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105-941A

Digital Projection LIGHTNING 30sx+c, 40sx+c User Manual

Declaration of Conformity: 30sx+c

Directives covered by this Declaration

89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC. 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment Directive, amended by 93/68/EEC.

Products covered by this Declaration

Large screen video projector type The CE mark was ﬁ rst applied in:

LIGHTNING 30sx+c October 2005

Basis on which Conformity is being declared

The products identiﬁ ed above comply with the protection requirements of the above EU directives, and the manufacturer has applied the following standards.

EN 55022:1998 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.

EN 55024:1998 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Immunity Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.

EN 55103:1997 - Product family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control apparatus for Professional Use.

EN 60950:2000 - Speciﬁ cation for Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical Business equipment.

The technical documentation required to demonstrate that the products meet the requirements of the Low Voltage directive has been compiled by the signatory below and is available for inspection by the relevant enforcement authorities.

Signed:

Authority: D.J. Quinn, Product Development Director

Date: 25 October 2005

Attention!

The attention of the speciﬁ er, purchaser, installer, or user is drawn to special measures and limitations to use which must be observed when these products are taken into service to maintain compliance with the above directives. Details of these special measures are available on request, and are also contained in the product manuals.

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Declaration of Conformity: 40sx+c

Directives covered by this Declaration

89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC. 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Equipment Directive, amended by 93/68/EEC.

Products covered by this Declaration

Large screen video projector type The CE mark was ﬁ rst applied in:

LIGHTNING 40sx+c September 2006

Basis on which Conformity is being declared

The products identiﬁ ed above comply with the protection requirements of the above EU directives, and the manufacturer has applied the following standards.

EN 55022:1998 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.

EN 55024:1998 - Limits and Methods of Measurement of Immunity Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.

EN 55103:1997 - Product family Standard for Audio, Video, Audio-Visual and Entertainment Lighting Control apparatus for Professional Use.

EN 60950:2000 - Speciﬁ cation for Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical Business equipment.

Signed:

Authority: D.J. Quinn, Product Development Director

Date: 4 September 2006

Attention!

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Important Information

Please read this user manual carefully before using the projector, and keep the manual handy for future reference.

A serial number is located on the side of the projector. Record it here:

Symbols used in this guide

Warnings

ELECTRICAL WARNING: this symbol indicates that there is a danger of

electrical shock unless the instructions are closely followed.

WARNING: this symbol indicates that there is a danger of physical

injury to yourself and/or damage to the equipment unless the instructions are closely followed.

NOTE: this symbol indicates that there is some important information that

you should read.

Trademarks

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IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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Macintosh and PowerBook are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

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Other product and company names mentioned in this user’s manual may be the trademarks of their respective holders.

Product revision

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Because we at Digital Projection continually strive to improve our products, we may change speciﬁ cations and designs, and add new features without prior notice. Projectors built prior to this revision of the User Manual may therefore not include all the features described.

Manual revision

Date Description Revision

January 2007 Rev A

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General precautions

Do not open the cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Use only the power cable provided. Ensure that the power outlet includes a Ground connection, as this

equipment MUST be earthed.

Take care to prevent small objects such as paper or wire from falling

into the projector. If this does happen, switch off immediately, and have the objects removed by authorised service personnel.

Do not expose the projector to rain or moisture, and do not place any

liquids on top of the projector. Unplug before cleaning, and use a damp, not wet, cloth. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Do not touch the power plug during a thunder storm. Handle the power cable carefully and avoid sharp bends. Do not use a

damaged power cable.

There are no user-serviceable parts inside the lamp module. The whole

module should be replaced and returned to Digital Projection for re-

furbishment.

Notes

Take care when removing the lamp module, as it is heavy (>10kg). Take care not to touch the glass surface of the lamp module. If you do

accidentally touch the glass, it should be cleaned before use. Do not use the lamp for more than 750 hours, as this may cause

serious lamp failure, damage the lamp module and cause extra cost on

replacement. Xenon lamps produce high intensity light. Do not look directly at the

light coming from the lamp housing, or the lens, or allow items such

as magnifying lenses to be placed in the light path. This could result in

serious eye damage. Do not touch the ventilation outlets, as they will become hot in use. Do not cover the ventilation outlets or inlets. Do not cover the lens whilst the projector is switched on. This could

cause a ﬁ re Always allow the projector to cool for 5 minutes before switching off

the power, moving the projector or changing the lamp. Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol or thinners to

clean the projector and lens.

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Installation precautions

Connect the LAN cable only to a computer LAN connection. Other

similar connectors may have a dangerously high voltage source. The projector must be installed only by suitably qualiﬁ ed personnel, in

accordance with local building codes. The projector should be installed as close to the power outlet as

possible. The power connection should be easily accessible, so that it can be

disconnected in an emergency. Ensure that there is at least 30cm (12in) of space between the

ventilation outlets and any wall, and 10cm (4in) on all other sides. Do not install the projector close to anything that might be affected by

its operational heat, for instance, polystyrene ceiling tiles, curtains etc. The projector weighs over 100kg (200lbs). Use safe handling

techniques when lifting the projector. When stacking projectors, the stack MUST be vertical, to ensure that

the stresses are distributed to all for frame couplings. Before installation, make sure that the surface, ceiling or rigging that is

to support the projector is capable of supporting the combined weight

of the projector and lens (see speciﬁ cation for exact weights).

