CRYSTAL4 UHD HDR
User Guide
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Contents
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Important Information
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About this User Guide & Safety
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Environnent
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Notice
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Introduction
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System Components
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Overview
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Remote Control
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Product Overview
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Connections
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Keypad
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Installation
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Location
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Mounting
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Connections
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Switching On and Off
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LED indicators
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Operation
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Main Menu
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Source
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Image
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Color
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Lamp Control
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Setup
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Advanced
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Info
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Image Size and Projection Distances
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Compatibility Modes
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Replacing the lamp
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Adjusting the volume
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How to install a ceiling bracket with Crystal4
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Specifications
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Dimensions
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• Important information
About this User Guide
This User Guide describes how to set up and operate the following projectors:
CRYSTAL4
Except where otherwise indicated, the information in this guide applies to all the
projectors listed above, that will be referred to as “CRYSTAL4”.
Information contained in this User Guide may be updated from time to time due to
product improvements and customer feedback. Visit www.sim2.com to find the latest
version of this document.
This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All rights are
reserved.
All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Safety
To reduce the risk of electrocution, disconnect the power cord on the
rear panel before removing the glass cover or side panels of the projector. For technical service refer to trained personnel authorized by the
manufacturer.
Read this manual
Read all chapters of this manual carefully before switching on the projector. This manual provides basic instructions for operating the CRYSTAL4 projector. Installation, preliminary adjustments and procedures that necessitate the removal of the glass cover
and the contact with electrical components, must be performed by authorized trained
technicians. To ensure safe operation and long term reliability use only the power cord
supplied by the manufacturer. Observe all warnings and precautions. Keep the manual
for future consultation.
Do not touch internal parts of the projector
Inside the housing there are electrical parts carrying dangerously high voltages and
parts operating at high temperature. Never open the housing. Entrust all servicing and
repair work to a SIM2 Authorized Service Center. Opening the housing voids the warranty.
Disconnect the projector from the power supply
The device that disconnects the projector from the electrical outlet, is the power plug.
Ensure that the power cord plugs and the electrical outlets are easily accessible during
installation operations. Pull the plug, not the cord, to disconnect the projector from
the electrical outlet. Use only the specified power supply. Connect the projector to the
electrical supply with rated voltage of between 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz and equipped
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with a protective earth connection. If you are not sure of your domestic electrical out let, contact an electrician. Take care to avoid overloading the power socket and any
extension leads.
Switching the projector off
Pay attention to the switch off procedure for the projector. The projector must always
be brought back to the standby state to allow the projector to carry out the cooling
procedure. Should this not happen, for example due to a power cut, the projector may
enter a state of protection that leads to switch-on being blocked. This block will last
until the internal components of the projector have completely cooled down. Allow 90
seconds for the projector to cool down.
Be careful with cables
Make sure cables are routed so that people are not impeded or become a trip hazard.
Keep all cables away from children. Install the projector as close to the wall socket as
possible. Avoid stepping on power cords, make certain they do not become tangled,
and never jerk or tug them; do not expose them to sources of heat, and make sure
they do not become knotted or crimped. If the power cords become damaged, stop
using the projector and request the assistance of an authorized technician.
Disconnect the projector from the electrical outlet during storms and when not in
use
To prevent damage from lightning strikes in the vicinity, disconnect the projector during storms or when the projector is going to be left unused for a long time.
Avoid contact with liquids and exposure to damp
Do not use the projector near water (sinks, tubs and so on); do not place objects containing liquids on or near the projector and do not expose it to rain, humidity, drops of
water or sprays; do not use water or liquid detergent to clean it.
Place the projector on a stable surface
Place the projector on a stable surface or use a suitable ceiling mounting bracket.
Never place the projector on its side or rear, on the lens or top panel or rear.
Do not allow the projector to overheat
To prevent overheating, allow a free space of at least 0.20 m (5 in) on the rear, on the
top, and on the right and left sides of the projector. Do not obstruct the ventilation
slots. Do not place the projector near heat sources such as heaters, radiators or other
devices (including amplifiers) that generate heat. Do not place the projector in an area
where there is insufficient space (shelving units, bookshelves and so on) and in
general avoid placing it in poorly ventilated areas as this may prevent sufficient
cooling and significantly reduce lamp life.
Take special care regarding movement of the lens
Do not place objects in the slots on the side of the lens and also ensure that vertical
lens movements are not impeded by external objects.
Do not hold the projector by its lens.
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CRYSTAL4 handling and transportation
Do not insert objects through the openings in the projector
Make sure that no objects are inserted inside the projector.
If this should occur, disconnect the projector from the power supply immediately and
call an authorized technician.
Power saving
We advise disconnecting the projector from the power supply when not in use. In this
way you will achieve considerable power savings while at the same time protecting internal electrical parts from wear.
Do not use under the following conditions:
• In extremely hot, cold or humid environments
◦ Ensure that the ambient room temperature is within 5°C ~ 35°C
◦ Relative humidity is 10% ~ 85%
• In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
• Near any equipment generating a strong magnetic field.
• In direct sunlight.
Environment
This product contains materials derived from natural resources during its manufacture. It may contain materials that constitute a health and environmental hazard. To
prevent harmful materials from being released into the environment and to promote
the use of natural materials, SIM2 provides the following information regarding the
disposal and recycling of the product.
