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MI-WAVE3D

Digital 3D Cinema System
Installation & Operation Manual

Revision No. 2.0

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Locations

MASTERIMAGE 3D, INC
5358 Melrose Ave., 4th Floor
Hollywood CA 90038

TEL: [phone]

FAX: [phone]

MASTERIMAGE 3D ASIA, LLC.
22F, BYC HIGHCITY B/D A,
371-17, Gasan-dong, Geumcheon-gu,
Seoul 153-803, South Korea

TEL.: [phone]

FAX: [phone]
MASTERIMAGE 3D EUROPE, PLC

Pinewood Studios
Pinewood Rd., Iver Heath
Buckinghamshire
England
SL0 0NH

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URL: Uhttp://www.MASTERIMAGE3d.com

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ............................................................................................................ 6

1.1. Welcome ....................................................................................................................... 6

1.2. Contacting Technical Support ....................................................................................... 6

2. Warnings and Cautions .......................................................................................... 7

2.1. Installation Consideration .............................................................................................. 7

2.2. Heat Damage ................................................................................................................ 7

2.3. General Electrical Safety ............................................................................................... 7

2.4. General Handling .......................................................................................................... 7

3. System Overview ................................................................................................... 8

3.1. The Next Wave in Digital 3D Projection ......................................................................... 8

4. Installation and Configuration ................................................................................. 9

4.1. Unpacking the MI-WAVE3D .......................................................................................... 9

4.2. Confirm Package Contents of MI-WAVE3D ................................................................. 10

5. Detailed Component Overview ............................................................................. 11

5.1. Liquid Crystal Polarization Modulator (LCPM) ............................................................. 11

5.2. Actuator ...................................................................................................................... 12

5.3. Control Box – Front Panel ........................................................................................... 13

5.4. Control Box – I/O Rear Panel ...................................................................................... 13

5.5. Control Box – Rack Mount .......................................................................................... 14

6. System Setup ....................................................................................................... 14

6.1. Installation Options ...................................................................................................... 14

6.2. Projector Lens Consideration ...................................................................................... 15

6.3. Initial Actuator/LCPM Assembly .................................................................................. 16

6.3.1. Attach Actuator to Horizontal Frame Rail ........................................................... 16

6.3.2. Attach LCPM Frame to Actuator ........................................................................ 16

6.4. Control Box Cable Connections .................................................................................. 18

6.4.1. LCPM Cable ...................................................................................................... 18

6.4.2. Actuator Connector ............................................................................................ 19

6.4.3. GPIO Cable ....................................................................................................... 19

6.4.4. DC Power Cable ................................................................................................ 19

6.5. Initial Test.................................................................................................................... 20

6.5.1. Auto Power On .................................................................................................. 20

6.5.2. Actuator Operation – 3D Position ....................................................................... 20

6.5.3. Actuator Operation – 2D Position ....................................................................... 20

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7. Basic System Operation ................................................................ ....................... 21

7.1. System Ready – Standby Condition ............................................................................ 21

7.2. System Run ................................................................................................................ 21

7.3. System Stop ................................................................................................................ 21

7.4. System Power Off ....................................................................................................... 22

8. Projector Configuration ......................................................................................... 22

8.1. Projector 3D File Configuration ................................................................................... 22

8.2. Series II Projectors ...................................................................................................... 22

8.2.1. NEC Series II File Settings for External Server Playback ................................... 22

8.2.2. Christie Series II File Settings for External Server Playback .............................. 23

8.2.3. Barco Series II File Settings for External Server Playback ................................. 23

8.2.4. IMB Configuration Settings ................................................................................ 24

9. MI-WAVE3D Detailed Operation .......................................................................... 25

9.1. MI-WAVE3D Menu Tree .............................................................................................. 25

9.2. Explanation of Menu Items .......................................................................................... 27

9.2.1. 3D Phase – Sync Polarity .................................................................................. 27

9.2.2. 3D Phase – Offset .............................................................................................. 28

9.2.3. 3D Position ........................................................................................................ 28

9.2.4. Automation Source ............................................................................................ 29

9.2.5. Sync Pulse Automation Source – Reference Frequency Selection .................... 29

9.2.6. Fan Speed ......................................................................................................... 30

9.2.7. Menu Password Option ................................ ...................................................... 31

9.2.8. Ethernet Configuration ....................................................................................... 32

9.2.9. Factory Setting ................................................................................................... 33

9.2.10. System Information ............................................................................................ 34

10. Appendix A – Firmware Upgrade Process for MI-WAVE3D ................................. 35

10.1. Prerequisites for Upgrading Firmware ......................................................................... 35

10.2. Upgrade Firmware ...................................................................................................... 35

10.3. Check the STM Virtual COM Port Number .................................................................. 38

11. Appendix B – MI-WAVE3D Automation ................................................................ 39

11.1. Ethernet Automation ................................................................................................... 41