Notes

±12°

Separate backup safety chains or wires should always be used for each

projector. Do not place heavy objects on top of the projector chassis. Only

the rigging frame is capable of withstanding the weight of another

projector. Do not stack more than four projectors. Do not drop or jarr the projector. Place the projector in a dry area away from sources of dust, moisture,

steam, smoke, sunlight or heat. Do not tilt the projector more than ±12° from side to side when in use,

as this may cause serious lamp failure, damage the lamp module and

cause extra cost on replacement. The projector my be tilted forwards

and backwards as necessary. Each time a new lens is ﬁ tted to the projector, the calibration procedure

must be carried out. See Lens menu, in Section 4. Using the menus. The zoom drive mechanism should always be set to the engaged

position, even when using the non-zoom lens, as it provides an extra

level of protection, should the lens release lever fail.

360°

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Operation and conﬁ guration precautions

Do not try to operate the touch screen using anything harder than your

ﬁ nger. This could damage the LCD. Do not make changes to the networking conﬁ guration unless you

understand what you are doing, or have taken advice from your

Network Manager. If you make a mistake, it is possible that you will lose

contact with the projector. Always double-check your settings before

pressing the APPLY button. Always keep a written note of the original

settings, and any changes you have made. Software update should NOT be carried out except by, or with the

supervision of, Digital Projection Service personnel.

Compliance with international standards

Noise

GSGV Acoustic Noise Information Ordinance

The sound pressure level is less than 70 dB (A) according to ISO 3744 or ISO 7779.

RF Interference

Notes

FCC

The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modiﬁ cations or changes to the unit EXCEPT those speciﬁ ed by Digital Projection in this manual. Failure to comply with this government regulation could void your right to operate this equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment 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 this equipment in a residential area may cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be responsible for correcting any interference.

European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive

Digital Projection Ltd is fully committed to minimising Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment. Our products are designed with reuse, recycling and recovery of all components in mind. To this end, at end of life, your projector may be returned to Digital Projection Ltd or its agent so that the environmental impact can be minimised.

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Digital Projection Contact details

Digital Projection Limited,

Greenside Way, Middleton, Manchester M24 1XX, UK.

Registered in England No. 2207264, Registered Ofﬁ ce: as above

Tel +44 (0) 161 947 3300

Fax +44 (0) 161 684 7674

Email enquiries@digitalprojection.co.uk, service@digitalprojection.co.uk

Web Site www.digitalprojection.co.uk

Digital Projection Inc.

55 Chastain Road, Suite 115, Kennesaw, GA 30144. USA

Tel (USA) 770 420 1350

Fax (USA) 770 420 1360

Notes

Email powerinfo@digitalprojection.com

Web Site www.digitalprojection.com

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Contents

Declaration of Conformity: 30sx+c .....................................................................................................ii

Declaration of Conformity: 40sx+c ....................................................................................................iii

Important Information

Symbols used in this guide ..................................................................................................................v

Warnings ..............................................................................................................................................v

Trademarks ..........................................................................................................................................v

Product revision ......................................................................................................................................v

Manual revision .......................................................................................................................................v

General precautions ..............................................................................................................................vi

Installation precautions ......................................................................................................................vii

Operation and conﬁ guration precautions ..................................................................................... viii

Compliance with international standards ......................................................................................viii

Noise ................................................................................................................................................viii

RF Interference..................................................................................................................................viii

European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive .................................................viii

Digital Projection Contact details ......................................................................................................ix

1. Introduction

What’s in the box? ..............................................................................................................................1.2

Key features of the projector ........................................................................................................... 1.3

Getting to know the projector .......................................................................................................... 1.4

Chassis – lamp, lens and ﬁ lter ............................................................................................................ 1.4

Lamp-hours meter............................................................................................................................. 1.5

Rear panel – connection and control ................................................................................................... 1.6

continued

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2. Installation

Screen requirements ......................................................................................................................... 2.2

Aspect ratio ...................................................................................................................................... 2.2

Positioning the screen and projector ................................................................................................... 2.4

Choosing a lens .................................................................................................................................. 2.5

Choosing a lens using the lens charts ................................................................................................. 2.6

Choosing a lens by calculation ........................................................................................................... 2.8

Useful lens calculations .................................................................................................................... 2.9

Fitting the lens ................................................................................................................................... 2.10

Shifting the image..............................................................................................................................2.11

Mounting the projector .................................................................................................................... 2.12

Levelling ........................................................................................................................................ 2.12

Stacking projectors .......................................................................................................................... 2.13

Connecting the projector ................................................................................................................ 2.14

Input Format ................................................................................................................................... 2.14

EDID handshaking .......................................................................................................................... 2.15

Projector Output ............................................................................................................................. 2.15

Input connection examples .............................................................................................................. 2.16

Control connection examples ........................................................................................................... 2.17

Power connection ........................................................................................................................... 2.18

3. Getting Started

Switching the power on .................................................................................................................... 3.2