Waste electrical and electronic materials (WEEE) should never be disposed of in normal urban waste disposal facilities.
The label on the product, shown here, indicating a canceled garbage can,
is intended to remind you that the product requires special handling at
the end of its service life. Materials such as glass, plastic and some chemical compounds are recoverable and can be recycled for reuse.
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Notice
Observe the following instructions:
When you no longer wish to use your electrical and electronic equipment,
take it to your local waste disposal facility for recycling.
You may return your old equipment to your SIM2 Authorized Dealer free of
charge when you buy a new product that is equivalent or has the same functions as the old one. Contact SIM2 to find your local dealer.
If you need more information regarding recycling, reuse and product ex-
changes, contact SIM2 customer service.
Lastly we suggest further measures to safeguard the environment, such as recycling of
internal and external packaging (including that used for shipping) in which the product
was delivered. With your help, we can reduce the amount of environmental resources
required to make electric and electronic equipment, reduce the use of waste tips for
used equipment and, in general, improve our quality of life by making sure that hazardous materials are correctly scrapped. Incorrect treatment of the product at the end
of its service life and failure to follow the above disposal instructions are punishable
under local legislation.
The projector has been subjected to exhaustive operating tests by SIM2 to guarantee
the highest quality. The projector light source life should thus initially be around 30-60
hours. In addition to the customary checks, the Quality Control department also runs
additional statistical tests before shipment. In such cases, the packaging may show
signs of having been opened, and the hours of light source operation may prove to be
higher than those normally shown when only standard tests are performed.
As the optical system of the CRYSTAL4 is extremely compact and has the purpose of
developing very high brightness and contrast, it is possible that a small quantity of
light is visible outside of the projection area and will vary depending the zoom and
shift setup. This characteristic of the optical system is to be deemed as normal. In
order to reduce this effect SIM2 recommends that the area surrounding the
projection screen is as dark as possible.
As with any bright light source, do not stare into the beam, RG2 IEC 62471-5:2015.
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• Introduction
The SIM2 CRYSTAL 4 UHD HDR projector achieves excellent picture quality through the
partnership of the latest 4K UHD 0.67” DLP® chipset from Texas Instruments and
SIM2’s advanced video processing technology for a crisp, natural, and colorful viewing
experience in UHD HDR format.
A high-power 300W lamp enables SIM2 CRYSTAL 4 UHD HDR to provide up to 2.200
ANSI-lumens on-screen.
The SIM2 CRYSTAL 4 UHD HDR is the best solution for mid-size Home and Media
Rooms. The SIM2 CRYSTAL 4 UHD HDR features a stylish ‘made-in-Italy’ design:
a distinctive, contemporary cabinet enriched by a luxurious crystal finish by
designer Giorgio Revoldini. Available in Black Crystal glass.
System Components
Your CRYSTAL4 projector ships with the following items:
1 x backlit remote control unit (with two AAA/LR03 batteries)
1 x AC power cord - 2 m (6.6 ft.) long
1 x User Guide (this document)
1 x HDMI cable
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• Overview
Remote Control
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Power Off
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Power On
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HDMI 1,2,3
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Picture Mode
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Night
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Day
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Menu
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EXIT
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10
16 : 9
11
4 : 3
12
16 : 10
13
2.35 : 1
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Source
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Auto (Resync)
16
Volume
17
HDR
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Mute
19
Freeze
20
Blank
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1
Power Off Turn Off the projector
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Power On Turn On the projector
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HDMI 1,2,3
Picture Mode
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5
Night Switch the picture mode to Night mode
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Day Switch the picture mode to Day mode.
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Menu
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EXIT Goes back to previous OSD menu, exits and saves menu settings.
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10
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12
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16 : 9 Displays 16 : 9 aspect ratio.
4 : 3 Displays 4 : 3 aspect ratio.
16 : 10 Displays 16 : 10 aspect ratio.
2.35 : 1 Displays 2.35 :1 aspect ratio.
Source Displays the source selection menu.
Choose source from HDMI 1, 2 or 3 connector number
Select a picture mode for optimized settings for different
applications
Display or exit the on-screen display menus for projector
Four directional select keys – use these menu arrows to select
items or make adjustments to your selection
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Auto (Resync)
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Volume Displays the volume setting menu.
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HDR
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Mute
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Freeze
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Blank
Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
Activate the HDR function
Toggles the audio from on and off in the built-in speaker
Toggles the freeze and unfreeze function in the displayed image
Toggles the blank function in the displayed image
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Custom Remotes
You can use your own IR remote control to control your CRYSTAL4 projector.
If you are using a remote control with learning capabilities, use the projector re-
mote control to teach the commands to your remote.
If you are using a programmable remote control, the setup software probably al -
lows importing Hex codes. See “SIM2 CRYSTAL4 IR Control” document, for a list of
all the projector codes.
Operation
The CRYSTAL4 projector has 3 IR receivers: one (A) on the front of the unit, one (B) on
the top and one (C) on inputs panel. The operative range of the remote control is approximately 10 m (33 ft.) and ±15°. Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver you are pointing to. You
can point the remote control towards the screen, as the IR beam is reflected by the
screen towards front IR receiver of the projector. In this case the effective range of the
remote control may be smaller than declared.
