusive,

ensuring your audience’s attention remains fixed firmly on your

presentations. This powerful projection system is supported by a

comprehensive selection of lenses, modules and accessories

making it ideal for a wide range of fixed installation applications.

APPLICATIONS

• 3000 ANSI lumens

• True SXGA resolution

• Pixel clock 160MHz

• Vertical and horizontal scaling

• LiteLOC™ (Light Output Control)

• Modular architecture

• Superior lamp efficiency

• Inexpensive brightness upgrade path

• Compact design

• Advanced inverse telecine digital processing

• 6’ to 40’ diagonal image size

• Intuitive graphical user interface

• Superior image quality

• Xenon illumination system

• Boardrooms, executive briefing

centers

• Broadcast studios

• Corporate theaters

• Auditoriums, arenas, churches

• Casinos, theme parks and museums

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Brightness

• 3000 ANSI lumens

• 90% brightness uniformity across

the screen

Contrast Ratio (1.5-2.2:1 zoom lens)

• 300:1 ANSI, 800:1 full field

Resolution/Digital Processing

• 3-chip 0.9" DMD™‚ (Digital

Micromirror Device) system

• True SXGA 1280 x 1024 chip resolution

• 13-bit user selectable gamma table

• More than 1 billion displayable colors

Dynamic Scaling

• Resizing capabilities to scale down

from 1600 x 1200 and up from
640 x 480 to SXGA resolution

• Independent horizontal and vertical

scaling adjustment for graphics
and video inputs

Horizontal Frequency Range

• 15 to 120kHz

Vertical Frequency Range

• 24 to 120Hz

Field Interchangeable Optional Lenses

• Fixed short throw lens: 1.2:1

• Zoom lenses: 1.5-2.2:1, 2.2-4:1,

and 4-7:1

• Up to 130% of vertical lens offset for

off-axis projection

• Up to 80% of horizontal lens offset

• Compatibility with VistaGraphX lenses:

0.8:1, 2.5-4:1, 4-7:1 (adapter required)

• Screen size: 1.8m - 12.2m

(6ft - 40ft) diagonal

Lens Mount

• Manual horizontal and vertical lens

offset, focus and zoom adjustments

• "Bayonet-style" lens insertion system

• Lens mount tilt adjustment

• Built-in light shutter

Inputs

• Built-in RGB/YUV/YPbPr inputs allowing

separate H and V syncs, composite
sync and sync-on green/luma
(5 BNC connectors)

• Multi-standard Video Decoder Module

(NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL 60,
PAL M, PAL N, SECAM) with one
composite video input (BNC and RCA
connectors) and one S-video input (two
BNC and 4-pin mini-DIN connectors)

• Built-in Audio Control Module with

4 stereo audio inputs and 1 stereo
output (RCA connectors)

• Slot for an optional input module

• Full compatibility with third party

switchers

HDTV/DTV Compatibility

• Full HDTV/DTV compatibility on

analog RGB/YPbPr inputs

• Accepts 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p,

1035i, and 1080i formats at all
applicable frame/field rates

• Accepts 1080p at 24, 25 and 30Hz

frame rates

• Optional HDTV Serial Digital

Input Module

Various Keypads

• Standard hand-held IR backlit remote

keypad, front and rear infrared sensors

• Built-in backlit keypad

• Optional RS422 two-way remote

controller with LCD display using 6-pin
XLR connector with range of
600ft (183m)

• Optional wired backlit remote keypad

with 3-pin XLR connector

Control/Networking

• Third party control system and

switcher compatibility

• Dual RS232 ports for computer

control, with loop-through for
connection of multiple projectors

• Dual 6-pin XLR RS422 ports for

connection of optional LCD two-way
controllers and loop-through to multiple
projectors up to 600ft (183m)

Diagnostics

• Built-in LCD diagnostic display indicates

operational status and error messages

• Power and status LED

• Full diagnostics through RS232

9-pin D connector

Graphical User Interface

• Auto set-up feature

• "Direct Access" intuitive user interface

for complete projector control in
5 world languages

• On-screen user movable menus to fit

different image aspect ratios
(4:3, 5:4, 16:9, etc.)

• On-screen help menus

• 100 channel memories

• Auto power feature

Lamp Specification/Color
Temperature

• 700W Xenon CERMAX

®

illumination system

• Pre-aligned lamp module

• Constant color temperature over the

lamp life

• Color temperature adjustment range:

32000K to 93000K

• User replaceable lamp within 5 minutes

• Typical lifetime: 1000 hours

Variable Lamp Power Supply/Light
Output Control (LiteLOC™)

• "Auto Brightness" mode to maintain

constant brightness over time

• "Lamp Conserve" mode to extend the

lamp life

• "Max Brightness" mode for maximum

light output

Power Requirements

• Line voltage: 100 VAC to 240 VAC

+/- 10% @ 50/60Hz

• Power consumption: 1150W maximum

• Thermal dissipation: 3950BTU/hr

• Operating current: 11.5A maximum

(at 100 VAC)

Weight and Size

• 88 lbs (39.9 kg)

• 22.28" W x 30.1" L x 11.88" H

(56.6cm W x 76.5cm L x 30.2cm H)

Standard Accessories

• IR remote keypad with batteries

• User manual with warranty card

• 2.44m (8ft) line cord

Optional Accessories

• Serial Digital Input (SMPTE 259M/CCIR

601) with loop-through feature

• Digital HDTV Input module (with loop-

through feature) compatible with
all known HDTV formats

• DVI/DFP Input module

• 10-bit ADP (Advanced Digital

Processing) module

• Wired remote keypad

• Motorized lens mount upgrade

• RS422 two-way remote LCD controller

• Replacement lamp module

• Remote infrared sensor

• Service manual

• Librarian communication software

• Transit case

Regulatory Approvals

• CSA, UL and European safety approvals

• North American and European

EMI/EMC approvals

Warranty

• One year parts and labor

• Accessories: one year

Vista S3 • Specifications

• The S3 offers the ability to input pixel

formats with independent horizontal
and vertical scaling control.

• The S3 offers an inexpensive brightness

upgrade path.

• "Bayonet-style" lens insertion system

and lens mount tilt adjustment.

FEATURES

Due to constant research,
specifications are subject to
change without notice

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