Using the touch screen ..................................................................................................................... 3.2

Switching the lamp on ....................................................................................................................... 3.3

Adjusting the lamp power ................................................................................................................. 3.3

Adjusting the projected image ........................................................................................................ 3.4

Switching the power off .................................................................................................................... 3.6

continued

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4. Using the Menus

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 4.3

Menu structure ................................................................................................................................. 4.4

Show mode .......................................................................................................................................... 4.5

Lamp status ..................................................................................................................................... 4.5

Input source ..................................................................................................................................... 4.5

Warnings .......................................................................................................................................... 4.6

LCD screen blank ............................................................................................................................. 4.6

IP addresses .................................................................................................................................... 4.6

Lamp menu .......................................................................................................................................... 4.7

Lamp power ..................................................................................................................................... 4.7

Lamp on........................................................................................................................................... 4.7

Lamp off ........................................................................................................................................... 4.7

Shutter open/closed .......................................................................................................................... 4.7

Lamp/Lens memories ........................................................................................................................ 4.8

Lens menu ............................................................................................................................................ 4.9

Move, zoom and focus ...................................................................................................................... 4.9

Shutter open/closed .......................................................................................................................... 4.9

Centre ............................................................................................................................................. 4.9

Calibration ........................................................................................................................................ 4.9

Stop all movement ............................................................................................................................ 4.9

Image menu ........................................................................................................................................ 4.10

Test Patterns .................................................................................................................................. 4.10

Shutter open/closed .........................................................................................................................4.1 1

Contrast ......................................................................................................................................... 4.12

Brightness ...................................................................................................................................... 4.13

Gamma .......................................................................................................................................... 4.14

Advanced image setup .................................................................................................................... 4.15

Conﬁ guration menu ......................................................................................................................... 4.18

Networking conﬁ guration ................................................................................................................. 4.18

Detailed status ................................................................................................................................ 4.22

Touchscreen calibration ................................................................................................................... 4.22

Reset IP addresses ......................................................................................................................... 4.22

Engineering & Maintenance menu ............................................................................................... 4.23

Log ﬁ les ......................................................................................................................................... 4.23

Software update ............................................................................................................................. 4.23

continued

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5. Maintenance

Changing the lamp ............................................................................................................................. 5.2

Readind the lamp-hours meter ........................................................................................................... 5.3

Removing the lamp module ............................................................................................................... 5.4

Fitting the new lamp module .............................................................................................................. 5.4

Changing the ﬁ lter .............................................................................................................................. 5.5

Cleaning the projector and lens ...................................................................................................... 5.6

6. Appendix

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 6.4

Speciﬁ cations ...................................................................................................................................... 6.6

Part numbers .................................................................................................................................... 6.6

Optical ............................................................................................................................................. 6.6

Electrical .......................................................................................................................................... 6.7

Physical ........................................................................................................................................... 6.7

Lens Data ........................................................................................................................................ 6.8

Connections ....................................................................................................................................... 6.10

DVI-D connection ............................................................................................................................ 6.10

LAN connection ...............................................................................................................................6.11

Serial control input .......................................................................................................................... 6.12

Using Windows Hyperterminal to connect to the projector ................................................................... 6.13

Remote communications protocol ............................................................................................... 6.14

Image commands ........................................................................................................................... 6.14

Lens Commands............................................................................................................................. 6.23

PSU Commands ............................................................................................................................. 6.25

Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................ 6.27

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1. Introduction Contents

What’s in the box? ..............................................................................................................................1.2

Key features of the projector ........................................................................................................... 1.3

Getting to know the projector .......................................................................................................... 1.4

Chassis – lamp, lens and ﬁ lter ............................................................................................................ 1.4

Lamp-hours meter............................................................................................................................. 1.5

Rear panel – connection and control ................................................................................................... 1.6

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What’s in the box?

Make sure your box contains everything listed. If any pieces are missing, contact

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your dealer.

You should save the original box and packing materials, in case you ever need

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to ship your Projector.

Projector

30sx+c (USA: 105-838) (Rest of World: 105-839) 40sx+c (USA: 106-692) (Rest of World: 106-693)

Notes

Lenses are optional. Order

lenses from your Digital Projection dealer.

For more detailed information

about lenses, see Choosing a lens, in section 2. Installation.

Only one power cable -

dependent on the destination territory - will be supplied with the projector.

Power cable -

USA

(LA00098)

User manual

(105-452B)

Power cable Rest of World

(LA00097)

Important Information

DVI-D dual link

2metre cable

(104-274A)

(105-451B)

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Key features of the projector

Congratulations on your purchase of the Digital Projection LIGHTNING 30/40sx+c projector.

Digital Projection International, Texas Instruments’ ﬁ rst DLP™ partner and the original innovator of the 3-chip DLP™ projector, proudly introduces our thirdgeneration LIGHTNING series — the LIGHTNING 30/40sx+c. Incredibly bright, high resolution and high in contrast, the 30/40sx+c offers a radically new electronics conﬁ guration ideally suited for the staging and large-venue permanent installation markets.