B
C
A
Item Description
A
Front IR receiver
B
Top IR receiver
C
Input panel IR receiver
Batteries
To install batteries in the remote control:
Open the battery cover.
Insert two AAA (LR03) batteries making sure the polarities match the + marks in-
side the battery compartment.
Reinsert the cover.
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Replace the batteries with new ones when the operating range of the remote control
decreases. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. Make sure you do
not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.
Remove the battery compartment
cover by sliding the cover in the
direction of the arrow.
Insert the batteries paying attention
to the positive pole.
Reinsert the compartment cover by
sliding the cover in the direction of
the arrow.
Warning: If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries
to avoid battery leakage. When you dispose of the battery, you must obey the law in
the relative area or country.
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Product overview
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A
H
BA
A
F
C
E
D
I
J
A
IR Receiver
B
LED Status Indicators
C
Glass safety screw
D
Lens
E
Ventilation Inlet
F
Ventilation Outlet
G
Keypad
M
K
L
H
Power Socket
I
Input / Output
J
Optical Lens Vertical Shift
K
Optical Lens Zoom
L
Optical Lens Focus
M
Tilt-Adjustment Feet
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Connections
Inputs
Control/
Service
Outputs
Power In
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HDMI 1 v2.0a, HDCP 2.2 UHD
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HDMI 2 v2.0a, HDCP 2.2 UHD
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HDMI 3 v2.0a, HDCP 2.2 MHL UHD
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IR receiver Receive IR signal from remote control.
3
USB USB-A (Power out 5V-1,5A) for firmware upgrade.
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USB Mini USB-B for firmware upgrade.
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RS-232 RS232 port: projector control from serial commands
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Keypad Function keys for projector's control and OSD operations
1
AUDIO For a connection to an audio amplifier.
9
AC in Connect the Power cable
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Keypad
A B
B
D
Menu - opens and exits from the OSD menus
A
Left, Up, Right and Down, for Directional Select Keys in the OSD
B
C
B
F
B
E
Select or Enter in the OSD item
C
Source selection
D
Auto (Resync) - automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
E
Turn On or turn Off the projector
F
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• Installation
This section provides instructions for the installation of the CRYSTAL4 projector.
Important: Installation procedures should be performed by a qualified AV system spe-
cialist.
Location
When installing the CRYSTAL4 projector, take the following considerations into account.
Installation Type
Select the installation type that best suits your needs:
front or rear projection
floor or ceiling mount
The tilt angle of the projector should not exceed 15 degrees, nor should the projector
be installed in any way other than the desktop and
ceiling mount, otherwise lamp life could decrease
dramatically, and may lead to other unpredictable
damages.
Distances
Allow at least 50 cm (19,69 inch) clearance around the exhaust vent.
Cooling
Make sure that the planned location for the projector has adequate ventilation. Check
that room temperature is below 35° C and that the projector is away from heating
vents. Ensure a minimum 0.20 m (5 inch) clearance on the left, right and rear sides of
the projector.
Power Outlets
Verify that the powers outlets are grounded and preferably shielded from power
surges and fluctuations. A UPS is optional. CRYSTAL4 power supply operates on any
nominal line voltage between 100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz.
Cables
Check planned cable lengths for video and control cables and make sure these lengths
do not exceed specifications.
Ambient Light
Avoid or minimize light sources directed at the screen to preserve the quality of the
projected image.
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Mounting
The projector can be Floor mounted (upright) or Ceiling mounted (inverted). Choose
the method that best suits your installation.
The CRYSTAL4 projector has been designed to comply with the EN60950/UL950 Safety
Norms (glass cabinet).
To further guarantee a safe installation in ceiling-mouning applications, SIM2 has
equipped the projector with a glass safety screw that blends perfectly with the cabinet
design (see C at page 12).
To determine where to position the projector, consider the size and shape of your
screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector
and the rest of your equipment.
Important: The projection lens is not centered to the chassis, see the chapter 12, at
page 44. Make sure the center-line of the lens is centered horizontally to the center of
the screen.
Floor Mounting
Place the projector on a secure and flat surface (such as a table or a shelf). Adjust the
two elevator feet at the bottom of the projector until the projector is level on all sides.
Rotate the adjustable feet counter clockwise to raise the projector or clockwise to
lower it. Repeat with the remaining feet as needed.
Ceiling Mounting
Invert the projector and suspend it from the ceiling using a specific Universal bracket
with or without its the extension Tube.
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Orientation
By default, the CRYSTAL4 is configured for a Front installation (projector installed upright and in front of the screen). If the projector is installed behind the screen or inverted, you can use the image orientation function of the projector.
Vertical Lens Shift
Ideally, the projector should be positioned at a right angle to the screen and in such a
way that:
the lens center and screen center are aligned with each other
the projected image fills the screen perfectly
Keystone
If the projector is ceiling-mounted and the screen is lower than the projector, you may
need to tilt the projector by adjusting the ceiling mount. If you do so:
the top and bottom borders of the image will be unequal in length
the sides of the image will be inclined
Location
Verify if the voltage is stable, grounded properly and there is no electricity leakage.
