NEC iS15-2K User Manual

iS15-2K

Super High Brightness Digital Cinema Projector
User Manual

104-597A

iS15-2K Cinema Projector: User Manual

iS15-2K Cinema Projector: User Manual Important Information

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 manual

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.

Notes

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• IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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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

• Because we continually strive to improve our products, we may change
specifications 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

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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 by your provider.

Notes

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.

Warranted lamp life is determined by the reading on the Lamp-hours
meter on the face of the Lamp module, - NOT the reading available via
the Information menus.

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 fire

Always allow the lamp to cool for 5 minutes before switching off the
power, moving the projector or changing the lamp. If, as a result of an
extreme mains supply variation, the projector goes into Standby mode
during normal operation, allow the lamp to cool for at least 15 minutes
before moving the projector. Alternatively, switch the projector ON to
restart the cooling fan, then switch into Standby mode and wait for 5
minutes.

The projector must be switched OFF before removing the air filter,
otherwise dust could be sucked into the projector by the ventilation fan.

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.

A ferrite-core clamp must be fitted to each SDI cable used, to ensure
protection from radio frequency interference.

The projector must be installed only by suitably qualified 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.

If the projector must be mounted close to people or heat sensitive
equipment, then external ducting will be required to remove the hot
exhaust air safely.

For more information about external ducting, see Fitting the lamp duct box,
in section 6. Installation.

Notes

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

Before installation, make sure that the surface that is to support the
projector is capable of supporting the combined weight of the projector
and lens (see specification for exact weights).

Do not place heavy objects on top of the projector chassis. The
projector chasis is NOT capable of withstanding the weight of another
projector.

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.

Each time a new lens is fitted to the projector, or the zoom drive lever is
operated, the calibration procedure MUST be carried out. See Using the
Menus in Section 4. Controlling the projector.

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.

Installation of the lamp duct box should be carried out ONLY by
certified service personnel.

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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Operation and configuration precautions

The lamp should be changed ONLY by certified service personnel.

Do NOT open the lamp compartment door whilst a film is being shown ­safety interlocks on the door will shut down the projector without
warning.

Do not make changes to the networking configuration 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 certified service personnel.

WARNING TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS

Handling the cables supplied with this product will expose you to lead,
a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or

other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Notes

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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

FCC

The Federal Communications Commission does not allow any modifications or
changes to the unit EXCEPT those specified 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 nterference.

Notes

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iS15-2K Cinema Projector: User Manual

CONTENTS

1. Introduction 1.1

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 filter ............................................................................................................. 1.4

Connection panels – input and control ............................................................................................... 1.5

2. Installation 2.1

Fitting the image to the screen ......................................................................................2.2

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

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

Using the anamorphic lens ............................................................................................2.5

Choosing the projection lens ........................................................................................2.6

Method one: using the lens charts ...................................................................................................... 2.6

Lens charts ............................................................................................................................................ 2.7

Method two: Choosing a lens by calculation ................................................................................... 2.15

Useful lens formulae and constants.................................................................................................. 2.16

Fitting the projection lens ............................................................................................2.17

Calibrating the lens ............................................................................................................................. 2.17

Shifting the image .........................................................................................................2.18

Fitting the anamorphic lens .........................................................................................2.19

Adjusting the anamorphic lens .......................................................................................................... 2.20

Positioning the screen and projector..........................................................................2.21

Mounting the projector ................................................................................................. 2.22

Levelling............................................................................................................................................... 2.22

Fitting the lamp duct box .............................................................................................2.23

Connecting the projector ............................................................................................. 2.24

Typical connections ............................................................................................................................ 2.24

Cinema Inputs (SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI)................................................................................................ 2.26

DVI-D Inputs......................................................................................................................................... 2.27

Control connections ........................................................................................................................... 2.28

Power connections ............................................................................................................................. 2.30

3. Getting started 3.1

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

Selecting a title ...............................................................................................................3.3

Displaying a test pattern ................................................................................................3.4

Adjusting the projected image ......................................................................................3.5

To adjust the position of the image on the screen: ............................................................................ 3.5

To adjust the size of the image on the screen: ................................................................................... 3.5

To adjust the focus of the image on the screen: ................................................................................ 3.5

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

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4. Controlling the projector 1.1

Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 1.2

Using the control panel ........................................................................................................................ 1.2

Using the remote control ...................................................................................................................... 1.3

Using the menus ................................................................................................................................... 1.4

Menu trees ....................................................................................................................... 1.8

Source Select menus ............................................................................................................................ 1.9

Configuration menus .......................................................................................................................... 1.10

Information menus .............................................................................................................................. 1.14

5. Maintenance 5.1

Changing the air filter material ......................................................................................5.2

Changing the lamp.......................................................................................................... 5.4

Lamp-hours meter................................................................................................................................. 5.4

Cleaning the projector and lens .................................................................................... 5.5

6. Appendix 6.1

Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................. 6.2

Specifications..................................................................................................................6.4

Part numbers ......................................................................................................................................... 6.4

Optical .................................................................................................................................................... 6.5

Physical ................................................................................................................................................. 6.5

Electrical ................................................................................................................................................ 6.5

Control Inputs........................................................................................................................................ 6.5

Cinema Inputs ....................................................................................................................................... 6.6

DVI-D Inputs........................................................................................................................................... 6.8

Projection lens data .............................................................................................................................. 6.9

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

Cinema Input (SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI) connection ............................................................................. 6.10

DVI-D Input connection .......................................................................................................................6.11

LAN connection................................................................................................................................... 6.12

Serial control input ............................................................................................................................. 6.13

Remote Control 2 ................................................................................................................................ 6.14

General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) ............................................................................................... 6.15

Dimensions ................................................................................................................... 6.16

without anamorphic lens .................................................................................................................... 6.16

Dimensions ................................................................................................................... 6.17

with anamorphic lens fitted ................................................................................................................ 6.17

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1. Introduction

Contents

1. Introduction 1.1

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 filter ....................................................................................................................... 1.4

Connection panels – input and control ......................................................................................................... 1.5

1. Introduction iS15-2K Cinema Projector: User Manual

What’s in the box?

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

• You should save the original box and packing materials, in case you ever need to
ship your Projector.

Projector
(USA: 102-566 or 01164028)
(Rest of World: 102-859 or 01164029)

Notes

Lenses are optional. Order
lenses from your provider.

For more detailed information
about lenses, see Using the

anamorphic lens and
Choosing the projection lens,
in Section 2. Installation, and
Specification, Lens data in

6. Appendix.

Power cable ­USA
(LA00098)

Memory card
(7N960191)

PC adaptor card
(79646181)

Power cable -

or

Rest of World
(LA00097)

2 x DVI-D
cable (2 m)
(LA00205 or

73893286)

dummy
PC adaptor card
(24FT8871)

Remote control cable
(2m: 7N520019 and
16m: 73499217)

Remote control
(7N900122)

User manual
(104-597)

Important Information
(104-598)

2 x Ferrite-core clamps
(61605095)

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Key features of the projector

Congratulations on your purchase of an integrated Series iS15-2K Digital
Cinema Projector.

This world leading Digital Cinema projector is a third generation development based
upon Texas Instruments' 3-chip DLP
resolution images, and exceptional contrast with extended colour performance; to
meet the very demanding standards of the film community. This large screen movie
theatre projector delivers the finest digital images with unprecedented clarity and
precision.

The integrated Series iS15-2K harnesses the power of Texas instruments' new
2048x1080 pixel HPO DMD's
unknown in movie theatres. With the security of de-encryption to decode digital
movie material, protection is ensured right up to the point it turns into light. A Sub­title engine enables sharp text scaled according to projected image size.

Key Features

• High resolution, large screen projector

• For screens up to 50ft wide (15m)

• Optical performance to meet or exceed the TI DLP Cinema guidelines

• True 2K (2048x1080) resolution

• Film-like colour gamut matching

TM

technology; producing incredibly bright, high

TM

, delivering a greyscale and contrast previously

Notes

• 110kg, 4kW single phase

• Compact size, light weight

• Intelligent Lens Mount for precision pixel accurate pre-sets

• LAN and RS232 connection for network operation

• SMPTE 292 serial Digital Input

• DVI-D - Single and Twin for alternative inputs for corporate or live events

• LCD display for local setup and system status

• Shutter

• Electronic non-linear cropping

• Electronic linear resizing

For inputs other than Cinema,
including analog or digital,
composite or component, RGB
and S-video, and for DVI
sources needing features such
as scaling, soft-edge blend,
cross-fade, and user definable
geometric warp:

use in conjunction with the
MMS 1000 multi-media
switcher.

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Getting to know the projector

Chassis – lamp, lens and filter

Air outlets

Lamp
compartment

Air inlet
(underneath)

Lens

Air filter

Carrying
handle

Notes

For information about the LCD
lamp-hours meter, and how to
change the lamp or the filter,
see section 5. Maintenance.

For more detailed information
about lenses, see

section 2. Installation and
section 6. Specification.

Adjustable
feet

Lamp-hours meter

Do NOT open the lamp
compartment door whilst a

film is being shown - safety
interlocks on the door will
shut down the projector
without warning.

Warranted lamp life is
determined by the reading on

the Lamp-hours meter on the
face of the Lamp module,
shown here - NOT the reading
available via the Information
menus.

Lamp module

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Connection panels – input and control

Control panel

LCD screen

Power
switch

Power
connection

Notes

For information about how to
use the control panel, see
section 4. Controlling the
projector.