11.1.1. Doremi Server .................................................................................................... 41

11.1.2. Qube Server ...................................................................................................... 46

11.1.3. GDC Server ....................................................................................................... 49

12. Appendix C – Installation Record ......................................................................... 55

13. Appendix D – Dimensional Drawings ................................................................... 56

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1. Introduction

1.1. Welcome

Congratulations on choosing the finest digital projection 3D system available.
The MASTERIMAGE MI-WAVE3D delivers the clearest full-color images in a cost-

effective and studio-approved single projection, liquid crystal, digital 3D system.
Paired with MASTERIMAGE high quality 3D eyewear, the MI-WAVE3D provides the

clearest and truest color 3D picture of any available liquid crystal 3D system.
This user manual provides all the information required for simple installations and

the operation of the MI-WAVE3D, with any DLP cinema projector and digital cinema
server.

1.2. Contacting Technical Support

If you require technical support, our contact information is listed below:

MASTERIMAGE 3D, INC
Email: [e-mail]

Web Site: www.MasterImage3d.com
USA Tel: [phone]
UK Tel: [phone]
Asia Tel: [phone]

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2. Warnings and Cautions

2.1. Installation Consideration

When planning installation of the MI-WAVE3D, ensure that the largest image
possible is projected onto the liquid crystal polarization modulator (LCPM).

The image width should be between 155mm and 165mm and centered on the
LCPM, as shown below.

2.2. Heat Damage

To avoid burning the polarizer film of the LCPM during the installation and setup
procedure, maintain the image size shown below and use lower intensity test
patterns.

2.3. General Electrical Safety

Disconnect the power cord before servicing or opening the control box for any
reason.

2.4. General Handling

Avoid touching the LCPM with bare hands. Handle the assembly by the frame only.

Image Width on LCPM

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3. System Overview

3.1. The Next Wave in Digital 3D Projection

Key Features:

 MI-WAVE3D Liquid Crystal Polarization Modulator is an easy-to-use, high-quality Digital

3D Cinema System that enables 3D cinema presentation. The system can be quickly
installed in front of the lens of any DLP digital cinema projector.

 MI-WAVE3D is constructed from two specific Liquid Crystal (LC) panels that are

accurately bonded to ensure effective polarization of the left and right images from the
projector lens.

 MI-WAVE3D provides an accurate synchronization function for both current format

72Hz, 24fps, triple flash and future HFR 3D formats.

 MI-WAVE3D is perfectly matched to the high quality polarized 3D eyewear produced by

MASTERIMAGE 3D.

 MI-WAVE3D consists of Liquid Crystal Polarization Modulator, Actuator and Control Box,

connection cables, and mounting frame.

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Bottom layer, mounting frames

Middle layer, LCPM, Actuator, cooling fans and
Control Box

Cables, power adapter, and 3D glasses

Top layer package contains 4 cartons

4. Installation and Configuration

4.1. Unpacking the MI-WAVE3D

Inspect the MI-WAVE3D packaging box for any external damage. Report any damage to
shipper and to MasterImage 3D.

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4.2. Confirm Package Contents of MI-WAVE3D

 Liquid Crystal Polarization Modulator (LCPM)
 Actuator
 Control Box and Rack Mount Accessory
 Power Adaptor
 Sync Cable
 Actuator Cable
 Mounting Frames
 3D Glasses

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LC Panel

LC Panel Frame

Cooling Fan

Stand is used to adjust the
height and angle of the LC
Frame with respect to the
projector lens

Cooling Fan

LCPM Cable

5. Detailed Component Overview

5.1. Liquid Crystal Polarization Modulator (LCPM)

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LCPM Cable

Connector

Robot Chain

Actuator Cable

Connector

Mounting Plate for

LCPM

Indicator LED

LCPM Installed on the

Actuator

5.2. Actuator

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Power Button

Run/Stop Button

Mini USB:
Used to upgrade

Firmware or
connect Monitor
Program

Operation LCD:
Displays

Firmware version
and Current
Operating State

Reset Button

3D Button:
Used to move

the LCPM to the
3D position

Setup Keys
(MENU/LEFT, UP,

DOWN, RIGHT, OK)

2D Button:
Used to move

the LCPM to the
2D position

Ethernet Port:
Used for

Automation and
Connection of
Monitor Program

RS-232C/RS-422
Connector for

Automation

LCPM Connector

GPIO/TTL Connector
Used for Automation

and Sync

Indicator LED:
(Power, Tx, GPIO, TTL)

Sync Mode
Switch:

GPIO or TTL

Actuator Connector

DC Input:
DC 24V/25A

5.3. Control Box – Front Panel

5.4. Control Box – I/O Rear Panel

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5.5. Control Box – Rack Mount

6. System Setup

6.1. Installation Options

Before choosing the best method for mounting the actuator in front of the projector,
manually hold the LCPM in front of the projection lens so that an image width of
between 155mm and 165mm is visible on the LC panel.