Turn on Altitude Mode when located in high altitude areas.
The projector can only be installed upright or inverted.
Avoid installing near air conditioner duct or subwoofer.
Cooling
Make sure the air outlet is 50cm clear of any obstruction to ensure proper cooling.
Air outlet location should not be in front of the lens of other projector to avoid
causing illusions.
Keep the outlet at least 100cm away from the inlets of other projectors.
Make sure there is no object blocking air input within 30 cm.
Keep the inlet away from other heat sources
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Mechanical Lens Shift
The CRYSTAL4 provides manual Vertical Shift control to change the display position
with an offset up to +15% and -10% from the lens center point.
Vertical Lens Shift
Mechanical Lens Zoom and Focus
The projector provides manual Zoom and Focus regulations.
Lens Focus
Lens Zoom
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Connections
Proceed as follows to connect the CRYSTAL4 to video sources, control devices and AC
power.
When connecting your equipment:
turn off all equipment before making any connections
use the correct signal cables for each source
make sure cables are routed so that people are not impeded or become a trip
hazard
ensure that the cables are securely connected (tighten the thumbscrews on
connectors that have them)
HDMI The major benefits of this signal type are:
best image quality, because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout
the entire signal path
highest available resolution, because video sources can deliver full resolution con-
tent via HDMI only
optimization of several image parameters (color space, aspect, signal range, over
scan), thanks to auxiliary information (AVI info frame) sent by the source device
together with the signal.
If your source has dual HDMI outputs, we would recommend direct connection to the
projector from one of the HDMI connections and the second HDMI output to the in put of an appropriate AV receiver/processor for audio.
Sources with a DVI-D output can be connected to the HDMI input of the projector using a suitable DVI-D to HDMI cable. In this case no auxiliary information is sent from
the source to the projector.
Note: HDMI uses a code known as HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Copy Protection),
which protects the recorded supports from being copied illegally. The connection between the source and display requires that the two devices perform a handshake and
exchange code keys before being able to display an image. The InstaPort technology
allows a simultaneous pre-authentication of every attached device at the same it is
connected, reducing drastically the time required for HDMI source switching. For this
reason you may note a slight delay before the image appears on the screen, but it is
perfectly normal.
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Control
You can connect the CRYSTAL4 projector to a Personal Computer or a control system
through one of the following methods:
RS-232 port, using a standard 9-pin straight serial cable
RS-232 port, using a USB to serial converter cable. In this case, installation of a
device driver provided by the cable manufacturer may be required.
Note: RS-232 communications are limited to max 15 m (50 ft.), VGA communication
are limited to max 20 m (65 ft.), HDMI communication are limited to max 20 m (65
ft.).
USB
USB-A for 5V, 1.5A for service functions.
Mini USB
USB-B for service functions.
AC Power
Plug the female end of the power cord to the AC receptacle located on the left hand
side of the projector (100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz) and the other end into a grounded AC
outlet. An high-quality surge protector is recommended while a UPS is optional.
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Switching On and Off
Switching On
I. Securely connect the power cord supplied and the signal cable. When con-
nected, the Power LED will turn red.
II. Turn on the projector by pressing button either on the back panel of the pro -
jector or the “ | ” button on remote control. The power LED will now turn blue.
The startup screen will display in approximately 20 seconds.
III. Turn on and connect the source that you want to display on the screen (com-
puter, notebook, video player, etc). The projector will detect the source automatically. If not, read the following note.
Note: if you connect multiple sources at the same time, press the “SOURCE” button
on the back panel or the direct source keys on the remote control to switch between
inputs.
Switching Off
I. Press the button on the remote control or button on the back panel of
the projector one time. The following message will be displayed on the screen.
Press the button on the remote control, or the on the back panel again to
confirm, otherwise the message will disappear after 15 seconds. When you press
the button for the second time, the projector will shut down (the interval between pressing has to be around one second to turn off the projector).
II. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 10 seconds for cooling cycle and
the Power LED will flash blue. When the Power LED lights solid red, the projector has entered in standby mode. If you wish to turn the projector back on, you
must wait until the projector has completed the cooling cycle and has entered
standby mode. Once in standby mode, simply press the button on the back
panel or the “ | “ on the remote control to restart the projector.
III. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
Warning: Do not turn on the projector immediately following a power off procedure.
