GraphXMASTER RPM User Manual
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1. Refer to the menu tree in Appendix B To access a user menu 1 Press or Mewe A small window is displayed in the foreground with all the available menu options and the memory location at the top Merss Aer EA To navigate a menu 1 Press 4 or Y keys until the desired menu item is highlighted 2 Press to select The selected menu item or a separate window with related adjustable items is displayed 3 Press Lese to exit the menu and return to presentation level NOTE For Menul only Once a menu item is selected the menu window disappears and only the selected menu item is displayed on screen You can navigate to the next menu item without returning to the full menu by pressing the A or amp arrow keys The difference in frequency signals between external sources can sometimes affect the way the image is displayed For example the display from two computer sources may be different Since the user menus are easily accessible the display can be modified to suit the external source or a users preference To adjust a menu item setting 1 Access a user menu and select a menu item Refer to 2 3 Navigating the Menus 2 Use the and or gt keys to increase or decrease the setting Adjustments made to most menu items in Menul or Menu can be seen immediately on the projection screen Since there is no quick way of returning to the old setting once you start adjusting it is recommended that you note the2. Menu 2 Press to display User Menu2 Menu provides you with menu options that are usually adjusted when switching to a new source prior to fine adjustment You can adjust Clock Phase Clamp and Auto White See 2 6 User Menu2 a BW Section 2 Operation 2 5 Mem List A technician may use the key to create up to16 different memory locations These memory blocks are used to store customized setups for all available menus into the projectors internal memory This feature is useful when using various external sources See 2 8 Memory Locations R G B The R G B keys are generally used by technicians during initial setup and testing to turn the red green and blue color component of an image ON or OFF During normal operation the R G B keys should be active ON To toggle the state of an RGB key ON or OFF press the key once Function Use the key to select extended functions For example press and to view a projector s remote ID number Esc Press to move the cursor back one field or to cancel a keypad command and return to presentation level For example to exit a menu and return to the displayed image press ca Note Settings are saved when exiting a menu Enter Use the key to select a menu item for adjustment or to accept a new value entered for a menu item Arrow Keys Use the 4 and Y keys to navigate within a menu and the and gt keys to increase or decrease the value of an adjustab
3. The distance between the projector s front feet and the screen Also called Throw Distance A translucent panel for screen projection Incident light travels through the incident surface of a rear screen and forms an image on the other surface The ability to manipulate through software commands the physical size placement and or aspect ratio of an image The maximum number of alternate white and black horizontal lines that can be distinguished on a screen when a photographic target is placed between the lens and a light source and illuminated by that light source The maximum number of pixels that the projector can display horizontally and vertically across an image A common asynchronous data transmission standard recommended by the Electronics Industries Association EIA Also called serial communication A relatively rare asynchronous data transmission standard in which balanced voltage is specified RS 422 is used for exceptionally long distances only The horizontal or vertical frequency at which images are generated One horizontal line on the display The device such as a computer or controller connected to the projector for display A signal selector that can be connected to a projector for the purpose of adding more sources This term refers to the part of the video signal that is used to stabilize the picture Sync can occur in three forms 1 Composite sync the horizontal and vertical components are tog
4. 1 Press and enter the two digit code 9 0 within one second This will enable all projectors for control The message Remote ID Clear appears on all projection screens 2 Continue with normal operation To enable a projector that has been disabled When you disable a projector you are limited to the commands that you can enter using the keypad The only active keys on the keypad are and FUNCTION 1 Press and immediately after press ser The projector ID number is displayed on screen 2 Press and enter the correct two digit code assigned to the projector within one second NOTE There is no indication that the command is actually being transmitted because the message Remote ID is not displayed like it normally would be when the projector is already enabled and the key is pressed Once enabled continue with normal operation NOTES 1 Enter the two digit projector ID number within one second after pressing Sr 2 The projector must be enabled to turn the power off 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 2 12 Section 2 Operation 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual Section Contents 3 1 3 2 Overview Troubleshooting Guide Section 3 Troubleshooting 3 1 OVELVICW ies erred Sate ol ti eta ah HAE AR 3 1 3 2 Troubleshooting Guide 3 1 Use the information in this section as a guide to assist you in correcting common problems associated with image quality and projector use It is recommended that yo