Figure 1. Image Width on LCPM

Decide whether the actuator mounting frame should be fixed to the port wall
(Figure 2) or the projector pedestal (Figure 3).

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Figure 2. Port Wall Installation

6.2. Projector Lens Consideration

You can orient the actuator mounting frame in two directions depending on the
amount of lens extension from the front of the projector.

In general, both NEC and Barco projectors tend to have a shorter lens design than
the Christie models. Orient the actuator mounting frame according to the installation
conditions. See Figures 4 and 5:

Figure 3. Projector Pedestal Installation

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With the actuator upside-down, attach it
to the horizontal mounting frame rail with
the 4 supplied screws (Figure 6).

Figure 6. Actuator Mounting

1. Attach the LCPM supporting frame to
the top side of the actuator assembly
with the 2 supplied screws (Figure 7).

Figure 7. LCPM Frame Mounting

Figure 4. Short Lens

Figure 5. Long Lens

6.3. Initial Actuator/LCPM Assembly

6.3.1. Attach Actuator to Horizontal Frame Rail

6.3.2. Attach LCPM Frame to Actuator

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2. Connect the LCPM cable from the robot
chain to the connector on the underside
of the LCPM (Figure 8).

Figure 8. LCPM Cable Connection

When installing the assembly in front of
the projector, use the screws (Figure 9) to
accurately set the height and angle of the
LCPM.

Figure 9. Height and Angle Adjustment

Screws

IMPORTANT The LCPM must be installed perpendicular to the light path
exiting the lens. The angle of this light may not be the same angle as the
lens itself, so observe the light path from the side to make sure the LCPM is
exactly perpendicular. See Figure 10.

LCPM Height & Angle Adjustment

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The LCPM must be adjusted
so that it is perpendicular to
the light path exiting the
lens.

Figure 10. Adjust LCPM Tilt Perpendicular to Light Path

6.4.1. LCPM Cable

Connect the cable from the LCPM robot
chain on the actuator to the control box
(Figure 11).

Figure 11. LCPM Connector

6.4. Control Box Cable Connections

Prior to making control box cable connections, mount the control box into the equipment rack
(if desired) using the rack mount accessory. (See top of page 14.)

 Assemble and install rack mount assembly into rack.
 Remove two screws on the bottom of each side of the control box (left and right, four

screws total).

 Slide the control box into the bracket and reinstall the bottom screws on each side, to

secure the control box to the support bracket.

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6.4.3. GPIO Cable

Connect the GPIO cable from the DLP
Digital Cinema Projector (Figure 13).

Figure 13. GPIO Cable Connection

6.4.4. DC Power Cable

Connect the DC Power cable from the
power adaptor (Figure 14).

Figure 14. DC Power Cable Connection

6.4.2. Actuator Connector

Connect the actuator cable to both the actuator and control box (Figure 12).

Figure 12. Actuator Cable Connections

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6.5.2. Actuator Operation –
3D Position

Press the 3D button for 2 seconds. The
actuator moves to the 3D position and the
cooling fans start to operate.

The 3D button flashes for 10 seconds
before becoming steady (Figure 16).

Figure 16. 3D Position and Button LED

Indication

Figure 15. Auto Power On and Display Indication

6.5. Initial Test

6.5.1. Auto Power On

To turn on the control box power
automatically, connect the main
cable from the DC power to a
power outlet.

The LCD display panel indicates
the model name, current system
firmware version, and that it is in a
READY state (Figure 15).

6.5.3. Actuator Operation – 2D Position

Press the 3D button momentarily to switch off the button LED, then press the 2D button
for 2 seconds. The actuator moves to the 2D position and the cooling fans stop.

The 2D button flashes for 10 seconds before becoming steady.

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7.1. System Ready – Standby

Condition

To turn on the system power, press the POWER
button for 1 second and release it.

The LCD on the Power button should be on and
the LCD display indicates the READY condition
(Figure 17).

Figure 17

7.2. System Run

To operate the LCPM, press the RUN button for
1 second and release it, The Run button LED
blinks (Figure 18).

Figure 18

The LCD Display indicates RUNNING. This
condition is with no sync signal being input
(Figure 18). At this time, the cooling fans are on.

When either a GPIO or TTL sync signal is input
to the Control Box, the input signal frequency
appears on the LCD display and the RUN
button LED is on continuously when the input
sync signal is stable (Figure 20).

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Figure 20

To stop the operation of the LCPM, press the
RUN button for 1 second and release it. The
Run button LED turns off.

The cooling fans continue to operate to protect
the LC Polarization Film from the heat of the
projector which could still be on.

To stop the cooling fan, press the 2D button for
more than 1 second and release. The actuator
returns the LCPM to the 2D position (Figure 21).

Figure 21

7. Basic System Operation

7.3. System Stop

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7.4. System Power Off

To power off the system, press the POWER
button for 1 second and release it.