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LED indicators
Usual projector status
Standby State (Input power cord) On Power On (Warming) Flashing Power On and Lamp Lighting Steady Light Power Off (Cooling) Flashing
Error projector status
MESSAGE Detail
Temperature
Lamp
Fans
MESSAGE
POWER LED
(green)
Temp LED
(Red)
LAMP LED
(Red)
Off Off
POWER LED
(green)
Over temperature
Ballast T1 Over temp. Flashing – 1 blinks Generic Ballast over t. Flashing – 5 blinks
Thermal Break Sensor Flashing – 4 blinks
Power On Lamp fail
Lamp fail while working Flashing – 5 blinks
Lamp voltage too low Flashing – 7 blinks
Fan blower locked Flashing – 5 blinks
Fan blower error
Lamp fan error Flashing – 2 blinks
Power fan error Flashing – 3 blinks
Engine fan error Flashing – 4 blinks
FPGA fan error Flashing – 5 blinks
Off On
Flashing – 5 blinks
Flashing – 6 blinks
Temp
LED
(Red)
Off
Off
Off
LAMP LED
(Red)
Off
Flashing – 1 blinks
Off
Off
Flashing – 6 blinks
Flashing – 1 blinks
Engine Fan
FPGA Fan
Lamp Fan
Blower Fan
Power Fan
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Error projector status - continue
Temp
LED
(Red)
LAMP LED
(Red)
Off Off
Off
Off
Off
Off
MESSAGE Detail
Open
Devices
Glass cabinet removed
DMD error
ASIC error Flashing – 8 blinks Flashing – 1 blinks Color Wheel error
Ballast error #1 Flashing – 5 blinks Flashing – 8 blinks Ballast error #2 Flashing – 5 blinks Flashing – 10 blinks Main-controller error
POWER LED
(green)
Flashing – 7 blinks
Flashing – 8 blinks
Flashing – 9 blinks
Flashing – 2 blinks
In the event of an error, please disconnect the AC power cord and wait for one (1)
minute before restarting the projector. If the Power or Lamp LEDs are still blinking or
any other situation that isn't listed in the chart above, please contact your service
center.
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• Operation
Main Menu
The main menu gives access to all projector adjustments. It is divided in seven main
sections:
Source
Image
Color Configure the color settings.
Lamp Control Configure Lamp features
Setup This menu section provides access to installation adjustments.
Advanced Setup the HDR features
Information
with various item and sub-menus in each of them.
Displays the source selection sub-menu.
This menu section provides access to common image quality
adjustments.
This menu section provides access to some projector and
source information.
To enter the main menu and select the desired section press “Menu” on the remote
control. To enter a sub-menu (when available) press ↵ on the remote control.
Use ▴ or ▾ to select an item on a list either in the main menu and the sub-menu.
To return to the previous menu when in a sub-menu press “Menu” on the remote
control.
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Source
To select menu items press ◂ ▸ on the remote control. To turn off the main menu
press “Menu” on the remote control. Use ◂, ▸ to change settings on a selected item.
Note: Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some adjust-
ments may not be available.
Image and Setup menu sections provide access to most commonly-used projector adjustments. Note that, in Image menu:
you can enter these sections only when an image is displayed;
the controls in these sections only operate on the active input;
when you select another input all the settings in these sections are automatically
saved;
each time you select an input the previously saved settings for that input or mode
CRYSTAL4 will be automatically recalled;
Setup section provide access to installation and OSD adjustments. The settings in
these sections are global (for all inputs and modes, not just the active one).
This menu section allows to select the input source from one of tree available HDMI
inputs.
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
v2.0a, HDCP 2.2 UHD
v2.0a, HDCP 2.2 UHD
v2.0a, HDCP 2.2 MHL UHD
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Image
Picture Mode
There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images:
Movie: default settings for home theater.
Presentation: this mode is suitable for showing PowerPoint presentations when the
projector is connected to the PC.
Day: Optimizes picture and color settings for a room with a normal daylight.
Night: Optimizes picture and color settings for a room with dim lighting.
User: user's settings.
Gamma
Note: When the projector recognize an HDR content, in the signal, it will switched to
the HDR mode. If this will not happens, the user can force the HDR view, pressing the
“HDR” button in the Remote Control.
Determines the projector response to the gray scale, emphasizing or attenuating the
different grades of brightness (blacks, dark, medium and light grays, whites) in the
projected image. Choose the setting that is appropriate to the type of video source,
the ambient lighting and your subjective preferences.
This allow you to set up gamma curve type. After the initial setup and fine tuning is
completed, utilize the Gamma adjustment steps to optimize you image output.
The available settings are:
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Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
2.2: for standardized setting
2.4: for video or TV source
2.0/1.8: for specific PC/Photo source
S-curve: increase the contrast and the saturation
Adjust the brightness of the image.
Use this control to adjust the darker areas of the picture (black level), without affecting bright areas. Increasing the value will give more detail in darker parts of the picture. For correct adjustment it may prove useful to display a gray scale test pattern
with at least twenty bands. Now try to reduce the brightness of the black band as
much as possible while ensuring that it can still be distinguished from the adjacent
band with brightness slightly higher than black. Alternatively use a scene composed of
black objects alongside other dark colored objects and try to ensure that all the objects can be separately identified.
Press ◂ to darken the image
Press ▸ to lighten the image
Range [0 .. 100]
The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts
of the picture. Use this control to adjust the image's white level without affecting its
dark areas. For correct adjustment it may prove useful to display a gray scale test pattern with at least twenty bands. Now try to increase the brightness of the white band
as much as possible while ensuring that it can still be distinguished from the adjacent
band with brightness slightly less than white. Alternatively use a scene composed of
well-lit white objects surrounded by light objects with lower level lighting, and try to
ensure that all the objects can be separately identified.
Press ◂ to decrease the contrast
Press ▸ to increase the contrast
Range [0 .. 100]
Adjust a video image from black and white to fully saturated color.
This control (also called Saturation) increases or decreases the picture color intensity.
When set to zero, color images are shown in black and white. Increase the value until
the colors appear natural: suitable references include skin tones and the green in
grass in landscape shots.