For information about how to
connect the projector, see
Connecting the projector in
section 2. Installation, and

Connections in section

6. Appendix.

PC adaptor
card slot

Control
connections

Input
connections

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2. Installation

Contents

2. Installation 2.1

Fitting the image to the screen .............................................................................................. 2.2

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

Without anamorphic lens .............................................................................................................................. 2.2

With anamorphic lens ................................................................................................................................... 2.2

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

Diagonal screen sizes .................................................................................................................................. 2.4

Using the anamorphic lens .................................................................................................... 2.5

Projecting 2.35:1 format images .................................................................................................................. 2.5

Choosing the projection lens .................................................................................................2.6

Method one: using the lens charts ................................................................................................................ 2.6

Lens charts ...................................................................................................................................................... 2.7

Native resolution 2048x1080, no anamorphic lens ...................................................................................... 2.7

2.35:1 full width image with anamorphic lens ............................................................................................... 2.8

2.35:1 full width image, no anamorphic lens ................................................................................................ 2.9

1.85:1 full height image, no anamorphic lens ............................................................................................. 2.10

16:9 full height image, no anamorphic lens ................................................................................................. 2.11

1.66:1 full height image, no anamorphic lens ............................................................................................. 2.12

4:3 full height image, no anamorphic lens .................................................................................................. 2.13

5:4 full height image, no anamorphic lens .................................................................................................. 2.14

Method two: Choosing a lens by calculation .............................................................................................. 2.15

Useful lens formulae and constants ............................................................................................................ 2.16

Fitting the projection lens ....................................................................................................2.17

Calibrating the lens ....................................................................................................................................... 2.17

Shifting the image .................................................................................................................2.18

Fitting the anamorphic lens ................................................................................................. 2.19

Adjusting the anamorphic lens .................................................................................................................... 2.20

Positioning the screen and projector ..................................................................................2.21

Mounting the projector .........................................................................................................2.22

Levelling ......................................................................................................................................................... 2.22

Fitting the lamp duct box ......................................................................................................2.23

Connecting the projector ......................................................................................................2.24

Typical connections ...................................................................................................................................... 2.24

Cinema Inputs (SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI).......................................................................................................... 2.26

Fitting a ferrite-core clamp ......................................................................................................................... 2.26

DVI-D Inputs ................................................................................................................................................... 2.27

EDID handshaking ..................................................................................................................................... 2.27

Control connections ..................................................................................................................................... 2.28

LAN 1 and LAN 2 ....................................................................................................................................... 2.28

Interlocks .................................................................................................................................................... 2.28

USB ............................................................................................................................................................ 2.29

Remote Control 1 ....................................................................................................................................... 2.29

Remote Control 2 ....................................................................................................................................... 2.29

PC Control.................................................................................................................................................. 2.29

PC Control T .............................................................................................................................................. 2.29

General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) ....................................................................................................... 2.29

PC adaptor card slot .................................................................................................................................. 2.29

Power connections ....................................................................................................................................... 2.30

USA power input ........................................................................................................................................ 2.30

Rest of World power input .......................................................................................................................... 2.30

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Fitting the image to the screen

Fitting the image to the DMD

Without anamorphic lens

The projector can be configured by your installer to display a number of standard
image formats using the full height of the DMD. This means that the projected
screen height can be constant for all image formats, which is preferable for theatres
that employ only side-masking.

The exception to this is the 2.35:1 format, which can use the full width, but not the
full height of the DMD. Therefore any other image formats would have to be zoomed
down to maintain the same height.

With anamorphic lens

The projector can be configured by your installer to correctly display images that
have been compressed horizontally (or stretched vertically) by an anamorphic lens
when filmed. When the anamorphic lens is deployed, the image will be restored to
its correct aspect ratio.

In this configuration, the 2.35:1 format can use the full height of the DMD, and no
zooming will be necessary between this and other image formats.

Notes

For more information on how to
connect the projector, see
Connecting the projector,
later in this section, and
Connections, in 6. Appendix

examples of DMD

usage when configured

for display

without

anamorphic lens

2.35:1

2048 x 871

pixels

1.85:1

1998 x1080

pixels

16:9

1920 x 1080

pixels

1.66:1

1793 x 1080

pixels

DMD usage when

configured for

2.35:1 display

with

anamorphic lens

2.35:1

2030 x 1080

pixels

The resolution of the DMD fitted
to the projector is 2048 x 1080
pixels.

For more information on how
the use of the anamorphic lens
will affect your choice of
projection lens, see Choosing
the lens combination, later in
this section.

5:4

1350 x 1080

pixels

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Fitting the projected image to the screen

It is important that your screen is of sufficient 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 insufficient height or width,
you will have to reduce the overall image size in order to display the full image on
your screen.

10

9

8

7

6

5

Screen height

4

Aspect ratio

1.85:1

1.66:1

16:9

5:4

4:3

Notes

3

2

1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

2.35:1 aspect ratio

W = H x 2.35 H = W x 0.43

2048x1080, native resolution

W = H x 1.9 H = W x 0.53

1.85:1 aspect ratio

W = H x 1.85 H = W x 0.54

16:9 aspect ratio

W = H x 1.77 H = W x 0.56

1.66:1 aspect ratio

W = H x 1.66 H = W x 0.6

4:3 aspect ratio

W = H x 1.33 H = W x 0.75

2048x1080

2.35:1

Screen width

5:4 aspect ratio

W = H x 1.25 H = W x 0.8

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Diagonal screen sizes

Screen sizes are sometimes specified by their diagonal size in inches (D). 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 in inches or metres, at various aspect ratios.

2.35:1 aspect ratio

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

2048x1080, native resolution

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

1.85:1 aspect ratio

W = D x 0.88 in = D x .022 m H = D x 0.48 in = D x .012 m

16:9 aspect ratio

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

1.66:1 aspect ratio

W = D x 0.86 in = D x .022 m H = D x 0.52 in = D x .013 m

4:3 aspect ratio

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

5:4 aspect ratio

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

Notes

H = height

W = width

D = diagonal (in)

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Using the anamorphic lens

The projector can be configured by your installer to correctly display images that
have been compressed horizontally (or stretched vertically) by an anamorphic lens
when filmed.

This can be achieved with or without the use of the anamorphic lens.

As can be seen in the examples in Fitting the image to the DMD, earlier in this
section:

When using the anamorphic lens, all images (including 2.35:1) can be displayed
using the full height of the DMD. Therefore the projection lens would not have to be
zoomed to display 2.35:1 images.

Projecting 2.35:1 format images

We recommend the use of the anamorphic lens only when the mix of images to be
displayed includes 2.35:1 format. This will enable all images to be displayed at the
same screen height without needing to zoom the projection lens.

Example

2.35:1

anamorphic

2030 x 1080

pixels

16:9

anamorphic

1536 x 1080

pixels

Notes

For more information about how
the use of the anamorphic lens
will affect the way the image is
processed, see Fitting the
image to the DMD, earlier in
this section.

For more information about how
to fit and adjust the anamorphic
lens, see Fitting the
anamorphic lens, later in this
section.

If the anamorphic lens is not available:

Where the mix of images to be displayed includes 2.35:1 format, then all other
images will need to be zoomed to 80.6% (871/1080) in order to maintain the same
screen height. As this is only just within the range of the available zoom lenses,
some compromise will be necessary to pick a suitable screen size (see the
Lens Chart for 2.35:1 images, later in this section).

2.35:1

2048 x 871

pixels

Example

Alternatively, the projector could be configured to reduce all other images to a height
of 871 pixels.

16:9

1920 x 1080

pixels

16:9

zoomed to

80.6%

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Choosing the projection 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 the mix of images to be displayed includes images of varying aspect ratio, then
you should base your choice of lens on the widest image that is to be projected.

Method one: using the lens charts

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

full width images, including:

native resolution 2048 x 1080 pixels

2.35:1 full width 2048 x 871 pixels

If the image does not fill 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.

A Throw Ratio Factor (TRF) has been applied to the following charts:

1.85:1 full height 1998 x 1080 pixels

16:9 full height 1920 x 1080 pixels

1.66:1 full height 1793 x 1080 pixels

4:3 full height 1440 x 1080 pixels

5:4 full height 1350 x 1080 pixels

Notes

For more information about how
to fit and adjust the projection
lens, see Fitting the projection
lens, later in this section.

For more information about how
to determine the image size in
pixels, see Fitting the image to
the DMD, earlier in this section.

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

This projector does not perform
any image processing on
signals connected to the DVI-D
inputs - an external image
processor such as the MMS
1000 is recommended for this
purpose.

Method two: by calculation

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

If the anamorphic lens is being
used, then the images will be
projected with a 1.25x increase
in width. This can be corrected
by scaling the signal using an
external image processor.

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Lens charts

Native resolution 2048x1080, no anamorphic lens

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

example

• For a screen width of 15m at a distance of 25m, the 1.45 - 1.8: 1 lens would be
best suited.

• For the same screen size at a distance of 32m, the 1.8 - 2.4: 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.

feet

metres

52 16 98 30

43 13 82 25

feet

metres

TRF (see page 15) = 1

Notes

If the mix of images to be
displayed includes images of
varying aspect ratio, then you
should base your choice of lens
on the widest image that is to
be projected.