5. as a direct rear screen projection system rear screen projection system or in a cube configuration Section Contents 2 1 2 2 Introduction How to Operate the Projector Section 2 Operation 2 1 Introduction nelle 2 1 2 2 How to Operate the Projector anna tenciona aner i eee 2 1 2 3 Navigating the Menus tasoite iseic i 2 6 2 4 Adjusting the Image hs tes hein na aan 2 6 2 5 USer Menu cece ck E sec et 2 7 2 6 USED M nu2 ssh tint NRC NU EENE rc 2 8 2 7 Adjusting FOCUS 2 10 2 8 Memory Locations ss 2 10 2 9 Broadcasting to One or Multiple Projectors 2 10 This section provides instructions for operating the GraphXMaster It is recommended that you read through the following section before using the projector for the first time Commands are transmitted to the projector via the keypad The keypad supplied in the user s kit can be configured as an IR remote or wired keypad Either way the keypad operates in the same manner and enables the user to enter commands that generates an immediate response by the projector Keypad control enables the user to access menus and adjust various image settings Read the descriptions below to determine which method of keypad control is most suitable for your projection environment IR Remote Keypad An IR remote keypad gives you the freedom to mov
6. responsibility for omissions or inaccuracies GraphXMaster is a professional quality DLP projector that uses Digital Light Processing technology from Texas Instruments Its single chip configuration and XGA resolution provides uniform brightness for video wall applications GraphXMaster requires no convergence and has an outstanding ability of achieving ultimate color matching between screens Features include 1024 X 768 pixels resolution e 500 ANSI lumens brightness for GraphXMaster RPM 180 ft lamberts max for GraphXMaster C50 e contrast ratio of 300 1 full field e no convergence required e intuitive on screen menus for setup and control e IR remote control keypad e One standard RGBHV analogue input with BNC connectors e keypad selectable input switching 16 memory locations to store image setting parameters e RS 232 input for computer or controller control e RS 422 inputs and outputs for network control e 40 to 80 diagonal image size GraphXMaster RPM version e short throw distance e 6 axis adjustable How the Projector Works GraphXMaster accepts XGA input signals from an external source Projected light generated by an internal 100 watt UHP lamp travels through a rotating color wheel that alternately passes red green and blue light to the single DMD digital micromirror device chip Reflected light from the DMD chip is then displayed on the external display screen GraphXMaster is typically operated
7. settings before you change them 3 Press to exit the menu and return to presentation level New settings are saved into the internal memory of the projector when exiting a menu item 2 5 User Menul Section 2 Operation 2 7 Bright Contrast Clock Phase and Clamp are the only user menu items that can be reset to the original factory settings Before you reset any of these items it is recommended that you write down the current settings By doing this you can quickly return to those settings if you reset in error To reset a menu item to its original factory default 1 Press or on the keypad Make sure you are in the correct memory location 2 Use the A and or 9 arrow keys and highlight the menu item you want to reset 3 Press to select the menu item 4 Press RESET OK 5 To accept and continue with resetting press To cancel and return to presentation level press ee Brightness Adjusts the amount of perceived light in the dark areas of the image An image that appears too dark black background requires an increase in brightness level An image that appears washed out where the noticeably black areas of the image appear gray requires a decrease in brightness level You can adjust brightness in the range of 64 to 63 The original factory setting is 0 Contrast Adjusts the ratio between the maximum and minimum brightness values in an image If the light parts of an image lack detail the co
8. technician for support 6 Have a technician check to ensure the lens cap is not on An all white screen displays during normal operation 1 The key accidentally may have been pressed To display the original image press the key Continue with normal operation NOTE Depending on the number of times you accidentally pressed Crest one keypress may not return you to presentation level Press the key again Sympton Cause Action Sympton Cause Action Sympton Cause Action Sympton Cause Action Section 3 Troubleshooting 3 3 The image is too dark 1 The brightness and contrast settings are too low and need adjustment Press and Brightness is the first menu item selected Use the gt arrow key to increase the brightness level Press the arrow key to select Contrast and use the gt arrow key to increase the contrast level Adjust these two settings until the desired display is achieved The image is too faint 1 The brightness setting is too high and needs adjustment Press and enter Brightness is selected Use the arrow key and lower the brightness level Press the arrow key to select Contrast and use and gt arrow keys to adjust the contrast levels if desired 2 Another light source room or outdoor lighting is being reflected onto the screen Limit the amount of the light in the projection room 3 Lamp brightness may be affecting the image Call a technician