The LIGHTNING 30sx+c harnesses the power of Texas Instruments’ new 1400 x 1050 pixel HPO DMD’s™. Like its LIGHTNING predecessors, the 30/40sx+c is destined to be the ﬁ rst choice of professionals who stage prestigious events such as the Grammy® Awards and the Oscars®. With contrast of 1800:1 and awe-inspiring brightness of up to 21,000 lumens, the 30/40sx+c is unmatched for applications as diverse as world class staged events, commercial entertainment, major outdoor venues, large-scale simulation, gaming and houses of worship.

Key Features

High resolution, large venue projector

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Applications: Large Screen; Fixed install and Rental

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30sx+c: 16,000 ANSI lumens ±10%

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40sx+c: 21,000 ANSI lumens ±10%

Notes

Contrast 1800:1 ±10%

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1400 x 1050 resolution

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Precision mechanical design ensuring maximum amount of light from lamp

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housing reaches optics, without any operator adjustment

30sx+c: 4kW single phase

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40sx+c: 4.6kW single phase

Compact size, light weight: 113kg

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Intelligent lens mount with ½ pixel accuracy pre-sets

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Rigging frame with Quick-lock stack system

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Ruggedised robust metal case

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Floating chassis - 3 point pitch & roll adjustment for accurate alignment

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LAN & RS232 connection for network operation

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Single DVI input with loop through for second projector

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Wi-ﬁ connection for handheld PDA operation (not supplied)

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Touch panel operation for all setup commands

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Browser host for LAN operation

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Getting to know the projector

Chassis – lamp, lens and ﬁ lter

Air outlets

Lamp

compartment

Air inlet

Notes

For information about how to

change the lamp or the ﬁ lter, see section 5. Maintenance.

For more detailed information

about lenses, see section 2. Installation

Lens

Air ﬁ lter

Lamp module

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Lamp-hours meter

There are two types of Lamp-hours meter, depending on the lamp module that has been ﬁ tted, as shown below.

Mercury meter

Notes

LCD meter

display button

The LCD Lamp-hours meter has two modes of operation:

When the lamp is switched on, the LCD will show lamp run hours.

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When the lamp is switched off, the LCD will be blank.

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Press the button and hold for 5 seconds to display lamp run hours.

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Rear panel – connection and control

Input

connections

Power switch

Power

connection

Control

connections

Notes

For information about how

to connect the projector, see Connecting the projector in section 2. Installation, and Connections in section

6. Appendix.

LCD

touch screen control panel

For information about how to

use the touch screen control panel, see section 4. Using the

menus.

Rigging frame

Frame

coupling

Foot

Rigging

frame

For information about how to

mount and stack projectors, see section 2. Installation.

Frame

adjuster

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2. Installation Contents

Screen requirements ......................................................................................................................... 2.2

Aspect ratio ...................................................................................................................................... 2.2

Fitting the image to the DMD ............................................................................................................. 2.2

Diagonal screen sizes ...................................................................................................................... 2.2

Fitting the image to the screen ........................................................................................................... 2.3

Positioning the screen and projector ................................................................................................... 2.4

Choosing a lens .................................................................................................................................. 2.5

Choosing a lens using the lens charts ................................................................................................. 2.6

Full width images ............................................................................................................................ 2.6

5:4 full height image (TRF = 1.07) ....................................................................................................... 2.7

Choosing a lens by calculation ........................................................................................................... 2.8

example ....................................................................................................................................... 2.8

Useful lens calculations .................................................................................................................... 2.9

Fitting the lens ................................................................................................................................... 2.10

Shifting the image..............................................................................................................................2.11

Mounting the projector .................................................................................................................... 2.12

Levelling ........................................................................................................................................ 2.12

Coarse frame adjustment ................................................................................................................ 2.12

Fine frame adjustment ................................................................................................................... 2.12

Chassis adjustment ....................................................................................................................... 2.12

Stacking projectors .......................................................................................................................... 2.13

Connecting the projector ................................................................................................................ 2.14

Digilink ...................................................................................................................................... 2.14

Input Format ................................................................................................................................... 2.14

Single DVI-D ................................................................................................................................ 2.14

EDID handshaking .......................................................................................................................... 2.15

Projector Output ............................................................................................................................. 2.15

Input connection examples .............................................................................................................. 2.16

Control connection examples ........................................................................................................... 2.17

LAN connection ............................................................................................................................ 2.17

RS232 connection ......................................................................................................................... 2.17

Power connection ........................................................................................................................... 2.18

USA power input ........................................................................................................................... 2.18

Rest of World power input ............................................................................................................... 2.18

continued

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Screen requirements

Aspect ratio

Fitting the image to the DMD

If the source image supplied to the projector is smaller than 1400 x 1050 pixels, then the image will not ﬁ ll the DMD. The following example shows how a number of common formats may be displayed without the use of an external scaling processor.

1400 pixels

1400 x 788 (16:9)

1400 x 757 (1.85:1)

1400 x 596 (2.35:1)

1313 x 1050 (5:4)

1050 pixels

Notes

The resolution of the DMD ﬁ tted

to the projector is 1400 x 1050 pixels.

This projector does not perform

any image processing - the MMS 1000 is recommended for this purpose.