The lenses available and their
part numbers are listed below:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

35 10 66 20

26 8 49 15

Screen height

17 5 33 10

83 165

Screen width

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

(note: these two lenses overlap)

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 metres
33 49 66 82 98 115 131 148 feet

Throw distance

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Lens charts, continued

2.35:1 full width image with anamorphic lens

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.

feet

metres

52 16 98 30

43 13 82 25

35 10 66 20

feet

metres

TRF (see page 15) = 1

Notes

If the mix of images to be
displayed includes images of
varying aspect ratio, then you
should base your choice of lens
on the widest image that is to
be projected.

The lenses available and their
part numbers are listed below:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

(note: these two lenses overlap)

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

26 8 49 15

Screen height

17 5 33 10

83 165

Screen width

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 metres
33 49 66 82 98 115 131 148 feet

Throw distance

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Lens charts, continued

2.35:1 full width image, no anamorphic lens

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.

feet

metres

42 13 98 30

35 11 82 25

28 9 66 20

feet

metres

TRF (see page 15) = 1

Notes

If the mix of images to be
displayed includes images of
varying aspect ratio, then you
should base your choice of lens
on the widest image that is to
be projected.

The lenses available and their
part numbers are listed below:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

(note: these two lenses overlap)

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

21 6 49 15

Screen height

14 4 33 10

72 165

Screen width

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 metres
33 49 66 82 98 115 131 148 feet

Throw distance

2.35:1 full width image without anamorphic lens

Where the mix of images to be displayed includes 2.35:1 format, and there is no
anamorphic lens, then:

• all other images will need to be zoomed to 80.6% (871/1080) in order to
maintain the same screen height.

As this is only just within the range of the available zoom lenses, some compromise
will be necessary to pick a suitable screen size.

example

• at a distance of 40m, the 1.45 - 1.8 lens will zoom only from 27.5m to 22m
screen width

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

• at a distance of 24m, the 3.0 - 4.3 lens will zoom only from 8.0m to 5.5m screen
width

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Lens charts, continued

1.85:1 full height image, no anamorphic lens

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

if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations on page 5:

feet

metres

53 16 98 30

44 13 82 25

36 11 66 20

feet

metres

TRF (see page 15) = 1.025

Notes

For an example of how to use
the lens charts, see the first
chart.

The lenses available and their
part numbers are listed below:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

(note: these two lenses overlap)

26 8 49 15

Screen height

18 5 33 10

93 165

Screen width

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 metres
33 49 66 82 98 115 131 148 feet

Throw distance

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Lens charts, continued

16:9 full height image, no anamorphic lens

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

if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations on page 5:

feet

metres

55 17 98 30

46 14 82 25

37 11 66 20

feet

metres

TRF (see page 15) = 1.1.07

Notes

For an example of how to use
the lens charts, see the first
chart.

The lenses available and their
part numbers are listed below:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

(note: these two lenses overlap)

27 8 49 15

Screen height

18 6 33 10

93 165

Screen width

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 metres
33 49 66 82 98 115 131 148 feet

Throw distance

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Lens charts, continued

1.66:1 full height image, no anamorphic lens

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

if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations on page 5:

feet

metres

59 18 98 30

49 15 82 25

40 12 66 20

feet

metres

TRF (see page 15) = 1.14

Notes

For an example of how to use
the lens charts, see the first
chart.

The lenses available and their
part numbers are listed below:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

(note: these two lenses overlap)

29 9 49 15

Screen height

20 6 33 10

10 3 16 5

Screen width

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 metres
33 49 66 82 98 115 131 148 feet

Throw distance

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Lens charts, continued

4:3 full height image, no anamorphic lens

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

if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations on page 5:

feet

metres

73 22 98 30

61 19 82 25

50 15 66 20

feet

metres

TRF (see page 15) = 1.42

Notes

For an example of how to use
the lens charts, see the first
chart.

The lenses available and their
part numbers are listed below:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

37 11 49 15

Screen height

25 8 33 10

12 4 16 5

Screen width

(note: these two lenses overlap)

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 metres
33 49 66 82 98 115 131 148 feet

Throw distance

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Lens charts, continued

5:4 full height image, no anamorphic lens

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

if you need to be more precise, then use the calculations on page 5:

feet

metres

78 24 98 30

66 20 82 25

53 16 66 20

feet

metres

TRF (see page 15) = 1.52

Notes

For an example of how to use
the lens charts, see the first
chart.

The lenses available and their
part numbers are listed below:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

39 12 49 15

Screen height

26 8 33 10

13 4 16 5

Screen width

(note: these two lenses overlap)

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 metres
33 49 66 82 98 115 131 148 feet

Throw distance

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Method two: Choosing a lens by calculation

For any screen size not covered by the lens charts, or if you need to be more
precise, then use the calculations below.

• Identify actual width of the image in pixels.

• Calculate the Throw Ratio Factor: TRF =

• Identify the screen width required.

• Identify the throw distance required.

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 figures
can be checked using the more accurate figures given on the next page.

• Calculate the throw ratio required. Throw ratio =

• Choose a lens with the required throw ratio from the list to the right.

example

• A 1.66:1 full height image, 1793 x 1080 pixels, screen width 11m, throw distance
26m from the outer end of the lens.

• Throw Ratio Factor (TRF) =

• Throw ratio required =

2048 = 1.142
1793

26 = 2.07
11 x 1.142

DMD width (2048)
Image width in pixels

Throw distance
Screen width x TRF

Notes

The Throw ratio for a particular
lens is fixed, but assumes that
the image fills the width of the
DMD.

For images that do not fill 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:

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934

(note: these two lenses overlap)

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935

• Choose the 1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936

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Useful lens formulae and constants

The following lens calculations may be useful:

Throw ratio =

Throw ratio factor (TRF) =

Therefore:

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

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:

Throw distance
Screen width

DMD width in pixels = 2048
image width in pixels image width in pixels

Throw ratio x TRF

Notes

lens extension

1.45 - 1.8: 1 zoom lens 102-933 109mm (4.3in)

1.8 - 2.4: 1 zoom lens 102-934 97mm (3.8in)

2.2 - 3.0: 1 zoom lens 102-935 53mm (2.1in)

3.0 - 4.3: 1 zoom lens 102-936 98mm (3.9in)

lens extension,

measured from front

of corner post

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

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Fitting the projection lens

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

• Turn the zoom drive lever 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 lever clockwise to engage the drive.

Lens
release
lever

Notes

Each time a new lens is fitted
to the projector, or the zoom

drive lever is operated, the
calibration procedure MUST
be carried out. See Using the
Menus in Section

4. Controlling the projector.

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.

Zoom drive
lever

Calibrating the lens

• Each time a new lens is fitted to the projector, or the zoom drive lever is
operated, the calibration procedure MUST be carried out.

• For more information about how to do this, see the example in Using the Menus
in Section 4. Controlling the projector.

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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 specified 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 dependent on which lens is used.
The tables below show the maximum range for images that fill 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.

vertical horizontal vertical horizontal
(pixels) (pixels) (vs DMD height) (vs DMD width)

Notes

For more information on
adjusting the projection lens,
see Displaying a test pattern
and Adjusting the projected

image in section 3. Getting
started.

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

± 282 ± 172 ± 0.26H ± 0.085W

It is physically possible to shift the lens further than this, up to the number of pixels
shown in the diagram to the right. However:

• There will be some distortion of the image beyond the ranges specified above.

• Due to internal hardware layout, the shift towards the upper-right is limited as
shown in the diagram.

• Due to continuing product development, these figures may vary by ±25 pixels.

combined shift without distortion

is reduced

520

(0.48H)

384

(0.19W)

560

(0.52H)

135

449

640

(0.31W)

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total lens mount shift available

in pixels and vs DMD size

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Fitting the anamorphic lens

The anamorphic lens mount may be supplied as a partially disassembled kit . If
necessary, follow these instructions to assemble:

• Attach the two support arms to the front corner posts of the projector, ensuring
that the slide poles are parallel to each other.

• Loosen the two slide clamps and slide the lens carriage onto the slide poles.

• Attach the cross brace to the ends of the support poles.

• Connect the flying lead into the socket below and to the right of the lens.

Lens clamp

Lens holder

Support arm

Notes

Be careful not to scratch the
lens surfaces. If you do
accidentally touch a lens, then
clean the surface using a lens
paper.

The projection lens should be
fitted and adjusted before fitting
the anamorphic lens into the
lens holder.

For more information on
adjusting the projection lens,
see Displaying a test pattern
and Adjusting the projected

image in section 3. Getting
started.

Slide pole

Cross brace

If the projection lens has not already been fitted, fit it now, and adjust the position
and focus. This will ensure that the lens is in the right position, so that the position of
the anamorphic lens can be adjusted correctly.

• Loosen the lens clamp, position the anamorphic lens in the lens holder, and
tighten the clamp screws.

• Loosen the slide clamp and slide the carriage in until the anamorphic lens is
approximately 2-5mm from projection lens. Tighten the slide clamp screws.

• Re-check the projection lens clearance after adjusting the alignment (overleaf).

Lens
carriage

Slide clamp

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Adjusting the anamorphic lens

Before use, the anamorphic lens needs to be adjusted so that:

• it is parallel to the projection lens in both horizontal and vertical planes,

• the centres of the two lenses are in line, and

• the anamorphic image expansion is horizontal.

Vertical plane

• Adjust the two screws, ensuring that after adjustment, both screws are in contact
with the vertical support.