Figure 22

8. Projector Configuration

8.1. Projector 3D File Configuration

The projector’s 3D control file must be configured to work with the MI-WAVE3D. These
procedures describe configuring the control files for Series II projectors.

The Dark Time should be set to 350µS with the Delay being left at 0µS. These figures are
applicable to all frame rates and projector flash configurations.

Follow the instructions for the appropriate projector.

8.2. Series II Projectors

Configure the projector settings as shown in the graphics below for NEC, Christie, and
Barco Projectors.

8.2.1. NEC Series II File Settings for External Server
Playback

Figure 23

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8.2.2. Christie Series II File Settings for External Server
Playback

Figure 24

8.2.3. Barco Series II File Settings for External Server
Playback

Figure 25

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 Input = IMB-Internal
 Data Format = 4:4:4 (RGB)
 Source File = Based on content

resolution + aspect ratio (1998x1080
Flat, 2048x858 Scope, etc.)

 Screen File = Site-specific (typically

Flat or Scope based on content)

 Use PCF = not selected (unchecked)
 Lamp File = Site-specific
 ILS File = Site-specific
 Auxiliary Lens = Site-specific –

Selected if Anamorphic Lens or WCL
needed, otherwise unselected

 Measured Color = Site Specific

(Create on-site)

 Target Color =

DC28_DCI_XYZE_314_351

 Color Space = Unity RGB
 Gamma = Gamma 2.6

 LUT-CLUT = Linear_9x9x9
 Scan Type = Progressive
 LD Bypass = Selected (this sends

IMB output directly to ICP. This is
required if no LD is installed)

 Enable 3D = Selected
 3D Sync Input Mode = Use

Selected Input Port (polarity = true)

 Frame Rate N:M = 6:2
 L/R Display Sequence = Left (L1R1

L2R2)

 3D Sync Polarity = True (If left/right

eye images swapped set to Inverted)

 Dark Time = 350
 Output Delay = 0
 Phase Delay = 0

Note: Barco Series II projectors have a pre-installed 3D configuration file for the

settings required by the MI-CLARITY3D system. It is possible to select this
file rather than making fully manual entries, but editing of Dark Time and

Output Reference Delay would be required.

8.2.4. IMB Configuration Settings

Projector configuration settings when using an IMB (Integrated Media Block) are slightly
different; an example of this is given below for a Christie projector and a Doremi IMB. The
changes are highlighted in bold; other projector/IMB manufacturers’ configurations may
vary slightly. Contact the respective manufacturers for specific information.

Config. 1

Config. 2

3D Control

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NO

1

st

Level

2nd Level

3rd Level

4th Level

1

3D PHASE

1. SYNcPOLARITY >1

>1

TRUE

2.OFFSET >2

INVERT

3. EXIT

[CANCEL] [SAVE]

>2

OFFSET OLD: mmm

NEW: [MMM]

[SAVE][CANCEL]

Adjust sync polarity and the offset of 3D phase if any 3D artifacts are seen on screen

SYNC POLARITY Value: TRUE, INVERT, Default: TRUE,

OFFSET Value: -180 ~ +180 | Default: +000

2

3D POSITION

LEFT

RIGHT

[SAVE] [CANCEL]

Set a 3D position of Actuator

Default is LEFT

3

AUTOMATION

1. MANUAL

>1

1. [072 / ON]

2. GPIO

2. [048 / ON]

3. SERIAL

3. [060 / ON]

4. ETHERNET

4. [096 / ON]

[SAVE][CANCEL]

5.>1 SYNC PULSE

5. [120 / ON]

6. EXIT

6. EXIT

Select a 3D automation I/O port

Value: MANUAL, GPIO, SERIAL, ETHERNET, SYNC PULSE | Default: MANUAL

REFERENCE Hz Value: 48 ~ 120Hz | Default: 72Hz

4

FAN SPEED

MAX

MID

[SAVE][CANCEL]

LOW

SET cooling fan speed on LCPM

Default is MAX

9. MI-WAVE3D Detailed Operation

9.1. MI-WAVE3D Menu Tree

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SET
PASSWORD

1.PASSWORD [OFF]* >1

>1

SET PASSWORD

2.NEW PASSWORD >2

ON

3.EXIT

OFF

[SAVE][CANCEL]

>2

NEW PASSWORD

>3

CONFIRM

PASSWORD

KEY: [o]

KEY: [o] * * * *

* * * *

[SAVE][CANCEL]

[SAVE][CANCEL]

Turn on or off system password, set new 4-digit password

KEY Value: 0 ~ 9 | Default: 0

Password Value: 0000 ~ 9999 | Default: 0000

* Current Status: ‘OFF’ or ‘ON’, Default is OFF

6

SET
ETHERNET

1.IP >1

>1

IP

2.SUBNET MASK >2

[MMM].[NNN].[NNN].[OOO]