Diagonal screen sizes

Screen sizes are sometimes speciﬁ ed by their diagonal size (D) in inches. When dealing with large screens and projection distances at different aspect ratios, it is more convenient to measure screen width (W) and height (H).

The example calculations below show how to convert diagonal sizes in inches into width and height, at various aspect ratios.

W = width

H = height

D = diagonal (inches)

2.35:1 aspect ratio

W = D x 0.92in (D x .023m) H = D x 0.39in (D x .01m)

2048x1080

W = D x 0.88in (D x .022m) H = D x 0.47in (D x .012m)

16:9 aspect ratio

W = D x 0.87in (D x .022m) H = D x 0.49in (D x .0125m)

4:3 aspect ratio, native resolution

W = D x 0.8in (D x .02m) H = D x 0.6in (D x .015m)

5:4 aspect ratio

W = D x 0.78in (D x .02m) H = D x 0.625in (D x .016m)

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Fitting the image to the screen

It is important that your screen is of sufﬁ cient height and width to display images at all the aspect ratios you are planning to use.

Use the conversion chart, or the sample calculations below to check that you are able to display the full image on your screen. If you have insufﬁ cient height or width, you will have to reduce the overall image size in order to display the full image on your screen.

Screen height

Aspect ratio

16:9

2048x1080

2.35:1

5:4

4:3

Notes

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

2.35:1 aspect ratio

W = H x 2.35 H = W x 0.426

2048x1080

W = H x 1.896 H = W x 0.527

16:9 aspect ratio

W = H x 1.777 H = W x 0.562

4:3 aspect ratio, native resolution

W = H x 1.333 H = W x 0.75

5:4 aspect ratio

W = H x 1.25 H = W x 0.8

Screen width

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Positioning the screen and projector

For optimum viewing, the screen should be a ﬂ at surface perpendicular to the ﬂ oor. The bottom of the screen should be 1.2m (4 feet) above the ﬂ oor and the front row of the audience should not have to look up more than 30° to see the top of the screen.

The distance between the front row of the audience and the screen should be at least twice the screen height and the distance between the back row and the screen should be a maximum of 8 times the screen height. The screen viewing area should be within a 60° range from the face of the screen.

Notes

The projector should be

installed as close to the power outlet as possible.

The power connection should

be easily accessible, so that it can be disconnected in an emergency.

Ensure that there is at least

30cm (12in) of space between the ventilation outlets and any wall, and 10cm (4in) on all other sides.

Do not install the projector

close to anything that might be affected by its operational heat, for instance, polystyrene ceiling tiles, curtains etc.

The image can be ﬂ ipped for

rear projection (see section

4. Using the menus, Image menu) and displayed without

the need for extra mirrors or equipment.

However, you must ensure

that there is sufﬁ cient distance behind the screen for the projector to be correctly located.

Rear installation is generally

more complicated and advice should be sought from your local dealer before attempting it.

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Choosing a lens

A number of lenses are available for use with the projector. Which lens you choose will depend on the screen size, image aspect ratio and projection distance.

If you are simply connecting the output of a camera or computer directly to the projector, then the image size (in pixels) may well be ﬁ xed. If, however, you are using commercially available image processing equipment, such as the Digital Projection MMS 1000, you may be able to resize the image to ﬁ t the DMD.

If the image does not ﬁ ll the full width of the DMD, this effectively increases the throw ratio of the lens. This can be corrected for by applying a Throw ratio factor.

Method one: using the lens charts

For the screen sizes listed below, use one of the charts on the following pages, to choose a lens.

any full width image, including: 4:3 1400 x 1050 pixels (native resolution)

1.66:1 (Vista) 1400 x 843 pixels 16:9 1400 x 788 pixels

1.85:1 1400 x 757 pixels

Notes

For more information about

Throw ratio factor (TRF), see Useful lens calculations, later in this section.

2.35:1 (Scope) 1400 x 596 pixels

A Throw ratio factor (TRF) of 1.07 has been applied to the following chart:

5:4 full height 1313 x 1050 pixels

Method two: by calculation

See the calculations, on the page immediately following the lens charts.

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Choosing a lens using the lens charts

Full width images Use the chart below to choose which lens best suits your application. example

For a screen width of 8m at a distance of 25m, the 2.55 - 4.54: 1 zoom lens

•

would be best suited.

For the same screen size at a distance of 40m, the 4.54 - 7.27: 1 lens would be

•

best suited.

if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations on the page immediately following the lens charts.

1.82 - 2.55 : 1 zoom lens

105-835

2.55 - 4.54 : 1

feet

49 15

1.45 - 1.82 : 1 zoom lens

105-834

metres

zoom lens

105-836

Notes

This chart has a TRF of 1.0, for

use with the following images:

2.35:1 (Scope),

1.85:1, 16:9,

1.66:1 (Vista) and 4:3

4.54 - 7.27 : 1 zoom lens

105-864

33 10

Screen width

16 5

0.73 : 1 ﬁ xed lens 105-863

10 20 30 40 50 metres 33 66 98 131 164 feet

Throw distance

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Lens charts continued

5:4 full height image (TRF = 1.07)

Use the chart below to choose which lens best suits your application.

if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations on the page immediately following the lens charts.