Horizontal plane

• Loosen the locking screws, and rotate the two bearings, ensuring that after
adjustment, both bearings are in contact with the horizontal support.

Vertical position

• Adjust the two screws, ensuring that after adjustment, both screws are in contact
with the lens holder.

Horizontal position

Two microswitches are located at each end of the lens carriage, on the side nearest
the projector. The central bracket determines the horizontal position of the lens
when the lens is moved into position.

Notes

Re-check the projection lens
clearance (see previous page)
after making these adjustments.

• Adjust the position of the central microswitch bracket.

Lens rotation

• Loosen the lens clamp and rotate the lens within the lens holder.

Horizontal
support

Vertical
support

Vertical
plane
adjustment

Horizontal
plane
adjustment

Vertical
position
adjustment
screws

Lens
holder

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Positioning the screen and projector

For optimum viewing, the screen should be a flat surface perpendicular to the floor.
The bottom of the screen should be 1.2m (4 feet) above the floor 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.

The image can be flipped for rear projection (see section 4. Using the menus,
Menu trees) and displayed without the need for extra mirrors or equipment.
However, you must ensure that there is sufficient distance behind the screen for the
projector to be correctly located.

Rear installation is generally more complicated and advice should be sought from
your provider before attempting it.

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.

If the projector must be
mounted close to people or
heat sensitive equipment,
then external ducting will be
required to remove the hot
exhaust air safely.

For more information about
external ducting, see Fitting
the lamp duct box, later in this
section.

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Mounting the projector

The four adjustable feet under the chassis allow the projector to be lowered onto a
flat surface without any danger of hands being trapped between the carrying handle
and the surface.

Levelling

Once in position, adjustment of projector level should be made by turning the four
feet under the chassis

Adjustable
foot

Notes

BEFORE INSTALLING THE
PROJECTOR, READ ALL THE

WARNINGS BELOW AND ALL
THOSE IN IMPORTANT
INFORMATION AT THE
FRONT OF THIS MANUAL.

The projector weighs over
100kg (200lbs). Use safe

handling techniques when
lifting the projector.

Make sure that the surface
that is to support the

projector is capable of
supporting the combined
weight of the projector and
lens (see specification for
weights).

Do not place heavy objects
on top of the projector

chassis. The projector chasis
is NOT capable of
withstanding the weight of
another projector.

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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Fitting the lamp duct box

If the lamp duct box is to be used to duct the hot exhaust air from the lamp, this
should be fitted using the four screw holes in the lamp compartment door.

Standard 200mm ducting can be used to connect the box to the projection room air
extraction system.

Duct box
fixing holes

Notes

If the projector must be
mounted close to people or

heat sensitive equipment,
then external ducting will be
required to remove the hot
exhaust air safely.

Installation of the lamp duct
box should be carried out

ONLY by certified service
personnel.

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Connecting the projector

Typical connections

HD-SDI source

DVI-D source

LAN 1 or 2

USB B

SDI A or B

DVI A or B

PC Control (RS232)

Remote Control

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Signal inputs

DVI-D inputs
A and
B

Cinema inputs
SDI A and
SDI B

Control inputs

I/L and
EXT I/L

General
purpose I/O

PC control-T

USB A

USB B

Remote
control 1

Notes

For more information about
input connections see the
following pages, and also

Connections, in section 6.
Appendix.

For more information about
supported input formats see

Specification, in section 6.
Appendix.

For more information about
control input connections see
the following pages, and also

Connections, in section 6.
Appendix.

LAN 1 and
LAN 2

page 2.25

PC control

PC adaptor
card slot

Remote
control 2

For more information about
controlling the projector from a
computer, see your provider.

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Cinema Inputs (SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI)

For cinema use, this will be the main input port for the projector. The two inputs can
be configured as follows:

• one dual SMPTE 292 port

• two separate, individually selectable single SMPTE 292 ports.

The following source formats will be recognised and decoded by the projector
electronics:

• SMPTE 274M

• SMPTE RP211

• SMPTE 295M

• SMPTE 260M

• SMPTE 296M

HDSDI is a 1.4Gb link, therefore the following or similar cable specification should
be used to ensure fault free communication between source and projector.

• Belden 8281 or equivalent with 75ohm BNC

Notes

For more information about
input connectors see

Connections, in section 6.
Appendix.

For more information about
supported input formats see

Specification, in section 6.
Appendix.

Cinema inputs
SDI A and
SDI B

Fitting a ferrite-core clamp

Fit a ferrite-core clamp to each SDI cable used.

• Prise open the catches to open the clamp.

• Position the clamp close to the projector end of the SDI cable, and close it firmly
around the cable, so that the catches snap shut.

• Fasten a cable tie close to the clamp, to ensure that the clamp stays in place.

A ferrite-core clamp must be
fitted to each SDI cable used,

to ensure protection from
radio frequency interference.

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DVI-D Inputs

The projector can also accept signals from a variety of alternative sources, via the
two DVI-D inputs. An external image 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 projection booth.

The two inputs can be configured for use as:

• two separate, individually selectable Single DVI-D inputs

• one Twin link DVI-D input

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.

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 configure 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 2048 x 1080 or the nearest suitable setting.

Notes

For more information about
input connectors see

Connections, in section 6.
Appendix.

For more information about
supported input formats see

Specification, 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.

The resolution of the DMD fitted
to the projector is 2048 x 1080
pixels.

DVI-D inputs
A and
B

This projector does not perform
any image processing on
signals connected to the DVI-D
inputs - an external image
processor such as the MMS
1000 is recommended for this
purpose.

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

→

Output Resolution → 2k x 1k

(2048 x 1080)

→

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Control connections

LAN 1 and LAN 2

The projector can be controlled from a computer via a LAN connection, using a
standard ethernet cable (not supplied).

Interlocks

I/L is a pair of relay contacts, which are normally closed, but are open under the
following conditions:

• lamp door open

• insufficient air flow

• over-temperature

• other internal fault (see LCD screen for error message)

The I/L contacts can be used for remote monitoring of the projector status (active/
inactive).

The two I/L indicators above the connector block show:

• projector active (green)

- all interlocks closed

• projector inactive (amber)

- an internal interlock is open. Lamp off and projector in standby

Notes

For more information about
control input connections see

Connections, in section 6.
Appendix.

For more information about
controlling the projector from a
computer, see your provider.

EXT I/L can be connected to the output contacts of a theatre safety system. If the
projector is not connected to a theatre safey system, EXT I/L must be shorted by a
wire link, otherwise the projector will go into the inactive state.

The EXT I/L indicator above the connector block shows:

• interlock fail (red)

- an external interlock is open. Lamp off and projector in standby

I/L and
EXT I/L

LAN 1 and
LAN 2

USB A

USB B

Remote
control 1

PC control

PC adaptor
card slot

Remote
control 2

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USB

USB Type A is reserved for future expansion.

USB type B can be used to connect to a computer, using a standard USB cable.

Remote Control 1

Connect the Remote Control (supplied) to this socket.

Remote Control 2

An external switching unit (not supplied) can be connected to this socket.

PC Control

The projector can be controlled from a computer via a serial connection, using a
standard RS232 cable (not supplied).

PC Control T

Service or Installation personnel can use this serial connection, to perform
advanced setup functions.

General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO)

For future expansion.

Notes

For more information about
control input connections see

Connections, in section 6.
Appendix.

For more information about
controlling the projector from a
computer, see your provider.

PC adaptor card slot

A PC adaptor card can be inserted here including:

• memory card, for firmware updates (supplied)

• wireless network adaptor card, to control the projector from a computer.

General
purpose I/O

PC control-T
(out of view)

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Power connections

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.

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.

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

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3. Getting started

Contents

3. Getting started 3.1

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

Selecting a title ........................................................................................................................3.3

Displaying a test pattern .........................................................................................................3.4

Adjusting the projected image ...............................................................................................3.5

To adjust the position of the image on the screen: ...................................................................................... 3.5

To adjust the size of the image on the screen: ............................................................................................. 3.5

To adjust the focus of the image on the screen: .......................................................................................... 3.5

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.

Main power
switch

• The projector will initially be in Standby mode. The ON/STANDBY indicator on
the control panel will show orange, and the LCD screen will show Standby:

Notes

For more information about
connecting the power cable,
see Power Connections, in
Section 2. Installation.

• To switch the projector ON from Standby mode, press the POWER button on
the control panel or the POWER ON button on the remote control for two
seconds.

• After about 30 seconds, the ON/STANDBY indicator on the control panel will
change to green, and the display will show the lamp settings as follows:

For more detailed information
about how to use the control
panel and the remote control,
see the next section:
Controlling the projector.

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Selecting a title

• Press the MENU button on the control panel or on the remote control.

• Press the SELECT or SELECT buttons until Source Select is displayed, as
shown below:

• Press the SELECT

• Press the SELECT or SELECT buttons until the LCD screen shows the
name of the title you want to project:

button, to see the first available title.

Notes

For more detailed information
about how to use the control
panel and the remote control,
see the next section:
Controlling the projector.

• Press the SELECT
shows that this is the currently selected title:

button or the ENTER button to select the title. The ‘*’ mark

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Displaying a test pattern

EITHER

• Use the Source Select menu as described on the previous page:

• Press the SELECT
shown below:

• Press the SELECT

menu.

OR

• Press the TEST button on the remote Control.

or SELECT buttons until Test Pattern is displayed, as

button or the ENTER button to select the Test Pattern

Notes

For more detailed information
about how to use the control
panel and the remote control,
see the next section:
Controlling the projector.