3.GATEWAY >3

[CANCEL] [SAVE]

4.PORT NUMBER

>4

>2

SUBNET MASK

5.EXIT

[NNN].[NNN].[NNN].[NNN]

[CANCEL] [SAVE]

>3

GATEWAY

[MMM].[NNN].[NNN].[OOO]

[CANCEL] [SAVE]

>4

PORT NUMBER

[n][m][m][m][m]

[CANCEL] [SAVE]

Configure Ethernet parameters for automation

Value: [MMM] 0 ~ 233, [NNN] 0 ~ 255, [OOO] 0 ~ 254 |

IP Default: 192.168.000.101, SUBNET MASK Default: 255.255.255.000,

GATEWAY Default: 192.168.000.001

PORT NUMBER: 00001 ~ 49999 | Default: 5000

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SET
FACTORY

SET FACTORY

Performing

Factory Reset?

Factory Reset!

[OK] [CANCEL]

Wait a second… / Completed!

Reset all user entered information to the factory condition.

8

INFORMATION

F/W V.1.03

Aug 20 2012

Show system information

+1

F/W Version,

+2

FPGA Version,

+3

Date and time of building F/W

9

EXIT

OK

Exit the system menu

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To access menu items on the front of the control box,
press the MENU button for 1 second and release it.
The SETUP menu appears.

Invert 3D Sync Polarity

Save the new setting.

9.2. Explanation of Menu Items

9.2.1. 3D Phase – Sync Polarity

If the 3D sync polarity of the image becomes inverted, it can be corrected in this menu
item.

Using the control arrow keys, follow the sequence (below), to invert the 3D Sync Polarity
setting. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.

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3D Phase Offset

These two adjustments should
ideally be carried out within the
projector 3D configuration.

The option is provided here,
when access to the projector
controls is not available.

Save the new setting.

3D Position

Save the new setting.

9.2.2. 3D Phase – Offset

If the 3D image is slightly unsynchronized it can be adjusted in the menu item.
Using the control arrow keys follow the sequence (below) to invert the 3D Phase Offset

setting. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.
Adjustable range is between -300µS and +300µS.

9.2.3. 3D Position

Depending on the model of DLP Digital Cinema Projector in use, you may have to switch
the direction for the 3D Position of the actuator.

Using the control arrow keys follow the sequence below (below), to switch the 3D
Position setting. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.

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Automation Source

Save the new setting.

9.2.4. Automation Source

The system can be automated via several different sources. This menu item allows the
source in use to be selected.

The options are:

 Manual – Control via front panel button
 GPIO – Automation via GPIO cable connection
 Serial – Automation via RS-232 serial connection
 Ethernet – Automation via server ethernet connection
 Sync Pulse – Automation via GPIO/TTL sync pulse detection

Using the control arrow keys, follow the sequence (below) to switch the Automation
Source setting. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.

9.2.5. Sync Pulse Automation Source – Reference
Frequency Selection

After selecting Sync Pulse automation you can set up the system to detect up to 5
different sync frequencies.

The default options are:

 72Hz On/Off
 48Hz On/Off
 60Hz On/Off
 96Hz On/Off
 120Hz On/Off

These frequencies can also be manually configured as required.
Using the control arrow keys, follow the sequence (below) to switch the Automation

Source setting to Sync Pulse and switch on/off the required frequencies. Press the OK
button to select and confirm selections.

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Sync Pulse Option Selection

Save the new setting.

Select Fan Speed

(If set to MID, it will display MID → LOW; if

set to LOW, it will display LOW → MAX)

Save the new setting.

9.2.6. Fan Speed

The cooling fan speed on the LCPM can be set to Low, Mid, or Max. The default is Max.
Using the control arrow keys, follow the sequence (below) to switch the Fan Speed

setting. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.

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Menu Password Option

Save the new setting.

Menu Password Setting

Save the new setting.

9.2.7. Menu Password Option

You can password protect the setup menu functions of the MI-WAVE3D. The default
password is 0000.

Using the control arrow keys, follow the sequence (below) to switch the Menu Password
function on or off as required. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.

Once the Menu Password option has been switched on, you can set this to any 4-digit
PIN code of your choice.

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IP Address Setting

Save the new setting.

Subnet Mask Setting

Save the new setting.

9.2.8. Ethernet Configuration

If you want to automate the operation of the MI-WAVE3D via digital cinema server
command protocols you must configure the Ethernet settings of the system to match your
internal network.

The configurable settings are:

 IP Address – Default 192.168.000.101
 Subnet Mask – Default 255.255.255.000
 Gateway – Default 192.168.000.001
 Port Number – Default 05000

Using the control arrow keys, follow the sequence (below) to set the Ethernet
Configuration as required. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.

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Gateway Setting

Save the new setting.

Port Number Setting

Save the new setting.

Factory Default

Activate the Factory Reset.