9. the IR remote point the keypad toward the screen Section 2 Operation 2 3 Keypad Commands The following segment identifies and defines all the keys available on the keypad POWER Turn projector on off DISPLAY PIC MUTE View projector Turn image on off properties INPUT Select an input MEM LIST Select or create memory location RT Turn color components on off MENU and MENU2 Access menu items TEST eDisplay full white picture at current contrast FUNCTION Select an extended function NORMAL To clear present adjustment settings ESC Moves cursor back cancels an operation ENTER Accepts value selects highlighted menu item ARROW KEYS Moves cursor in a menu Adjusts a setting up down NUMBER KEYS Enter numerical data 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 2 4 Section 2 Operation Power ON OFF 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual Illumination Switch Toggle the ILLUMINATION switch located on the side of the keypad to turn the keys back lighting ON or OFF This is useful when you are operating in a dark projection environment If no input is detected within 20 seconds of the last key press the back lighting will turn OFF Power ON OFF Press and hold for two seconds to turn the projector ON or OFF When power is first turned on the lamp cooling fan turns on and the image is displayed on screen within a few minutes When the power is turned OFF the image i
10. the image are as far apart from each other as they can be Notice that the image clears and if the DIV setting is adjusted further in the same direction the vertical bands reappear and the image returns to the same state it once was Once the correct DIV setting is achieved highlight and select FINE Adjust this setting until all noise disappears Note the setting and continue to adjust FINE until the noise reappears Note this setting Determine what the middle setting is between these two values and set FINE as this value DIV setting ranges from 1200 to 1600 and FINE setting ranges from 0 to 31 The original factory settings for DIV and FINE are 1344 and 15 respectively NOTE The factory default settings are usually very close to the optimum settings required for your source Section 2 Operation 2 9 Phase Adjusts the position of the image on the screen To move the image horizontally side to side adjust H Position To move the image vertically up or down adjust V Position You can adjust the H Position setting in the range of 50 to 200 and adjust the V Position setting in the range of 3 to 60 The original factory setting for H Position is 131 and V Position is 23 Clamp Adjusts the clamp position of the analog input signal When Clamp is selected a smaller window appears with Clamp Start or Clamp End options If the image displays horizontal streaking or appears dim it may be because the
11. 0Hz COMMUNICATIONS AND CONTROL Communication Terminals 1 Inputs RS 232 RS 422 A Output RS 422A for system command control Communication Terminals 2 Relay Terminal Input D sub 9 pins Communication Terminals 3 Wired Remote Control Input Remote Control Hand Unit IR Remote Keypad COMPLIANCE Safety C S A C22 2 950 M94 approved to U L 1950 by NRTL Semko EN60950 CE EMI EMC 47CFR 2 amp 15 FCC Class A US Conducted and Radiated Emissions Stds CRC 1374 DOC Class A Canadian Conducted and Radiated Emissions Stds Emissions per EN50081 1 Immunity EN50082 1 CE Altitude operating 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual Ambient Light Rejection Aspect Ratio Bandwidth Baud Rate Brightness Candela or Candle Color Temperature Contrast ratio Controller Convergence DMD Diffused Screen Foot candle Y Y Appendix A Glossary This appendix defines the specific terms used in this manual as they apply to the GraphXMaster Also included are other general terms commonly used in the projection industry The ability of a screen to reflect ambient light in a direction away from the line of best viewing Curved screens usually have good ambient light rejection Flat screens usually have less ambient light rejection The ratio of the width of an image to its height such as the 4 3 aspect ratio common in video o
12. GraphXMaster User Manual Table of Contents 3 4 5 Introduction Operation Troubleshooting Specifications Appendices Section Contents Page 1 1 THE Projector MATE a are sated Mactan Medatad ated AA er a a ten 1 2 2 1 Introduction ss 4 2st aes eset EME Ne ds et ee 2 1 2 2 How to Operate the Projector 2 1 2 3 Navigatine the Menus nn nn tn tt 2 6 2 4 Adjusting the Image 2 6 2 5 User Menu T deoe eotea eoe a a es 2 7 26r User Menus a ia ee nt a a r a 2 8 2 7 Adjusting FOCUS in 2 10 2 8 Memory LOCatonsi then ae sn RER ASA 2 10 2 9 Broadcasting to One or Multiple Projectors 2 10 3 1 DE A LE AO SR OO EE OS EE OS OA 3 1 3 2 Troubleshooting Guide wee eeeeceesseceeeesseeecessaeeesessaaeeeeessaeeeeees 3 1 4 1 Specifications a een ahaha A Aah Aa A ee 4 1 A Glossary REAA aves aaa ava AEA A 1 B Menu Tree ecs cescccccsesecccesesccccesuscdccesubesdeeseuedaceselecicesetecsaetelediactebedbietense B 1 NOTE Due to constant research the information in this manual is subject to change without notice 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 54 0171 13 01P Section 1 Introduction Section Contents Using this manual Typographical Conventions 1 1 TNE IPLOJSClON 2 En nn rE 1 2 This manual provides the user with information necessary to effectively operate the GraphXMaster It is recommended that you read the following information prior to operating the proj