THEN

• Press the SELECT
name of the Test Pattern you want to use:

• Press the SELECT

or SELECT buttons until the LCD screen shows the

button or the ENTER button to select the test pattern.

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Adjusting the projected image

To adjust the position of the image on the screen:

• EITHER

on the control panel, press the LENS SHIFT or buttons,

OR

Notes

For more detailed information
about all the touch screen
menus, see the next section:
Using the menus.

on the remote control, press CTL and
then press the

and buttons.

POSI LENS together, release,

To adjust the size of the image on the screen:

• EITHER

on the control panel, press the ZOOM + or ZOOM – buttons,

OR

on the remote control, press CTL with the ZOOM + or ZOOM – buttons.

To adjust the focus of the image on the screen:

• EITHER

on the control panel, press the FOCUS + or FOCUS– buttons,

OR

on the remote control, press CTL with the FOCUS + or FOCUS – buttons.

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Switching the power off

• To switch the projector back into Standby mode, press the POWER button on
the control panel or the POWER OFF button on the remote control for two
seconds.

• The ON/STANDBY indicator on the control panel will change to orange, and
flash on and off.

The display will show the Cooldown timer, which will count down from
300 seconds to zero.

Notes

Always allow the lamp to cool
for 5 minutes before:

Switching off the power

Moving the projector

Changing the lamp

At the end of the cooling period, the projector will go into Standby mode.

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

• Disconnect the power cable.

Main power
switch

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Contents

4. Controlling the projector 1.1

Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 1.2

Using the control panel .................................................................................................................................. 1.2

Using the remote control ................................................................................................................................ 1.3

Using the alpha-numeric keys ...................................................................................................................... 1.3

Using the menus ............................................................................................................................................. 1.4

At switch on .................................................................................................................................................. 1.4

Navigation through the menu trees .............................................................................................................. 1.5

Example: Using the Information menus ....................................................................................................... 1.6

Example: Lens Calibration ........................................................................................................................... 1.7

Menu trees ............................................................................................................................... 1.8

Source Select menus ...................................................................................................................................... 1.9

Configuration menus .................................................................................................................................... 1.10

Information menus ........................................................................................................................................ 1.14

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Introduction

There are three ways to control the projector:

• the buttons and menus available on the control panel;

• the buttons on the remote control
(in conjunction with the menus on the control panel LCD screen);

• a reduced set of menus on a remote computer using a web browser
(with the IP address of the projector typed into the browser address field).

None of the menus are ever displayed on the projection screen.

Using the control panel

LCD Screen

Backlight switch

for LCD screen

Notes

For information about how to
connect the projector, see
Connecting the projector in
section 2. Installation, and

Connections in section

6. Appendix.

For more information about how
to use the menus, see Using
the menus, later in this section.

For a full listing of all the
menus, see Menu trees, later in
this section.

When using any menu that
requires text or numeric input,
you will need to use the remote
control.

Lens

adjustment
buttons

Menu

selection
buttons

Power indicator:

green = power on
green flashing = shutter closed
orange = standby
orange flashing = cooling fans running

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Power button:

On/ Standby

Status indicator:

off = normal
green flashing = error
(see error code on LCD screen)

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Using the remote control

Test

opens
Test Pattern
menu

Remote
control

ON/OFF

KEYST (R), AMP (G), ELIST (B)

RGB Mute

Press with CTL
to turn off Red, Green or
Blue component of Test
Pattern. Press again to
turn back on.

POSI

LENS

Power: ON = On

OFF = Standby

Alpha-numeric
keys

for text and
numbers.

HELP

Direct Menu
Selection
(see Menu
trees, later in

this section)

PICT/SHUT

Picture mute

Press to turn picture off.
Press again to turn back on.

Shutter

Press with CTL to operate
shutter.

Notes

For more information about how
to use the menus, see Using
the menus, later in this section.

For a full listing of all the
menus, see Menu trees, later in
this section.

When using any feature that
requires further menu selection,
you will need to be within view
of the LCD screen on the
control panel.

AUTO

Lens Memory

Press with CTL to
store lens position.

CTL

Using the alpha-numeric keys

example:

• For 1 press the key marked 1

• For A press the key marked 1

• For a, hold the CTL key and press the key marked 1

• For 5 press the key marked 5

• For n, hold the CTL key and press the key marked 5

etc

ABC once.

ABC twice.

MNO once.

ABC twice.

MNO twice.

Menu

selection buttons

Lens Shift

Press CTL and
then use

POSI LENS together, release,

buttons to position the

image on the screen.

Focus and Zoom

Press with CTL to adjust
focus and zoom.

In the Menu trees on the following
pagees, some menus are marked with
a number. To jump directly to those
menus using the remote control:

Direct Menu selection:

1 Press the HELP Direct Menu
selection button.

2 Use the Alpha-numeric keys
to enter the menu number,
including any leading zeroes,
eg 005.

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3 Press Enter.

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Using the menus

The menus can be accessed from either the control panel or the remote control,
using the menu selection buttons.

Control panel buttons

Notes

None of the menus are ever
displayed on the projection
screen.

For a full listing of all the
menus, see Menu trees, later in
this section.

When using any menu that
requires text or numeric input,
you will need to use the remote
control.

When using any feature that
requires further menu selection,
you will need to be within view
of the LCD screen on the
control panel.

Remote Control buttons

At switch on

The projector will initially be in Standby mode. The ON/STANDBY indicator on the
control panel will show orange, and the LCD screen will show Standby:

• To switch the projector ON from Standby mode, press the POWER button on
the control panel or the POWER ON button on the remote control for two
seconds.

After about 30 seconds, the ON/STANDBY indicator on the control panel will
change to green, and the display will show the lamp settings as follows:

Lamp settings

Power on screen

Title selected

Source selected

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Navigation through the menu trees

• At any time, to see the first item of the Main menu , press the MENU button.

• To navigate through the Menus and Sub-menus, use the SELECT
ENTER, CANCEL and UNDO buttons, as shown below.

A full listing of all the menus available is given in Menu trees, later in this
section.

There are more selections
available in the Information
menu. Press the SELECT

Press the SELECT
button or CANCEL
button to close the
Information menu and
return to the previous
menu.

Typical menu screen

or buttons to show the

other selections.

Press the SELECT button
or ENTER button to choose
Lamp Time.

Press the SELECT
button or CANCEL
button to close the
Source Select menu
and return to the
previous menu.

Press the SELECT
button or CANCEL
button to close the

Projector IP Address

display and return to the
IP Address menu.

Typical selection screen

Typical data entry screen

(*) indicates that this is the
currently selected Source.

There are more selections
available in the Source

Select menu. Press the
SELECT

show the other selections.

Press the SELECT
or ENTER button to choose
Title 02.

Use the alphanumeric keys
to enter new data. (see
Using the remote control,
earlier in this section)

Press the UNDO button to
return the setting to its
previous value.

or buttons to

button

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Example: Using the Information menus

• Press the MENU button on the control panel or on the remote control. The first
item of the Main menu opens:

• Press the SELECT or buttons to show the sub-menus available:

• Press the SELECT
for example, the Information menu:

button or the ENTER button, to open one of the menus

Notes

To return to the Main Menu at
any time, press the MENU
button.

For a full listing of all the
menus, see Menu trees, later in
this section.

• Press the SELECT

OR press the SELECT or buttons to show the sub-menus available:

• Press the SELECT
for example, the Version menu:

button or CANCEL button to close the menu

button or the ENTER button, to open one of the menus

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• Press the SELECT button or CANCEL button to close the menu

OR press the SELECT or buttons to show the sub-menus available:

• Press the SELECT
for example, the Firmware menu:

• This is the end of this menu branch.

Press the SELECT
your way back up the menu tree.

OR press the MENU button to return to the Main Menu.

button or the ENTER button, to open one of the menus

button or the CANCEL button to close the menu and work

Example: Lens Calibration

• From the Main menu, select the Configuration menu.

• From the Configuration menu, select the Installation menu.

• From the Installation menu, select the Lens Calibrate menu.

• From the Lens Calibrate menu, select Zoom or Fixed.

Notes

To return to the Main Menu at
any time, press the MENU
button.

For a full listing of all the
menus, see Menu trees, later in
this section.

• Press the SELECT

OR press the ENTER button to start, then again to confirm.

• If Zoom was selected, the projector will calibrate the lens, and initialise the lens
memory. If Fixed was selected, then the zoom buttons will be disabled.

• Press the SELECT
menu and work your way back up the menu tree.

OR press the MENU button to return to the Main Menu.

button or the CANCEL button to close the menu

button or the CANCEL button to close the Lens Calibrate

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Lens memory will be initialized
when Lens calibrate is
executed.

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Menu trees

The menus can be accessed from either the control panel or the remote control,
using the menu selection buttons.

The Main Menu has four major sub-menus:

see page 9

The Source
Select menus
allow you to
select from:

• up to 100 pre­defined titles

• a range of test
patterns.

see pages 10 & 11

The Configuration
menus allow you
to carry out basic
projector settings,
such as:

• lamp setup

• shutter mode

• MMS control

• panel key lock

• GPIO control

• date, time and
ON/OFF timer

• reset to factory
defaults

• image
orientation

• lens calibration
and centering

see pages 12 & 13

The Title Setup
menus allow you
to carry out setup
for up to 100
titles:

• edit titles

• make new titles

• delete titles

• create PCF and
source files

and for each title,
specify:

• signal port

• signal
configuration

• PCF, MCGD
and screen file
selection

see page 14

The Information
menus allow you
to access to:

• lamp time

• BIOS, firmware
and data
versions

• error codes

• IP addresses
for controlling
the projector via
a network

• MMS settings

Notes

To see the first item of the Main
menu , press the MENU

button.