1.82 - 2.55 : 1 zoom lens

105-835

2.55 - 4.54 : 1

feet

49 15

1.45 - 1.82 : 1 zoom lens

105-834

metres

zoom lens

105-836

Notes

This chart has a TRF of 1.07,

for use with the following images:

5:4

4.54 - 7.27 : 1 zoom lens

105-864

33 10

Screen width

16 5

0.73 : 1 ﬁ xed lens 105-863

10 20 30 40 50 metres 33 66 98 131 164 feet

Throw distance

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Choosing a lens by calculation

For any screen size not listed above, or if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations below.

Identify actual width of the image in pixels.

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Calculate the Throw Ratio Factor: TRF = DMD width (1400)

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Image width in pixels

Identify the screen width required.

•

Identify the throw distance required.

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Throw distance calculations are based on the distance from the outer end of the lens, which will vary from lens to lens. Once a lens has been chosen, the ﬁ gures can be checked using the lens extension values given on the next page.

Calculate the throw ratio required. Throw ratio = Throw distance

•

Screen width x TRF

Choose a lens with the required throw ratio.

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Check from the lens charts or the speciﬁ cation (see section 6. Appendix), that the lens chosen has a sufﬁ cient throw range.

example

An unresized image, 1280 x 1024 pixels, screen width 8m, throw distance 25m

•

from the outer end of the lens.

Notes

The Throw ratio for a particular

lens is ﬁ xed, but assumes that the image ﬁ lls the width of the DMD.

For images that do not ﬁ ll the

width of the DMD, the Throw ratio is effectively increased. To correct for this in these calculations, a Throw Ratio Factor (TRF) is used.

The lenses available and their

part numbers are listed below:

0.73: 1 ﬁ xed lens 105-863

1.45 - 1.82: 1 zoom lens 105-834

1.82 - 2.55: 1 zoom lens 105-835

2.55 - 4.54: 1 zoom lens 105-836

Throw Ratio Factor (TRF) = 1400 = 1.09

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1280

Throw ratio required = 25 = 2.86

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8 x 1.09

Choose the 2.55 - 4.54: 1 zoom lens (105-836)

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4.54 - 7.27: 1 zoom lens 105-864

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Useful lens calculations

The following lens calculations may be useful:

Throw ratio = Throw distance

Screen width

Throw ratio factor (TRF) = DMD width in pixels = 1400

image width in pixels image width in pixels

Therefore:

Screen width = Throw distance (from outer end of lens)

Throw ratio x TRF

Throw distance = Screen width x Throw ratio x TRF

The throw distance calculated above is to the outer end of the lens. For each lens, the nominal distance between the front of the projector and the outer end of the lens (lens extension) will be as listed below:

Notes

The Throw ratio for a particular

lens is ﬁ xed, but assumes that the image ﬁ lls the width of the DMD.

For images that do not ﬁ ll the

width of the DMD, the Throw ratio is effectively increased. To correct for this in these calculations, a Throw Ratio Factor (TRF) is used.

lens extension

0.73: 1 ﬁ xed lens 105-863 165 mm (6.5 in)

1.45 - 1.82: 1 zoom lens 105-834 74 mm (2.9 in)

1.82 - 2.55: 1 zoom lens 105-835 33 mm (1.3 in)

2.55 - 4.54: 1 zoom lens 105-836 68 mm (2.7 in)

4.54 - 7.27: 1 zoom lens 105-864 123 mm (4.8 in)

lens extension,

measured from front

of corner post

Lens extension is measured

when the lens is focussed at inﬁ nity, and fully extended. At other focus settings, the extension could be up to 10mm less

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Fitting the lens

Turn the lens release lever anti-clockwise to open the lock.

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Turn the zoom drive mechanism anti-clockwise to disengage the drive.

•

Insert the lens into the lens aperture, making sure that the two notches on the

•

lens engage with the locating tab inside the lens mount.

Turn the lens release lever clockwise to lock the lens in place. When the lock is

•

fully closed, the lever should feel loose.

Turn the zoom drive mechanism clockwise to engage the drive.

•

Zoom drive mechanism

Lens

release

lever

Notes

Each time a new lens is

ﬁ tted to the projector, the calibration procedure must be carried out. See Lens menu, in Section 4. Using the menus.

Be careful not to scratch

the lens surfaces. If you do accidentally touch a lens, then clean the surface using a lens paper.

The zoom drive mechanism

should always be set to the engaged position, even when using the non-zoom lens, as it provides an extra level of protection, should the lens release lever fail.

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Shifting the image

The normal position for the projector is at the centre of the screen. However, you can set the projector above or below the centre, or to one side, and adjust the image using the Lens shift feature to maintain a geometrically correct image.

•

Any single adjustment outside the ranges speciﬁ ed below may result in an unacceptable level of distortion, paricularly at the corners of the image, due to the image passing through the periphery of the lens optics.

•

If the lens is to be shifted in two directions combined, the maximum range without distortion will be somewhat less, as can be seen in the diagrams to the right.

The maximum range available with no distortion is shown below. The table shows the maximum range for images that ﬁ ll the DMD. For images which do not use the full height or width, extra shift will be possible, up to the limit of the lens mount movement.