9.2.9. Factory Setting

From time to time, you may need to reset the MI-WAVE3D to the factory configuration.
Using the control arrow keys follow the sequence (below) to set the factory default

settings of the system. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.

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System Information

9.2.10. System Information

You can see the firmware version and date the system was upgraded on this menu item.
Using the control arrow keys follow the sequence (below) to see the information for the

system. Press the OK button to select and confirm selections.

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1. Access the MasterImage ftp site using these
credentials:

ftp://masterimage3d.us

Login: mi3dguest1
Password: M!3DuploadASIA

2. From the MI-WAVE3D folder, download and
install the virtual COM port driver to suit your
operating system (32 bit or 64 bit).

3. Download and install the MI-WAVE3D
firmware upgrading utility.

Installed shortcut: MIDfu

4. Download and save the latest STM firmware
file having a “*.bin” file extension.

Example:
MI-WAVE3D_v1.1.1_20121119.bin

5. Prepare a USB “type-A” to “mini type-B”
cable.

1. Connect the MI-WAVE3D control box
AC power adaptor and wait for the
power-on screen to be in the READY
state.

2. Connect the MI-WAVE3D control box to your PC with the USB cable.

10. Appendix A – Firmware Upgrade Process for MI-WAVE3D

10.1. Prerequisites for Upgrading Firmware

10.2. Upgrade Firmware

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3. Execute “MIDfu” utility by double-
clicking the utility’s icon on your PC.

4. Click the Setup button to open the
Serial Setting window.

5. Select the COM port assigned by the
“STMicroelectronics Virtual COM
Port Driver”. Then click OK.

Note: Refer to 10.3 “Check the STM

Virtual COM Port Number” on

page 37 for more detailed
information.

6. Click the Connect button to
establish serial communication
between Firmware Updater and the
MI-WAVE3D.

7. Click the Open file button to show
the Open dialog box.

4 6 5

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8. Select the latest firmware file having
a “*.bin” file extension, then click the
Open button to load the file into the
upgrade utility.

9. Click the Upgrade button to start
firmware upgrading.

During the process, the LCD screens
shown below will display:42

10. The upgrade utility will indicate a
successful upgrade. Press OK.

11. Press the Exit button to close the
utility.

8

9

11

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The control box will automatically reboot and carry out a Factory Reset. The LCD
screens shown below will display.

The system upgrade is now complete. Disconnect the USB cable.

10.3. Check the STM Virtual COM Port Number

You can verify the virtual COM Port number after connecting MI-WAVE3D to your
PC.

1. Run the Control Panel in your PC.

2. Open the Device Manager within the Hardware and Sound option.

3. Click on Ports (COM & LPT). The assigned COM port will be displayed.

4. Note the Port Number of STMicroelectronics Virtual COM Port (COMxx). (See
figure below.)

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DSUB9(GPIO)

Comm.

Direc-

tion

DSUB37

Description

Comments

Pin name

Pin

number

Pin

number

NC 1 No connection

PRJ_COM_nRUN
2  12(+)

LCPM RUN command

Comparator
24V max,
12V threshold
(LM2901H)

5 31(-)

PRJ_SYNC
3  9(+)

Vertical sync pulse
5 28(-)

PRJ_COM_nUP
4  2(+)

LCPM 3D command
Low Pulse ≥ 200ms

5 21(-)

GND

5 20,21,22,
28,29,30,
31,

Ground

PRJ_COM_nDOWN
6  3(+)

LCPM 2D command
Low Pulse ≥ 200ms

(LM2901H)
5 22(-)

PRJ_STS_nLOCK
7  1(+)

LCPM driving status
High pulse ≥ 200ms

Open
collector
output

24V, 20mA
(SN7407)

5 20(-)

PRJ_STS_nUP
8  10(+)

LCPM position status
High pulse ≥ 200ms

5 29(-)

PRJ_STS_nDOWN
9  11

LCPM position status
High pulse ≥ 200ms

5 30

Shield ground

frame

frame

Chassis Ground Connection

11. Appendix B – MI-WAVE3D Automation

Table B-1. GPIO Automation

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DSUB9(RS-232)

Comm.

Direc-

tion

DSUB9

Description

Comments

Pin name

Pin

number

Pin

number

NC 1 1 No connection

TX

2  2

Transmitter

RS-232 Driver
(ST3232ECTR)

RX

3  3

Receiver (Max :±25V)

NC 4 4 No connection

GND

5 5

Ground

RXDM

6  6

Inverting receiver
(Max :±25V)

RS-485/422
Driver
(ST485BD)

RXDP

7  7

Non inverting receiver
(Max :±25V)

TXDM

8  8

Inverting transmitter

TXDP

9  9

Non inverting transmitter

Shield ground

frame

frame

Chassis Ground Connection

Communication Protocol

Setting

Baud Rate

115200bps

Stop Bits

1

Data Bits

8

Parity

None

Command (Case-sensitive)