To navigate through the Menus
and Sub-menus, use the

SELECT
CANCEL and UNDO buttons,

as shown in Using the menus,
earlier in this section.

Some menus are marked with a
number. To jump directly to
those menus using the remote
control:

1 Press the HELP Direct Menu
selection button.

2 Use the Alpha-numeric keys
to enter the menu number,
including any leading zeroes,
eg 005.

3 Press Enter.

ENTER,

• MCGD file
creation

• test pattern
setup

• turret control

• connection
baud rate

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Source Select menus

Notes

Direct Menu selection:

1 Press the
selection button.

2 Use the Alpha-numeric keys
to enter the menu number,
including any leading zeroes,
eg 005.

3 Press Enter.

HELP Direct Menu

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Configuration menus

Notes

Direct Menu selection:

1 Press the
selection button.

2 Use the Alpha-numeric keys
to enter the menu number,
including any leading zeroes,
eg 005.

3 Press Enter.

HELP Direct Menu

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Configuration menus

continued

page 10

Notes

Direct Menu selection:

1 Press the
selection button.

2 Use the Alpha-numeric keys
to enter the menu number,
including any leading zeroes,
eg 005.

3 Press Enter.

HELP Direct Menu

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Title Setup menus

page 13

page 13

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Title Setup menus

continued

page 12

Notes

Direct Menu selection:

1 Press the
selection button.

2 Use the Alpha-numeric keys
to enter the menu number,
including any leading zeroes,
eg 005.

3 Press Enter.

HELP Direct Menu

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Information menus

Notes

Direct Menu selection:

1 Press the
selection button.

2 Use the Alpha-numeric keys
to enter the menu number,
including any leading zeroes,
eg 005.

3 Press Enter.

HELP Direct Menu

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Warranted lamp life is
determined by the reading on

the Lamp-hours meter on the
face of the Lamp module ­NOT the reading available via
the Lamp menu shown here.

5. Maintenance

Contents

5. Maintenance 5.1

Changing the air filter material .............................................................................................. 5.2

Changing the lamp .................................................................................................................. 5.4

Lamp-hours meter ........................................................................................................................................... 5.4

Cleaning the projector and lens .............................................................................................5.5

5. Maintenance iS15-2K Cinema Projector: User Manual

Changing the air filter material

To change the filter:

Switch the projector into Standby mode, by pressing the POWER button on the
control panel or the POWER OFF button on the remote control for two seconds.

• The ON/STANDBY indicator on the control panel will change to orange, and
flash on and off.

The display will show the Cooldown timer, which will count down from
300 seconds to zero. At the end of the cooling period, the projector will go into
Standby mode.

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

• Pull the filter out from under the front of the projector, under the lens, by pulling
on the strap.

Notes

The projector must be
switched OFF before

removing the air filter,
otherwise dust could be
sucked into the projector by
the ventilation fan.

The filter material should be
changed regularly:

• In a clean environment such as
a projection room, change after
750 hours, at the same time as
the lamp is changed.

• In a dusty or smoky
environment such as a theatre
or public area, more frequent
changes may be necessary.

• Inspect the foam sealing strips at the ends and sides of the filter. If they are
damaged, then the whole filter should be replaced.

• Dismantle the filter:

- Remove the two screws securing the strap-end of the frame.

- HInge up the top of the frame and unhook from the bottom end.

- Remove the filter material.

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• Replenish the filter, taking care to fit the new material correctly, as shown below:

- the cut edge of the wire lattice must be against the sealing strip,

- the wire lattice must face downwards,

- the first pleat of material must overhang the strap-end of the frame.

• Re-assemble the frame:

- Hook the bottom end on first.

- Re-fasten the two screws at the strap end.

• Push the replenished filter firmly back into the slot, taking care to fit it the right
way up, as shown by the arrow.

Notes

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Changing the lamp

The lamp should be changed, by certified service personnel, after 750 hours of use,
as indicated on the lamp-hours meter. The meter is located on the front of the lamp
module, and is accesible inside the lamp compartment door.

Lamp-hours meter

Notes

The lamp should be changed
ONLY by certified service

personnel.

Always allow the lamp to cool
for 5 minutes before

removing the lamp module.

Do NOT open the lamp
compartment door whilst a

film is being shown - safety
interlocks on the door will
shut down the projector
without warning.

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.

LCD meter

display button

The Lamp-hours meter has two modes of operation:

• When the projector is running, the LCD will show lamp run hours.

• When the projector is in Standby mode, the LCD will be blank. To display lamp
run hours press the button and hold for 5 seconds.

Warranted lamp life is
determined by the reading on

the Lamp-hours meter on the
face of the Lamp module,
shown here - NOT the reading
available via the Information
menus.

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

The whole module should be
replaced and returned to your
provider for re-furbishment.

Xenon lamps produce high
intensity light. Do not look

directly at the light coming
from the lamp housing or the
lens.

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Cleaning the projector and lens

Turn the projector off before cleaning:

• Switch the projector into Standby mode, by pressing the POWER button on the
control panel or the POWER OFF button on the remote control for two seconds.

• The ON/STANDBY indicator on the control panel will change to orange, and
flash on and off.

The display will show the Cooldown timer, which will count down from
300 seconds to zero. At the end of the cooling period, the projector will go into
Standby mode.

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

• Disconnect the power cable.

Clean the cabinet periodically with a damp cloth. If heavily soiled, use a mild
detergent.

Use a blower or lens paper to clean the lens, taking care not to scratch the glass.

Notes

Never use strong detergents
or solvents such as alcohol

or thinners to clean the
projector and lens.

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6. Appendix

Contents

6. Appendix 6.1

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................6.2

Specifications ..........................................................................................................................6.4

Part numbers ................................................................................................................................................... 6.4

Optical .............................................................................................................................................................. 6.5

Physical ............................................................................................................................................................ 6.5

Electrical .......................................................................................................................................................... 6.5

Control Inputs .................................................................................................................................................. 6.5

Cinema Inputs.................................................................................................................................................. 6.6

DVI-D Inputs ..................................................................................................................................................... 6.8

Projection lens data ........................................................................................................................................ 6.9

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

Cinema Input (SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI) connection ....................................................................................... 6.10

DVI-D Input connection .................................................................................................................................. 6.11

LAN connection ............................................................................................................................................. 6.12

10BaseT Unshielded Twisted Pair cable .................................................................................................... 6.12

Serial control input ........................................................................................................................................ 6.13

Null-modem cable ...................................................................................................................................... 6.13

Modem settings .......................................................................................................................................... 6.13

Remote Control 2 .......................................................................................................................................... 6.14

General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) ......................................................................................................... 6.15

Dimensions ............................................................................................................................ 6.16

without anamorphic lens .............................................................................................................................. 6.16

Dimensions ............................................................................................................................ 6.17

with anamorphic lens fitted .......................................................................................................................... 6.17

6. Appendix iS15-2K Cinema Projector: User Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem

The projector will not power up.

The projector shuts down after it has
been in use for some time.

The amber I/L indicator is lit.

The red I/L indicator is lit.

The lamp is not lit.

Possible solutions

Check that the mains plug is plugged in and that the mains supply is switched on.

Check any external fuses or breakers.

The projector may be overheating. Check that the air inlets and outlets are clear of
any obstruction. Check that the air filter is clean, and if it is dirty, fit a new one.

See Section 1. Introduction, Getting to know the projector

The projector has shut down for one of the following reasons:

- The lamp compartment door is open,

- There is insufficient air flow to cool the lamp,

- The projector is overheating.

- Some other error - see LCD screen for error code, and contact your supplier.

The theatre safety system has shut down the projector.

or

The EXT I/L connection has become disconnected.

Check the lamp-hours meter. If the lamp has been in use for over 750 hours, the
lamp module should be changed.

See Section 5. Maintenance, Changing the lamp

The lamp may be faulty. Check by fitting a new lamp module.

See Section 5. Maintenance, Changing the lamp

The lamp power may be turned down.

See Section 4. Using the menus, Setup menu

The lamp is lit but no image is
displayed.

Always allow the lamp to cool for 5 minutes before switching off the power, moving the projector or changing
the lamp. If, as a result of an extreme mains supply variation, the projector goes into Standby mode during

normal operation, allow the lamp to cool for at least 15 minutes before moving the projector. Alternatively,
switch the projector ON to restart the cooling fan, then switch into Standby mode and wait for 5 minutes.

Check that the input source is switched on and connected to the projector
correctly.

Check that the correct image source is selected.

See Section 4. Using the menus, Source Select menu

Check that the shutter is open and the image settings are set correctly.

See Section 4. Using the menus, Setup menu

The projector may be overheating. Check that the air inlets and outlets are clear of
any obstruction. Check that the air filter is clean, and if it is dirty, fit a new one.

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Problem Possible solutions

The image does not fit the screen
correctly.

Uneven image quality.

Projector does not respond to remote
control commands from a computer.

If the image is smaller than 2048 x 1080 pixels, then the image will NOT fill the
screen. The projector does not perform any image processing - the MMS 1000 is
recommended for this purpose.