Press ◂ to decrease the color saturation in the image
Press ▸ to increase the color saturation in the image
Range [0 .. 100]
Note: Color is only supported for composite and component sources.
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Hue
Sharpness
Adjust the color balance of red and green
This adjustment controls the purity of colors. Basically it determines the red-green ratio of the picture. Decreasing the value increases the red content of the image, in creasing it increases the green content. For this adjustment use skin tones or a test
card image with color bars as a reference. This adjustment is primarily used for NTSC
sourced material.
Press ◂ to increase the amount of green in the image
Press ▸ to increase the amount of red in the image
Range [0 .. 100]
Note: Tint is only supported for composite and component sources.
Adjust the sharpness of the image.
This adjustment increases or decreases the level of picture detail. When the sharpness
value is reduced the image details appear less pronounced, while increasing the value
raises image definition, making the outline of objects sharper. Note that an excessively
large value may result in a noisy picture and the outline of images will have a high
amount of edge enhancement.
Press ◂ to decrease the sharpness
Press ▸ to increase the sharpness
Range [0 .. 10]
Freeze
Reset
Display the quick menu to enable or disable the Freeze function.
Press the button ↵ to overwrite, with default values, the current picture mode setup.
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Color
This menu give the possibility to adjust the projector color settings, as the selection of
Color temperature and the single setup for any primaries and secondaries colors.
Press the ↵ to enter the menu and then use ▴ or ▾ to select item.
Color Temperature
Select a color temperature from “Warm”, “Normal”, “Cold”.
HSG
This function allows to customize the Color Gamut by the user, adjusting each
color by its Hue, Saturation, and Gain.
Hue is the primary characteristic of color that allows us to distinguish one color
from another. A color's hue is represented on the CIE chart by its angle to the
white point. When a color's hue is off, its appearance will seem contaminated by
other colors. For example, red that is too yellowish will begin to seem orange. Blue
that is too reddish will begin to appear purplish.
Saturation is the colorfulness of the color independent of its luminance. A color's
saturation displays on the CIE chart as the distance from the white point. Add
saturation to a color and it will appear deeper and richer-red becomes crimson.
Under saturate a color and it will appear less colorful, but at the same level of
intensity: red becomes pink.
Gain is the intensity of color.
Warm is a white point D65
Normal is a white point D75
Cold is a white point D83
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Press the ↵ to enter the menu and then use ▴ or ▾ to select item.
Select one of the colors (Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow/White) to adjust
its Hue, Saturation and Gain.
Press ◂ to decrease the value
Press ▸ to increase the value
Range [0 .. 199]
Reset
Press the button ↵ to overwrite, with default values, all the hue, saturation and gain
values, for any colors.
Lamp Control
This menu change the Lamp Power Mode setup and allows to reset the lamp hours.
This last setup becomes useful when the user perform a lamp replacement.
Power Mode
Press the button ↵ to enter the menu and then use ▴ or ▾ to select item.
This function allows you to choose Boost or Default values; it is intentionally disabled
during the lamp warm up (about 2 minutes).
Boost
The displayed image is in higher brightness mode.
Default
The displayed image is in lower brightness mode. This save the lamp life.
Lamp Hour Reset
Press the button ↵ to execute the reset operation.
This function is normally used after replacing the lamp.
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Setup
This menu section provides access to installation adjustments.
Aspect Ratio
This adjustment changes the dimensions and aspect ratio (relationship between width
and height) of the displayed image. There are six default aspects available. You can select a different aspect for each source: the selected aspect ratio will be automatically
applied the next time the relative source is displayed.
The following aspects are available:
Fill: this format is the default value which stretches the image to fit the content
4:3: this format is for 4x3 input sources.
16:9: this format is for 16x9 input sources, like HDTV and DVD enhanced for
16:10: this format is for 16x9 input sources, like some widescreen PC resolution.
Native: this format displays the original image without scaling.
2.35:1: this format is for some letterbox aspect format DVDs or anamorphic DVDs
High Altitude
when “On” is selected, the fans will spin faster. This feature is useful in high altitude
areas where the air is thin.
box, regardless of its aspect-ratio.
widescreen TV.
and HDTV source. Use it with anamorphic lens and 2.35:1 screen format.
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Orientation
Selects the orientation of the projected image.
Press ↵ to select one the four preset orientation. Use arrow buttons to switch be-
tween the four presets.
Front-Table: this is the default selection. The image is projected straight on the
screen.
Rear-Table: when selected, the image will appear reversed
Front-Ceiling: when selected, the image will turn upside down
Rear-Ceiling: when selected, the image will appear reversed in upside down posi-
tion
Note: Rear-Table and Rear-Ceiling are to be used with a translucent screen.
Auto Power Off
Selects to activate the Auto Power Off timer. The countdown timer will start when
there is no signal being sent to the projector. The projector will automatically power
off when the countdown has finished.
Auto Power On
Choose “On” to activate the Auto Power On mode. The projector will automatically
power on when AC power is supplied, without pressing the “Power” key on the projector keypad or on the remote control.
Startup Logo
Use this function to set the desired startup screen. If changes are made, they will take
effect the next time the projector is powered on. Select “On” for the SIM2 startup
screen or “Off” to do not have the logo displayed on startup screen. Selects to view
the start-up logo, displayed on the screen, when the projector is in warm-up status.