Binary (Hex)

Action

START\r\n (=Start\r\n)

53544152540D0A

PFD Running

STOP\r\n (=Stop\r\n)

53544F500D0A

PFD Stopping

PFD UP\r\n (=PFD Up\r\n)

5046442055500D0A

Move to 3D Position

PFD DOWN\r\n (=PFD Down\r\n)

50464420444F574E0D0A

Move to 2D Position

PFD STOP\r\n (=PFD Stop\r\n)

5046442053746F700D0A

Stop Movement

3D\r\n

33440D0A

PFD Start & Up

2D\r\n

32440D0A

PFD Stop & Down

LIFT ZERO\r\n

4C494654205A45524F0D0A

Activate Lift Zero Calibration

Table B-2. RS232 Automation

Table B-3. RS232 Communication Protocol

Table B-4. RS232 Command Structure

Note: \r : Carriage Return (0x0D)
\n : Line Feed (0x0A)

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11.1. Ethernet Automation

This section covers the requirements for Ethernet automation in detail and explains
the process for the writing of macros for commonly found digital cinema servers in
the market.

Note: Attempt these steps only if you are familiar with server configuration settings.

If you are unsure of the processes involved, please contact the respective
manufacturer of your equipment for further information.

If you require detailed information on other forms of automation control please

contact MasterImage at [e-mail] for details.

11.1.1. Doremi Server

1. Within the server menu, open Device Manager (Menu > DTS Digital Cinema >
Device Manager)

2. Click the Add button and the list of devices will display
(shown right).

3. Select the Raw option to create MasterImage as a known
device in the server’s listing.

4. Complete the fields as shown below. Ensure the settings
entered match those of the MI-WAVE3D for IP Address
and Port Number. Check the Enabled box and save the
entry.

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The MI-WAVE3D has now been successfully added into the server configuration.
It is now possible to create the macro files to enable the server to control the

MI-WAVE3D. The files required are: MasterImage Start, MasterImage Stop,
MasterImage 2D, MasterImage 3D and MasterImage Up/Down Stop. These are
created in the Macro Editor option of the server menu. (Menu > DTS Digital Cinema
> Macro Editor)

1. Within the Automation Cue tab click the + button to start a new macro. Replace
the default Test_Macro text with the label for one of the MI macros (for example,
MI Start).

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2. After the item has been created click OK return to the main Macro Editor screen.
Repeat this process for the other four required macros, MasterImage Stop,
MasterImage 2D, MasterImage 3D and MasterImage Up/Down Stop.

3. To insert an action for each newly created macro, select the macro in question
from the list within the Macro window and click the Insert a New Action button
which will become available.

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4. Highlight the Input/Output option and Send Message, and then click the Add
button. The following configuration window will appear:

5. In this window, choose the device MasterImage from the Device name
dropdown list and type in the Message label of MasterImage Start. Ensure the
Message type is Text and type Start\n in the Message box. After all fields have
been completed click the OK button.

6. Repeat this step for the remaining four macros entering the corresponding
message text:

MasterImage Stop Stop\n
MasterImage 2D PFD DOWN\n
MasterImage 3D PFD UP\n
MasterImage Up/Down Stop PFD Stop\n

Note: At the end of each command, add the text “\n” to complete the command.

7. Once all message text has been added, click the Save button from the main
Macro Editor screen.

8. Now when you return to the CineLister screen and click the Refresh button, the
macros will all display in the Automation Cues section (shown below) and can
be added to future playlists as required.

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In future versions of Doremi software updates, the MasterImage macros will be
included in a file named MasterImage_cueslib. This will remove the requirement for
the information to be entered manually as described in the above steps.

The MasterImage_cueslib file will be found in the Library section of the Macro
Editor and the macros will be seen within that file.

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11.1.2. Qube Server

To create automation macros for the MI-WAVE3D in the Qube server it is necessary
to edit two XML files within the server’s configuration.

The files in question are located in the path C:/Program Files/Qube Cinema/XP and
are named automationdevices.xml and automationcues.xml

Within the same path it is necessary to load a new file named MasterImage.xml

1. First create a link between the server and the MI-WAVE3D within the
automationdevices.xml file. Below you will see the structure of this file:

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?>
<Devices xmlns="http://schemas.qubecinema.com/Automation/Devices/2008-01-26">

<Device name="Device Name" class="Device Class" enable="true">
<Configuration>

<Key name="File" value="file name of the device"/>
<Key name="Address" value="address value"/>
<Key name="Port" value="port value"/>

</Configuration>

</Device>

</Devices>

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2. Complete the red fields with the details of the MasterImage MI-CLARITY3D
where:

“Device Name” is “MasterImage”
“Device Class” is “Qube.Automation.streamdevice.TCP”
“file name of the device” is “MasterImage.xml”
“addess value” is MI-WAVE3D Assigned IP Address
“port value” is “23”

It is recommended that Notepad++ or a similar program is used for xml file editing.