Check that the correct lens is being used for the combination of screen size and
projection distance.

See Section 1. Introduction, Choosing a lens

Check the image settings are set correctly.

See Section 4. Using the menus, Setup menu

Check that the projector is parallel to the screen.

Check that the screen is flat, and securely mounted.

Check that the LAN or serial cable is connected correctly.

See this section 6. Appendix, Connections

If using a LAN, check that the address setting is made correctly.

See Section 4. Using the menus, Configuration menu

If using a serial cable, check that the modem settings are made correctly.

See this section 6. Appendix, Connections

In the event that this troubleshooting guide has not solved the problem, then
contact your provider or service centre.

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Specifications

Part numbers

Projector

USA model 102-566 or 01164028

Rest of World model 102-859 or 01164029

Accessories (included in box)

Power cable USA version LA00098 or

Power cable Rest of World version LA00097

DVI-D to DVI-D cable 2m LA00205 or 73893286

Remote control 7N900122

Remote control cable 2m --- 7N520019

Remote control cable 16m --- 73499217

PC adapter card --- 79646181

Memory card --- 7N960191

Dummy PC adaptor card --- 24FT8871

Ferrite-core clamps 61605095

This User Manual (CD-ROM) 104-597

Important Information (printed) 104-598

Options

Motorised Anamorphic Lens mount iS15AT 103-548 or 01165081

(with associated Title memory for screen set-ups)

Lamp duct box iS15DA 104-167 01165084

Lamp bulb 3kW (without module) iS15LP 103-239 or 01165080

Replacement parts

Lamp module 3kW iS15LH 104-577 or 01165079

Air filter material iS15AF 103-609B or 01165086

Lenses

1.45 - 1.8:1 (40.7-50.9mm) L2K-14ZG 102-933 or 01165056

1.8 - 2.4:1 (50.7-67.8mm) L2K-18ZG 102-934 or 01165057

2.2 - 3.0:1 (62.4-84.8mm) L2K-22ZG 102-935 or 01165058

3.0 - 4.3:1 (84.8-125mm) L2K-30ZG 102-936 or 01165059

x1.25 Anamorphic lens 102-130 or 01165077

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Optical

Digital Light Processor 3 x 1.26” Texas Instruments DMD™, resolution 2048 x 1080 pixels

Lamp power 3kW

Lamp life (typical) 750 hours

Brightness 12,000 ANSI lumens (±10%)

for screens up to 50ft (15m) wide

Colour gamut Meets or exceed TI Cinema guidelines

Contrast ratio Meets or exceed TI Cinema guidelines

Pixel fill factor 87%

Physical

Operating Temperature 10 to 35°C

Storage Temperature -10 to 50°C

Thermal Dissipation 13640 BTU

Operating Humidity up to 80% non-condensing

Weight 114kg (249lbs)

Electrical

Mains voltage 200-240 VAC (±10%), 48-62Hz (single phase)

Power consumption 4000 W

International Regulations Meets FCC Class A requirements

Meets EMC Directives (EN 50081-1, EN 50082-1, EN 55022)
Meets Low Voltage Directive (EN60950)

Control Inputs

2 x LAN

1 x RS232 serial

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Cinema Inputs

2 x SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI single or

1 x SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI dual

Maximum rates:

Port Source # of Maximum Scan Color Processing Display
Protocol Format Bits Input Rate Type Format Path

Dual SMPTE 292

SMPTE 292 1920 x 1080 10 35.55 Hz Progressive 4:2:2 DLP Cinema

SMPTE 292 2048 x 1080 10 33.34 Hz Progressive 4:2:2 DLP Cinema

SMPTE 292 1920 x 1080 10 23.75 Hz

SMPTE 292 2048 x 1080 10 22.27 Hz

(2)

Progressive 4:4:4 Standard DLP

(2)

Progressive 4:4:4 Standard DLP

Dual SMPTE 292

SMPTE 292 1920 x 1080 10 48.78 Hz Progressive 4:2:2 DLP Cinema

SMPTE 292 2048 x 1080 10 48.78 Hz Progressive 4:2:2 DLP Cinema

SMPTE 292 1920 x 1080 10 47.45 Hz Progressive 4:4:4 Standard DLP

SMPTE 292 2048 x 1080 10 44.50 Hz Progressive 4:4:4 Standard DLP

Note 1: Processing path selectable via software.

Note 2: Can be displayed at twice this rate

(1)

TM

TM

TM

TM

TM

TM

TM

TM

Format

2048 x 1080

2048 x 1080

2048 x 1080

2048 x 1080

2048 x 1080

2048 x 1080

2048 x 1080

2048 x 1080

Some single SMPTE 292 source formats that will be auto-detected and displayed:

Source Source Source Vertical Scan Display Vertical Rate
Standard Format Rate (Hz) Type Hz

SMPTE 274M 1920 x 1080 24 / 23.98 Progressive 24 / 23.97 Hz; Progressive

1920 x 1080 25 Progressive 25 Hz; Progressive

1920 x 1080 30 / 29.97 Progressive 30 / 29.97 Hz; Progressive

1920 x 1080 50 Interlaced

1920 x 1080 60 / 59.94 Interlaced

(1)

(2)

25 Hz; Progressive

24 / 23.97 Hz; Progressive

SMPTE RP 211 (3) 1920 x 1080 24 / 23.98 Segmented Frame 24 / 23.97 Hz; Progressive

1920 x 1080 25 Segmented Frame 25 Hz; Progressive

1920 x 1080 30 / 29.97 Segmented Frame 30 / 29.97 Hz; Progressive

SMPTE 295M 1920 x 1080 50 Interlaced

SMPTE 260M 1920 x 1035 60 / 59.94 Interlaced

(1)

(2)

25 Hz; Progressive

24 / 23.97 Hz; Progressive

SMPTE 296M 1280 x 720 60 / 59.94 Progressive 60 / 59.94 Hz; Progressive

Other 1280 x 1024 48 / 47.95 Progressive 48 / 47.95 Hz; Progressive

1280 x 720 72 Progressive 72 Hz; Progressive

Note 1: Requires source to be encoded with 2:2 Pull-Down, and assumes field one (1) dominance

Note 2: Requires source to be encoded with 3:2 Pull-Down, and requires time code information

Note 3: Proposed SMPTE standard

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Some dual SMPTE 292 source formats that will be auto-detected and displayed:

Example Vertical Maximum Active Examples
Rates (Hz) Pixels / Frame

(1) (2)

(Active : Active + overhead) Ratio

(2)

24 / 23.97 3,437,500 2662 x 1024 : (2,767,376) 2.6:1

2048 x 1106 : (2,306,580) 1.85:1

1920 x 1080 : (2,113,800) 1.78:1

25 3,300,000 2662 x 1024 : (2,767,376) 2.6:1

2048 x 1106 : (2,306,580) 1.85:1

1920 x 1080 : (2,113,800) 1.78:1

30 / 29.97 2,750,000 2048 x 1106 : (2,306,580) 1.85:1

1920 x 1080 : (2,113,800) 1.78:1

36 2,291,667 1920 x 1080 : (2,113,800) 1.78:1

48 / 47.95 1,718,750 1280 x 1024 : (1,346,680) 1.25:1

50 1,650,000 1280 x 1024 : (1,346,680) 1.25:1

60 / 59.94 1,375,000 1280 x 1024 : (1,346,680) 1.25:1

72 1,145,833 1280 x 720 : (943,200) 1.78:1

Note : If the maximum number of active pixels is exceeded, the electronics will truncate the excess data. There may be
image artifacts where this data truncation occurs.

Note : For all dual channel configurations, the two channels must be synchronized to be within 215ns.

6

Note 1: Max Active Pixels per Frame = 82.5 x 10

/ Vertical Rate.

Note 2: The Maximum Active Pixels/Frame must include an overhead which is the greater of 30 clocks per line at 82.5Mhz
OR 27 clocks per line at the input clock rate AND 4 lines per field/frame.

Aspect

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DVI-D Inputs

2 x DVI-D single or

1 x DVI-D twin

DVI supported and E-EDID reported source formats

Port Source Vertical Clock Rate Scan Color
Protocol Format Rate (max) Type Space

DDWG DVI 640 x 480 60 Hz 25.175 MHz Progressive RGB

DDWG DVI 640 x 480 72 Hz 31.500 MHz Progressive RGB

DDWG DVI 800 x 600 60 Hz 40 MHz Progressive RGB

DDWG DVI 800 x 600 72 Hz 50 MHz Progressive RGB

DDWG DVI 1024 x 768 60 Hz 65 MHz Progressive RGB

DDWG DVI 1024 x 768 70 Hz 75 MHz Progressive RGB

DDWG DVI 1280 x 1024

DDWG DVI 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 108 MHz Progressive RGB

DDWG DVI 1920 x 1080

DDWG DVI 2048 x 1080

Note : For all twin configurations, the two channels must be synchronized to be within 215ns.

Note 1: VESA standard compliant

Note 2: Timing is extrapolated from VESA standard timing

Note 3: Listed under Detailed Timing. Native for DC2K based systems.