Blank Screen
Use this function to display a Black, Purple, Blue or White color when no signal is available.
Auto Source
Select to enable or disable the automatic source detection.
Menu Settings
This menu give the possibility to change some OSD menu proprieties.
Language: selects the desired OSD language. It can display the menus in Multilan-
Menu position: adjust the zoom in the projected image. Its possible values are
Time out: set the duration where the OSD menu stay visible on the screen.
guage. Use ▴ or ▾ to select your preferred language. Press ↵ to finalize the selec-
tion. Select a language between English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese,
Italian, Chinese simplified, Chinese Traditional, Japanese, and Korean.
Top Left, Top Right, Bottom Left, Bottom Right and Center.
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Advanced
In this menu there are some HDR customizations.
HDR Control
Choose “Auto” to activate the automatically recognition of HDR mode and apply the
HDR image processing function, if the signal content have an HDR image type. Select
“Off” to view always the input source in SDR mode (Standard Dynamic Range).
Select “Always” to keep the OSD menu, until you change the OSD status, pressing
a button in the remote control or keypad. Select 10, 30 seconds and 60 seconds to
insert a countdown timer.
HDR Settings
Choose an HDR mode preset, from three possible solutions, “Normal”, “Details” and
“User”. In “User” it is possible to customize all the image parameters; in “Normal” and
“Details” modes some adjustments (i.e. Brightness, Contrast etc.) are disabled.
HDR Note:
HDR stand for "High Dynamic Range." HDR is a technology that improves the range of
color and contrast in a digital image.
In order to display HDR video correctly, the projector must also support HDR.
This projector reach the standard HDR10 media profile: UHD resolution, HDMI 2.0a
with HDCP 2.2, and at least a bit depth of 10-bits.
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Info
This menu section provides access to some projector information.
Model Name: projector model name.
Software version 1: is the (scaler) Main processor's software version.
Software version 2: is the DLP's software version.
Software version 3: is the MCU processor's software version. This is the stand-by
microprocessor.
Active source: is the input source selected.
Signal Format: it displays signal resolution and frequency and reports in case of
HDR content HDR label.
Lamp Hours: it shows the number of hours the lamp has been in use.
Reset All
Press the ↵ to return the factory default settings for any menus parameter.
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7 Image size and projection distance
Diagonal
Size
(inch)
Width Height Width Height Wide Tele Wide Tele
Screen Size W x H Projection Distance (D)
meter inch meter inch
60 132.8 74.7 52.3 29.4 184.6 277.6 72.7 109.3
70 155.0 87.2 61.0 34.3 215.4 323.9 84.8 127.5
72 159.4 89.7 62.8 35.3 221.5 333.1 87.2 131.1
80 177.1 99.6 69.7 39.2 246.2 370.1 96.9 145.7
84 186.0 104.6 73.2 41.2 258.5 388.6 101.8 153.0
90 199.2 112.1 78.4 44.1 276.9 416.4 109.0 163.9
96 212.5 119.6 83.7 47.1 295.4 444.2 116.3 174.9
100 221.4 124.5 87.2 49.0 307.7 462.7 121.1 182.2
120 265.6 149.5 104.6 58.8 369.2 555.2 145.4 218.6
135 298.9 168.1 117.7 66.2 415.4 624.6 163.5 245.9
150 332.1 186.8 130.7 73.5 461.6 694.0 181.7 273.2
200 442.7 249.1 174.3 98.1 615.4 925.3 242.3 364.3
Note: Diagonal size is relative to a 16:9 screen dimension. 12-degree device
Focal Lenght (f) (mm) 19.975(Wide) ~ 39.811 @ 2.98m
F Number 2.42 ÷ 2.97
Zoom Range (ratio); Lens Shift 1.5x; Horizontal, Vertical +/- 15%
Throw Ratio 1.42 ÷ 2.09:1 (+/- 5%)
Throw Distance 1,2m ÷ 10m (3,9ft ÷ 32,8ft) for focus range
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8 Compatibility Modes
Computer/Video/HDMI/Mac Compatibility
Signal Resolution Refresh Rate (Hz) RGB YUV
NTSC 720 x 480 60
PAL/SECAM 720 x 576 50
SDTV 576p 720 x 576 50
SDTV 480p 720 x 480 60
SDTV
VGA 640 x 480 59.94/ 74.99/ 85
MAC 640 x 480 66.59
SVGA 800 x 600 60.3/ 75/ 85.06
MAC 832 x 624 74.54
XGA 1024 x 768
HDTV (720p)
WXGA
WXGA+ 1440 x 900 60
SXGA 1280 x 1024 60/ 75/ 85
SXGA+ 1400 x 1050 60
WSXGA+ 1680 x 1050 59.94
UXGA 1600 x 1200 60
HDTV (1080p)
HDTV (1080i) 1920 x 1080 50/ 59.94/ 60
WUXGA 1920 x 1200 50/ 60
2K 2048 x 1080 24/ 25/ 30/ 50/ 60
UHD
4K
1440 x 480i 60
1440 x 576i 50
1280 x 720 47.95
1280 x 768 60
1280 x 720 50/ 59.94/ 60
1280 x 800 60
1280 x 960 60
1366 x 768 60
1920 x 1080 47.95
1920 x 1080 23.98/ 24/ 25
1920 x 1080 29.97/ 30
1920 x 1080 50/ 59.94/ 60
3840 x 2160 24/ 25/ 30
3840 x 2160 50/ 60
4096 x 2160 24/ 25 /30
4096 x 2160 50/ 60
60/ 75/ 85
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8 bits
8 bits
8 bit/ 10 bit (4:2:2)/
8 bit/ 10 bit (4:2:2)/
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12 bit (4:2:2)
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9 Replacing the lamp
This menu section provides the instruction to replace the projector lamp.