13. clamp position requires modification to match the timing of the signal You can adjust Clamp Start in the range of 1 to 228 and Clamp End settings can range from 28 to 255 The original factory and recommended setting for Clamp Start is 60 and Clamp End is 90 Qualified service technicians should make adjustment to these settings Auto White Auto White is an automatic feature that adjusts the way variations in white levels are displayed based on the current input signal For example if the lightest part of the image lacks detail the input signal may be too large or if the image appears too dark the input signal may be too small Auto White adjustment should be performed when switching to a new source For best results display a completely white image from the source before performing the Auto White adjustment 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 2 10 I Section 2 Operation 2 7 Adjusting Focus 2 8 Memory Locations 2 9 Broadcasting to One or Multiple Projectors 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual When Auto White is selected a smaller window appears with the question Auto White Start You can continue the Auto White adjustment by pressing or cancel it by pressing Css 1 The lens can be mechanically adjusted to focus the display A technician during installation and setup would normally adjust the lens Therefore if achieving a quality image through keypad commands fails call a technician for support Memor
14. e within the projection room and still control the projector This method of wireless communication works on the principle that the commands transmitted by the keypad are received by one of the two IR sensors on the projector and relayed to the internal electronics of the projector for processing It is important that the keypad is pointed in the direction of the projector when entering commands Ambient lighting and your location in the room will affect the transmission of commands If the projector does not respond immediately to the keypad commands entered check your location in relation to the projector and the amount of light present in the transmission path Wired Keypad An IR remote keypad can be converted into a wired keypad by connecting the 30 ft extension cable provided in the user s kit between the keypad and projector This method of control is suitable when the projection room has a large amount of light that would prevent normal IR transmission The advantage of using a wired keypad is that you can control a single projector while facing any direction when entering commands 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 2 2 Section 2 Operation 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual If you are using a wired keypad and decide to switch to remote you must not only unplug the cable from the top of the keypad but from the REMOCON jack on the input panel also The projector will not respond to any commands sent from the remote keypad while
15. ector Try selecting another projector again 3 The batteries in the remote control need replacement Refer to Section 2 Operation for details The transition between colors in an image is too harsh black to white no gray 1 Turn dither in Menu2 ON The picture sometimes appears blue or red when power is turned on Error code is 1 The appearance of an all blue or red picture is not an indication that a problem exists with the projector If there is no signal supplied to the digital input terminal then the picture appears blue If there is no signal supplied to the analog input terminal then the picture appears red Cannot achieve a clear focused image 1 The lens may not have been focused properly during setup and requires further manual adjustment Call a technician for support 4 1 Specifications Section 4 Specifications OVERALL SPECIFICATIONS Resolution Pixel Format H x V XGA 1024 x 768 Maximum Digitizing 80 MHz Sample Rate Brightness for GraphXMaster RPM 500 ANSI lumens max GraphXMaster C50 180 ft lamberts max Contrast Ratio 300 1 full field Gray Scale 8 bit A D 10 bits after dither Number of Displayable Colors 16 7 million Color Temperature Adjustable range 3200K to 9300K Color Wheel Pattern Blue Red 1 Green Red2 POWER REQUIREMENTS Power Supply Operating Range AC 100V to 240V 10 50 60 H