(2)

50 Hz 89.970 MHz Progressive RGB

(3)

60 Hz 138.5 MHz Progressive RGB

(3)

60 Hz 122 MHz Progressive RGB

Format for Generic Inputs to DVI-D Port – Series 0

Port Source Vertical Clock Rate Scan Color Processing Display
Protocol Format Rate (max) Type Space Path

DDWG DVI 1280 x 1024 23 – 61 Hz 82.5 Mhz Progressive RGB DLP Cinema

(1)

Format

TM

1280 x 1024

DDWG DVI 1280 x 1024 23 – 96 Hz 165 Mhz Progressive RGB Standard DLP TM1280 x 1024

Note 1: Processing path selectable via software.

Format for Generic Inputs to DVI-D Port – Series 1

Port Source # of Vertical Scan Color Processing Display
Protocol Format Bits Rate Type Space Path

(1)

Format

Single Link DVI

DDWG DVI 1920 x 1080 10 23 – 48 Hz Progressive RGB DLP Cinema

DDWG DVI 2048 x 1080 10 23 – 48 Hz Progressive RGB DLP Cinema

TM

2048 x 1080

TM

2048 x 1080

DDWG DVI 1920 x 1080 10 23 – 62 Hz Progressive RGB Standard DLPTM1920 x 1080

DDWG DVI 2048 x 1080 10 23 – 58 Hz Progressive RGB Standard DLPTM2048 x 1080

Twin Link DVI

DDWG DVI 1920 x 1080 10 23 – 48 Hz Progressive RGB DLP Cinema

DDWG DVI 2048 x 1080 10 23 – 48 Hz Progressive RGB DLP Cinema

TM

2048 x 1080

TM

2048 x 1080

DDWG DVI 1920 x 1080 10 23 – 77 Hz Progressive RGB Standard DLPTM1920 x 1080

DDWG DVI 2048 x 1080 10 23 – 72 Hz Progressive RGB Standard DLPTM2048 x 1080

Note 1: Processing path selectable via software.

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Projection lens data

L2K-14ZG L2K-18ZG L2K-22ZG L2K-30ZG

part numbers 102-933 102-934 102-935 102-936

01165056 01165057 01165058 01165059

throw ratio 1.45 - 1.8 :1 zoom 1.8 - 2.4 :1 zoom 2.2 - 3.0 :1 zoom 3.0 - 4.3 :1 zoom

full DMD image width 3 - 25m 2 - 19m 2 - 15m 1 - 11m

(9 - 82ft) (7 - 62ft) (5 - 49ft) (4 - 34ft)

throw distance 5 - 45m 5 - 45m 2.2m - 6.9m 5 - 45m

(16 - 148ft) (16 - 148ft) (7.4 - 22.6ft) (16 - 148ft)

lens shift vertical ± 282 ± 282 ± 282 ± 282

(vs DMD height) ± 0.26H ± 0.26H ± 0.26H ± 0.26H

lens shift horizontal ± 172 ± 172 ± 172 ± 172

(vs DMD width) ± 0.085W ± 0.085W ± 0.085W ± 0.085W

Aperture F/2.5 F/2.5 F/2.5 F/2.5

Max object field size 36.0mm dia 36.0mm dia 36.0mm dia 36.0mm dia

Effective focal length 40.71 - 50.89mm 50.72 - 62.12mm 62.35 - 84.79mm 84.0 - 120.5mm

((1.6 - 2.0in) (2 - 2.5in) (2.46 - 3.34in) (3.31 - 4.74in)

Distortion <1.5% <1.5% <1.5% <1.5%

Transmission >88% avg >88% >88% avg >88% avg

Mechanical

Lens extension* 109mm 97mm 53mm 98mm

(4.3in) (3.8in) (2.1in) (3.9in)

Length 381mm 368.4mm 324.9mm 370.8mm

(15in) (14.5in) (12.8in) (14.6in)

Maximum diameter 139mm 139mm 139mm 139mm

5.47in) (5.47in) (5.47in) (5.47in)

* Lens extension is the distance from the outer end of the lens to the front of the projector. It is measured when the lens is

focussed at infinity and fully extended. At other focus settings, the extension could be up to 10mm less.

It is important for calculating throw distance accurately (see Useful lens calculations, in Section 2. Installation).

lens extension,

measured from front

of corner post

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Connections

Cinema Input (SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI) connection

Signal

Ground

SMPTE 292 / HD-SDI signals are very high speed digital signals which require
better quality coaxial cable than conventional analogue video. The data rate is 1.5
Gigabits per second.

In choosing cable length and connectors for any installation the frequency response
loss in decibels should be proportional to 1√f, from 1MHz, to 1.5GHz. The following
or similar cable specification should be used to ensure fault free communication
between source and projector.

• Belden 8281 or equivalent with 75ohm BNC

Notes

For more information about
supported input formats see
Specification, earlier in this
section.

For more information about
connecting the projector, see

Connecting the projector, in

2. Installation.

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DVI-D Input connection

1 TMDS Data 2-

2 TMDS Data 2+

3 TMDS Data 2 Shield

4 unused

5 unused

6 DDC Clock

7 DDC Data

8 unused

9 TMDS Data 1-

10 TMDS Data 1+

11 TMDS Data 1 Shield

12 unused

13 unused

14 +5 V Power

15 Ground

16 Hot Plug Detect*

17 TMDS Data 0-

18 TMDS Data 0+

19 TMDS Data 0 Shield

20 unused

21 unused

22 TMDS Clock Shield

23 TMDS Clock+

24 TMDS Clock-

pin view of female connector

Notes

For more information about
supported input formats see
Specification, earlier in this
section.

For more information about
connecting the projector,
including examples of DVI input
configurations, see Connecting

the projector, in

2. Installation.

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

* Hot plug detect (HPD) is fully DVI compliant. DVI sources detect the presence of

a display device by providing +5V on pin 14 and looking for +5V on pin 16.
Whenever the projector is operational, and 5V is present on pin 14, pin 16 will be
held at +5V.

EDID is available even when the projector is switched off.

Operational means that the projector is powered up. Non operational states are
powered down and some self test and reprogramming modes.

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LAN connection

10BaseT Unshielded Twisted Pair cable

The standard wire colours as as follows:

1 White / Orange stripe

2 Orange

3 White / Green stripe

4 Blue

5 White / Blue stripe

6 Green

7 White / Brown stripe

8 Brown

Notes

For more information about
connecting the projector,
including examples of control
input configurations, see

Connecting the projector, in

2. Installation.

top view of cable connector
(clip is underneath)

As this projector incorporates a
builit -in hub, only a standard,
uncrossed cable should be
used to connect to an external
hub, network or computer.

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Serial control input

1 unused

2 Received Data

3 Transmitted Data

4 Data Terminal Ready

5 Signal Ground

6 Data Set Ready

7 Request To Send

8 Clear To Send

9 unused at present

Null-modem cable

(used to connect the projector to a computer)

RD 2 --- 3 TD

TD 3 --- 2 RD

DTR 4 --- 6 DSR

GND 5 --- 5 GND

DSR 6 --- 4 DTR

pin view of female connector

Notes

For more information about
connecting the projector, see

Connecting the projector, in

2. Installation.

The projector is a DTE, so use:

• a straight cable to connect to a
modem, or

• a null-modem cable as shown
here to connect to another DTE
such as a computer.

RTS 7 --- 8 CTS

CTS 8 --- 7 RTS

Modem settings

• Baud rate 38,400 bps

• Data length 8 bits

• Parity none

• Stop bits one

• Handshaking Full duplex RTS/CTS

Xon/Xoff not supported

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Remote Control 2

6-4 short external control mode ON

6 open external control mode OFF

3-4 short power ON

3 open power OFF

8-4 short shutter CLOSED

8 open shutter OPEN

When GPIO control is enabled, the remote shutter control on pin 8 will not work.

pin view of female connector

Notes

For more information about
connecting the projector, see

Connecting the projector, in

2. Installation.

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General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO)

37 way D-Connector

1 Ext_GPIN_1_P

2 Ext_GPIN_2_P

3 Ext_GPIN_3_P

4 Ext_GPIN_4_P

5 Ext_GPIN_5_P

6 Ext_GPIN_6_P

7 Ext_GPIN_7_P

8 Ext_GPIN_8_P

9 Ext_GPOUT_1_P

10 Ext_GPOUT_2_P

11 Ext_GPOUT_3_P

12 Ext_GPOUT_4_P

13 Ext_GPOUT_5_P

14 Ext_GPOUT_6_P

15 Ext_GPOUT_7_P

16 Ext_PROJ_GOOD_P

17 N/C

18 Ext_TCODE_P

19 Ext_TCODE_SHIELD

20 Ext_GPIN_1_N

21 Ext_GPIN_2_N

22 Ext_GPIN_3_N

23 Ext_GPIN_4_N

24 Ext_GPIN_5_N

25 Ext_GPIN_6_N

26 Ext_GPIN_7_N

27 Ext_GPIN_8_N

28 Ext_GPOUT_1_N

29 Ext_GPOUT_2_N

30 Ext_GPOUT_3_N

31 Ext_GPOUT_4_N

32 Ext_GPOUT_5_N

33 Ext_GPOUT_6_N

34 Ext_GPOUT_7_N

35 Ext_PROJ_GOOD_N

36 N/C

37 Ext_TCODE_N

Notes

For more information about
connecting the projector, see

Connecting the projector, in

2. Installation.

GPI Reccomended Operating Current 5mA

Absolute Maximum Current 50mA

Forward Voltage drop @ 5mA 1.1V

GPO Absolute Maximum Current 50mA

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Dimensions

without anamorphic lens

All dimensions in mm

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Dimensions

with anamorphic lens fitted

All dimensions in mm

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