0.73:1 ﬁ xed lens

Notes

For more information on using

the Lens shift feature, see section 4. Using the menus, Lens menu.

If the lens is to be shifted in

two directions combined, the maximum range is somewhat less, as can be seen below.

full horizontal and vertical shift

without distortion

vertical (pixels)

± 90 ± 70 ± 0.09H ± 0.05W

All zoom lenses

vertical (pixels)

± 470 ± 400 ± 0.45H ± 0.29W

horizontal

(pixels)

horizontal

(pixels)

vertical

(vs DMD height)

vertical

(vs DMD height)

(vs DMD width)

horizontal

combined shift without distortion

is reduced

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Mounting the projector

The projector is designed to be suspended from a lighting truss by its rigging frame. However, the four adjustable feet under the chassis allow the projector to be lowered onto a ﬂ at surface without any danger of hands being trapped between the bottom frame and the surface.

Levelling

Before suspending the projector, make sure that the three frame adjusters are set roughly midway.

Coarse frame adjustment

If the projector is to be suspended by its rigging frame, coarse adjustment of projector level should be made by adjusting the length of the supporting wires or chains, or by adjusting the position of the truss.

Fine frame adjustment

Once the initial coarse adjustment has been made, ﬁ ne adjustment should be made by turning the three frame adjusters on the rigging frame.

The frame adjusters will provide approximately ±10mm of movement relative to the rear right corner. Centering lines are scribed on the shafts to show the centre of adjustment.

Centering

line

Notes

BEFORE INSTALLING THE

PROJECTOR, READ ALL THE WARNINGS BELOW AND ALL THOSE IN IMPORTANT INFORMA TION A T THE FRONT OF THIS MANUAL.

The projector weighs over

100kg (200lbs). Use safe handling techniques when lifting the projector.

Make sure that the surface,

ceiling or rigging that is to support the projector is capable of supporting the combined weight of the projector and lens (see speciﬁ cation for weights).

Backup safety chains or

wires should always be used.

Frame

adjuster

Chassis adjustment

If the projector is to be operated from a ﬂ at surface such as a projector table, then adjustment of projector level should be made by turning the four feet under the chassis.

Do not tilt the projector more

than ±12° from side to side when in use, as this may cause serious lamp failure, damage the lamp module and cause extra cost on replacement. The projector my be tilted forwards and backwards as necessary.

±12°

360°

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Stacking projectors

The rigging frame is capable of supporting the weight of up to three other projectors, using the built-in frame couplings. The projectors can be stacked on top of each other, or suspended below each other.

Carefully lower each projector down onto the top of the others, making sure that

•

all four frame couplings engage fully.

Fit a locking pin into each coupling. A ball in the end of the pin prevents the pin

•

from falling out – to insert or remove a locking pin, press the button on the t-bar to release the ball.

Align the images from the projectors, following the instructions in section

•

3. Getting started, Adjusting the projected image.

Frame

coupling

Notes

When stacking projectors,

the stack MUST be vertical, to ensure that the stresses are distributed to all for frame couplings.

Make sure that the surface,

ceiling or rigging that is to support the projector is capable of supporting the combined weight of all the projectors and lenses (see speciﬁ cation for weights).

Do not place heavy objects

on top of the projector chassis. Only the rigging frame is capable of withstanding the weight of another projector.

Hole for

locking pin

Do not try to stack more than

four projectors.

Separate backup safety

chains or wires should always be used for each projector.

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Connecting the projector

Input

connection

panel

This projector is designed to be the projection head of a projection system enabling the user to use a variety of commercially available image-scaling and processing products including the Digital Projection MMS1000 or VIP1000. The processing unit can be located close to source equipment such as computers, video tape players and DVD players etc. Therefore, only the projector needs to be located in the lighting gantry.

Notes

This projector does not

include any image-scaling or processing functions. Sources presented to the projector can only be mapped pixel for pixel to the display.

Only one connection is required between the processing equipment and head. For short distances, a regular DVI-D cable may be used, but for distances greater than 5 metres the DigiLink high bandwidth optical connection system is recommended.

Digilink

The DigiLink system is fully compatible with DVI-D, but uses optical ﬁ bre to transmit the RGB and clock signals, and copper wires to transmit the DDC signal and 5V power line. These are all integrated into a single cable. DigiLink allows cable lengths up to 100m to be used with the added beneﬁ t of reduced picture interference.

Input Format

Single DVI-D

A single input is available:

More information about

selecting (blanking) and positioning of the image can be found in section 4. Using the menus.

Sources upto 1400 x 1050 resolution @ 24- 60Hz and 8bits per colour.

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EDID handshaking

If you are using a computer DVI card or other DVI source that obeys the EDID handshaking protocol, then the card or source will automatically conﬁ gure itself to suit the projector.

If not, then you should refer to the documentation supplied with the DVI source to manually set the resolution to 1400 x 1050 or the nearest suitable setting.