16. ector for the first time Installation and Setup instructions are provided in a separate Installation and Maintenance manual The following typographical conventions are used in this manual gt oS o gt oo WARNING Warning messages alert readers to situations that may result in serious injury or death such as the presence of non insulated dangerous voltage with the projector N CAUTION Caution messages alert readers to situations that may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Caution messages with an exclamation mark alert the readers to situations that may result in equipment damage NOTE messages provide supplementary information emphasize a point or provide a tip for easier operation Bold text and or Italic text emphasize important information or terms Numbered items indicate a step by step procedure Bullets indicate listed items where order is of no significance Software and on screen messages appear in quotation marks BUTTON AND KEY names appear in SMALL CAPS or boxed Eg The physical state of an item ON OFF appear in LARGE CAPS 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 1 2 Section 1 Introduction 1 1 The Projector 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual Disclaimer Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate and reliable Due to constant research however information is subject to change without notice Christie Digital Systems assumes no
17. ether on one cable 2 Sync on green the sync is part of the green video 3 Separate sync or H SYNC and V SYNC the horizontal and vertical components of the sync are on two separate cables The duration of each sync pulse generated by a computer The sync width is part of the blanking time A type of RGB video with digital characteristics The distance between the front feet of the projector and the screen Also called Projector to Screen Distance The frequency at which images are generated Vertical frequencies vary amongst sources Also called vertical scan rate 1999 GraphX Master User Manual A 4 Appendix A Glossary Viewing Angle gt Screens do not reflect equally in all directions Most light is reflected in a conical volume centered around the line of best viewing Maximum brightness is perceived if you are within the viewing cone defined by the horizontal and vertical viewing angles White Balance gt The color temperature of white used by the projector White Field gt The area of an image that is white only For example a full white field is an image that is white everywhere A 10 white field is a white area usually rectangular that occupies 10 of the image the remaining 90 is black 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual Appendix B Menu Tree 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual B 2 Appendix B Menu Tree NOTES 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual
18. for support The image is jittery or unstable 1 Clock and Phase settings may require adjustment From Menu select and adjust Clock and Phase until the desired image is displayed 2 Synchronization signals from the source are inadequate The display is missing a color component s 1 Is it possible one of the R G B keys on the keypad were accidentally turned off Use the following chart to determine which color component s are on or off Display a white image from the source first 2 Check RGB input connections Ensure all cables are connected to the projector and the source 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 3 4 Section 3 Troubleshooting Sympton Cause Action Sympton Cause Action Sympton Cause Action Sympton Cause Action 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual The projector stops responding to keypad commands after it has been in use for a period of time No error code exists 1 Check that there is nothing blocking the sensors 2 You may be too far away from the projector Move closer to the projector and point the keypad directly at the screen 3 Is it possible you were trying to select another projector to control and entered the incorrect remote ID number disabling the projector you are currently in control of Press and to see the status of the projector If disabled press and within one second enter the two digit set ID number to gain control of the proj
19. ge are of different lengths Side borders slant in or out producing a keystone shaped image The reproduction of the horizontal and vertical size of characters and or shapes over the entire screen When light from a projector is incident on a screen the light reflects from the screen such that the angle of reflection equals the angle of incidence The Line of Best Viewing is along the line of reflection The amount of visible light emitted by a light source is measured in lumens The amount of visible light per square meter incident on a surface 1 lux 1 lumen square meter 0 093 foot candles A list of selectable items displayed on the screen A distortion of the image which occurs when the borders are concave or convex The smallest discernible element of data from a computer generated image The phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to incoming data The frequency of the pixel sampling clock 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual Presentation Level Projector to Screen Distance Rear Screen Resizing Resolution lens Resolution projector RS 232 RS 422 Scan Frequency Scan Line Source Switcher Sync Sync Width TTL Video Throw Distance Vertical Frequency Appendix A Glossary A 3 The projector is at presentation level when only the image from a source is displayed When you are adjusting image settings you are not in presentation level although you can see the image in the background