Note: The automationdevices.xml file is a shared file for all devices that the server

can control via automation cues thus it will contain information for devices
such as DLP Projector, Sound System and Lighting Control etc. For this
reason the file cannot be replaced and must be modified with the lines added
as above for the MI-WAVE3D.

Next it is necessary to create and load onto the server the MasterImage.xml file.
This file defines and names the commands and text that will be sent to the MI­WAVE3D.

3. Edit this file so that it contains the information below:

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?>
<StreamDevice name="MasterImage"

xmlns="http://schemas.qubecinema.com/Automation/StreamDevice/2008-01-26">

<Method name="Start">

<Instructions>

<Send>Start
;</Send>

</Instructions>

</Method>
<Method name="Stop">

<Instructions>

<Send>Stop
;</Send>

</Instructions>

</Method>
<Method name="3Dposition">

<Instructions>

<Send>PFD UP
;</Send>

</Instructions>

</Method>
<Method name="2Dposition">

<Instructions>

<Send>PFD Down
;</Send>

</Instructions>

</Method>

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<Method name="PFDStop">

<Instructions>

<Send>PFD Stop
;</Send>

</Instructions>

</Method>

</StreamDevice>

The symbols
are necessary at the end of each command to close the
command in the xml structure.

Finally the automationcues.xml file can be edited so that the MI-WAVE3D device is
associated with the command names that have been created. This allows the cues
to be seen in the Qube graphical interface.

Note: Again, this file is a shared file with other devices in the system so must be

edited and not replaced.

4. Edit this file so that it contains the information below:

<Cue name="Start 3D">

<Actions>

<InvokeMethod name="Start" device="MasterImage"/>

</Actions>
</Cue>
<Cue name="Stop 3D">

<Actions>

<InvokeMethod name="Stop" device="MasterImage"/>

</Actions>
</Cue>
<Cue name="3D Position">

<Actions>

<InvokeMethod name="3Dposition" device="MasterImage"/>

</Actions>
</Cue>
<Cue name="2D Position">

<Actions>

<InvokeMethod name="2Dposition" device="MasterImage"/>

</Actions>
</Cue>
<Cue name="Up/Down Stop">

<Actions>

<InvokeMethod name="PFDStop" device="MasterImage"/>

</Actions>
</Cue>

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Once this file has been edited and saved the graphical interface of the Qube server
will display the new cues that can be selected for future playlist creation.

11.1.3. GDC Server

The steps described below are specific to the GDC SX-2001 server. If information is
required for different models, please contact GDC directly.

1. In the SMS Main Menu click the Control Panel button and log on as
Maintenance Access.

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2. Once you have logged on, click the Automation button found on the General
tab.

The MI-WAVE3D must be added as a device within the GDC server configuration.

3. Select the Devices tab and click the Add button.

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The following screen will display:

4. Name the new device MasterImage, and ensure the Type selection is set to
NETWORKSOCKET, then click OK.

5. In the next screen, enter the configuration settings for the MI-WAVE3D IP
Address and Port Number.

6. In the Transport option select TCP and in the Linefeed Type select CR and
ensure the Status is set to Enabled.

7. Once all entries have been made click the Save button.

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Last, it is necessary to program the control macros in the server.

8. Click the Edit Control Cues button and the following screen will display.

9. Click the Add button to create a new event. In this case, name the event START.

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10. Click the Enter button and enter the command value for the event. Again in this
case, START.

11. Click the Enter button to save this change, then go back and make entries for the
remaining four macros that are required.

Event Name STOP Enter Value STOP
Event Name 2D POSITION Enter Value PFD DOWN
Event Name 3D POSITION Enter Value PFD UP
Event Name UP/DOWN STOP Enter Value PFD STOP

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12. Once all macros have been created, return to the Actions tab of the Automation
screen to create the events that are needed to communicate. This is done by
clicking the Add button.

13. For each event, choose the device that was defined in the first step,
MasterImage, and then select the required event action from the dropdown list,
for example: Start.

14. Follow the same steps to create the rest of the event actions for Stop, 3D
Position, 2D Position and Up/Down Stop.

15. Once all event actions have been created click the Save button followed by Yes.

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12. Appendix C – Installation Record

The form below is an example of the installation record form to be filled out once the MI­WAVE3D has been set up and configured.

For a copy of the form to be filled out, ‘contact your equipment provider or email a request to

[e-mail].

Once the form is completed, send it to [e-mail].

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13. Appendix D – Dimensional Drawings

Liquid Crystal Polarization Modulator (LCPM)

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Control Box

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Actuator

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Mounting Frame Assembly for Short Projector Lens

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Mounting Frame Assembly for Long Projector Lens

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Installation Example Using Mounting Frame Assembly for
Long Projector Lens

For additional information, go to www.masterimage3d.com.

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