Example: setting up the MMS 1000 multimedia switcher

The MMS multimedia switcher does not use EDID protocols, therefore you should use the MMS menus to manually set the output resolution as follows:

•

Switcher Options → Page 5 →Output Resolution → SxGA (1400 x 1050)

Projector Output

The projector has loop-through output. This enables signals to be passed through to a second projector in a stacking situation.

Ensure that DVI Repeater is ON - see Source menu, in section 4. Using the menus.

Notes

Example

Single DVI video source

LIGHTNING

Rear input

Rear output

LIGHTNING

Rear or

Side Input

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Input connection examples

DVI video source

non DVI video source

LIGHTNING

MMS 1000

Notes

More information about pin

connections can be found in section 6. Appendix.

Cable complexity and

interference can be reduced by using the Digilink high bandwidth optical connection system. Contact your dealer for more information.

Main

high resolution

video source

LIGHTNING

MMS 1000

Main

LIGHTNING

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Control connection examples

LAN connection

All of the projector’s features can be controlled via a LAN connection, using a standard internet browser package such as Internet Explorer.

Crossed

LAN cable

Computer

Un-crossed LAN cables

Hub or

LAN

LIGHTNING

Computer

Notes

More information about pin

connections can be found in section 6. Appendix.

More information about using a

browser to control the projector can be found in section 4. Using the menus.

RS232 connection

Computer

Null-modem

cable

LIGHTNING

More information about pin

connections and control codes can be found in section 6.

Appendix.

LIGHTNING

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Power connection

USA power input

Make sure the main power switch is off before connecting the power cable.

Firmly push in the Hubbell connector, then turn clockwise to lock.

Rest of World power input

Make sure the main power switch is off before connecting.

Lift the lid of the C-form connector then ﬁ rmly push in the connector.

Notes

Use only the power cable

provided.

Ensure that the power

outlet includes a Ground connection, as this equipment MUST be earthed.

Handle the power cable

carefully and avoid sharp bends. Do not use a damaged power cable.

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Switching the power on .................................................................................................................... 3.2

Using the touch screen ..................................................................................................................... 3.2

Switching the lamp on ....................................................................................................................... 3.3

Adjusting the lamp power ................................................................................................................. 3.3

Adjusting the projected image ........................................................................................................ 3.4

Switching the power off .................................................................................................................... 3.6

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Switching the power on

Connect the power cable between the mains supply and the projector.

•

Push the main power switch upwards to switch on the power.

•

The projector software will take several seconds to boot up. When the main

•

menu is displayed on the touch screen display, the projector is ready for use.

Main power

switch

Using the touch screen

All of the projector’s features can be controlled using the touch screen.

Notes

For more information about

connecting the power cable, see Power Connections, in Section 2. Installation.

Note that when the projector is

switched on, the lamp will be OFF until switched ON (see next page).

The Main Menu is shown below. The eight buttons at the bottom of the screen are visible whenever the projector is switched on. Buttons and controls relating to the Sub Menus will appear above these eight buttons.

Buttons on the touch screen are activated by light short taps using the tip of your ﬁ nger. Slider controls are activated by gently stroking the surface of the screen.

Do not try to operate the

touch screen using anything harder than your ﬁ nger. This could damage the LCD.

If you have difﬁ culty getting the

touch screen display to respond correctly, then try varying the length and pressure of your ﬁ nger movements until you have more success.

For more detailed information

about all the touch screen menus, see the next section: Using the menus.

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Switching the lamp on

Press the LAMP button on the Main menu..

•

Press the LAMP ON button.

•

The projector will reset momentarily, whilst the lamp strikes. You will not be able to make any further settings until the Main Menu returns.

Notes

Whenever you switch the lamp

on, the projector will reset momentarily, whilst the lamp strikes. This is to protect the control circuitry from the effects of the lamp strike pulse.

Any settings made before you

switched the lamp on will be retained.

Adjusting the lamp power

Either:

Touch and drag the red slider up and down

•

for ﬁ ne adjustment, press either arrow head.

•

For more detailed information

about all the touch screen menus, see the next section: Using the menus.

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Adjusting the projected image

If you have no video source connected to the projector, then you can display a test pattern as follows:

Press the IMAGE button on the Main menu.

•

Select a test pattern.

•

Notes

For more detailed information

about all the touch screen menus, see the next section: Using the menus.

Once you have an image or a test pattern displayed:

Press the LENS button on the Main menu:

•

To adjust the shift, zoom and focus settings, press the MOVE, ZOOM and

•

FOCUS arrow heads.

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Press the IMAGE button on the Main menu.

•

Press the CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS or GAMMA buttons.

•

Touch and drag the red sliders up and down, or for ﬁ ne adjustment, press the

•

arrow heads.

For more detailed information

about all the touch screen menus, see the next section:

Using the menus.

Notes

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Switching the power off

Press the LAMP button on the Main menu.

•

Press LAMP OFF. Hold the button pressed until the button turns to yellow, then

•

release. The lamp power will ramp down to minimum then go off after a further 3 seconds.

Allow the lamp to cool for 5 minutes.

•

Push the main power switch downwards to switch off the power.

•

When the power is switched off, all current settings are retained, and will be

•

restored next time the power is switched back on again.

Notes

Always allow the lamp to cool

for 5 minutes before:

Switching off the power

Moving the projector

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