Warning
If ceiling mounted, please use caution when opening the lamp access
panel. It is recommended to wear safety glasses if changing the lamp
while ceiling mounted. Caution must be used to prevent any loose parts
from falling out of projector.
Lamp compartment is hot! Allow it to cool down before changing lamp!
To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not drop or touch the lamp module. It may shatter and cause injury if it is dropped.
Procedure:
1. Switch off the power to the projector by
pressing the " " button on the remote
control or the projector keypad.
2. Allow the projector to cool down for at
least 10 minutes.
3. Disconnect the power cord.
4. Remove the 4 screws on the left and
right sides, inside the inputs
compartment.
5. Turn upside down the projector;
remove the nine M4 screws on
the bottom of the projector.
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6. Turn the projector in the up right position and remove the glass cabinet
7. Unscrew the 3 screws on the lamp module (a).
8. Lift the module handle up (b).
9. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module (c).
a)
c)
b)
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10. Turn Reverse steps 4 to 7 to install the new lamp module.
While installing, align the lamp module with the connector and ensure it is
level to avoid damage.
11. After replacing the lamp, you should reset the lamp hour counter to zero:
press the menu button to open the OSD menu; enter in Lamp Control and
execute the “lamp Hour Reset” function.
Note: the lamp module must sit securely in place and the lamp connector must be
connected properly before tightening the screws.
Note: the screw on the lamp cover and the lamp cannot be removed.
Note: the projector cannot be turned on if the lamp cover has not been placed back
on the projector.
Note: do not touch the glass area of the lamp. Hand oil can cause the lamp shatter.
Use a dry cloth to clean the lamp module if it was accidentally touched.
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10 Adjusting the volume
The volume control appears on the display when is pressed the button “Volume” (A).
Press the ◄► buttons on the keypad or remote control to adjust Volume +/-.
Press the MUTE button to turn off the volume. (This feature is available only on the remote).
B)
A)
C)
B)
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11 How to install a ceiling bracket with Crystal4
This quick guide explains how to install a ceiling bracket to the CRYSTAL4 projector.
• Even if it is not strictly necessary, you can remove the 4 feet (only for aesthetics matter).
• To install the bracket remove the 4 screws underneath the projector, indicated by the
red circles.
• Attach bracket by using 4 x M4 screws and referring to the user guide of bracket;
consider that the max depth of the holes for the fixing is 10 mm.
For ceiling mounting use only SIM2-approved ceiling brackets and adhere to the
installation instructions and safety guidelines provided with the bracket. Do not overtighten the screws.
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12 Specifications
Projection Type Digital Light Processing (DLP TRP Type 0.67 in.)
1-chip 3840x2160
Projection Lens High-quality glass 1.42 ÷ 2.09 ± 5%
Throw Distance 1,2m ÷ 10m (3,9ft ÷ 32,8ft) for focus range
Screen size 0,6 ÷ 8,3m (26” ÷ 324,9”)
Image Resolution 4K UHD (support to 3840x2160@60Hz, 4096x2160@60Hz)
Dynamic Range HDR compliant, with dedicated presets.
Color Wheel Six segments RGBRGB
Lens
Vertical shift,
Zoom and Focus
Light Source 300W lamp – up to 2.200 Ansi Lumens
Inputs/Outputs 2 x HDMI v.2.0a - HDCP2.2, UHD: HDMI1, HDMI2
Controls IR remote control
Size and Weight Depth: 450 mm
Operating Temperatures 5 ~ 35 °C
12-degree device, with manual regulations
Vertical shift ± 15% (based on 12-degree)
1,5x zoom
1 x MHL/HDMI v.2.0a - HDCP2.2, UHD: HDMI3
1 x RS232 (D-sub 9 pin) for control communications
3 x IR receivers
1 x Audio IN (Mini-jack)
1 x Audio OUT (minijack)
1 x USB type A for Fw upgrade
1 x mini USB type B for Fw upgrade
Keypad on rear panel
RS-232 Serial commands
Width: 420 mm
Height: 181 mm (lever feet included)
Weight: 17 kg approx.
Humidity Operating 10% ~ 85%, non-condensing
Environmental Storage
Condition
Audio Speaker 1 x 7W (10W peak)
Power Requirement: 100~240 V AC ±10% @ 50-60 Hz
Safety Certifications CE, FCC, CCC
-10 ~ 60°C, 5% ~ 95%, non-condensing
Power Consumption 450W (Normal),
Standby Consumption: < 0.5 W @110/220VAC
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13 Dimensions
CRYSTAL4 dimensions in millimeters and inches.
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