20. hion Pixel picture element Pixel Phase Pixel Tracking gt gt Vv Vv Y Y YNN NY Appendix A Glossary The luminance brightness which results from one foot candle of illumination falling on a perfectly diffuse surface The frequency which scan lines are generated that varies between sources Also called horizontal scan rate or line rate A circular area of a screen where the image appears brighter than elsewhere on the screen The hot spot always appears along the line of sight and moves with the line of sight High gain screens and rear screens designed for slide or movie projection usually have a hot spot An adjustment that affects the display of an image Such image settings include contrast brightness tint blanking focus etc A physical connection route for a source input signal Signal sent from a source to the projector A device that accepts an input signal for display by the projector A method used by video tape players and some computers to double the vertical resolution without increasing the horizontal line rate If the resulting frame rate is too low the image may flicker depending on the image content A small push button device which allows the user to control projector settings and operation There is one keypad that can be configured to IR remote or Wired remote For more information refer to Section 2 A distortion of the image that occurs when the top and bottom borders of the ima
21. iginal factory and recommended setting for gamma is 2 Dither The dither setting can either be ON or OFF To create a smooth transition between colors in the displayed image dither should be ON In general when dither is ON various colored pixels are placed side by side in a pattern to simulate a color For example the human eye will perceive alternating black and white pixels as gray The original factory setting for dither is ON CSC There are three CSC Color Space Control presets available Normal White or RGB Each preset displays a different color purity variation For example red can be pure red or it can have a certain percentage of blue and green added to it This also applies to the colors green and blue A setup technician normally adjusts the variation in color purity for each CSC preset during installation and setup by accessing the Service menu The original factory and recommended setting is Normal Clock Adjusts the timing of the pixel sampling clock to match the timing of the incoming signal for RGB inputs It is necessary to adjust Clock when the image appears unstable with strong vertical banding Clock usually requires adjustment when a new external source is used When Clock is selected a smaller window appears with DIV and FINE options The best method of adjusting Clock is to display a test pattern with strong vertical lines and adjust the DIV setting first Adjust DIV until the vertical bands in
22. ion Sympton Cause Action Sympton Cause Action Sympton Cause Action 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual The projection unit will not turn ON when POWER ON is pressed An error code is displayed 1 Not enough time has passed between powering the projector down and up again Wait approximately 5 minutes after the lamp fan has turned off before attempting to turn the projector on again 2 There is an error code LED on the control unit of the projector It is possible that an internal error has occurred which requires the attention of a technician Call a technician for support The projection unit will not turn OFF when POWER OFF is pressed 1 The projector may be disabled Press and to see the status of the projector If the projector is disabled press and within one second enter the two digit set ID number to enable the projector No image is displayed 1 The main power is ON but the key has not been pressed yet Press Power on projector fans should immediately turn on 2 An incorrect source has been selected For analog input press the VIDEO key 3 The cable has not been connected to the external source Have a technician check that the connections between the external source and the projector are secure 4 The contrast level may be set too low Press to access the user menu and adjust the contrast level using the fa key 5 Lamp life has expired Lamp replacement is required Call a
23. ion You will notice the projector refreshes and displays the image with the saved settings Tips 1 Ensure you are in the correct memory location before you begin modifying user menu items The first line displayed in a user menu window identifies the current memory location 2 Keep track of the various memory locations created to eliminate the guesswork when trying to achieve a customized setup that has already been created to suit a user s preference or a specific source Depending on the type of installation you can select to send keypad commands to a single projector or simultaneously send commands to all projectors in a network Each projector is identified by a two digit ID number which is typically assigned by a technician during installation and setup To control a single projector in a network 1 Press and enter the two digit code assigned to the projector you want to control within one second If the correct ID number was successfully entered the message Remote ID Enable appears If an incorrect ID number was entered all projectors in the network become disabled and the Section 2 Operation 2 11 message Remote ID Disabled is displayed on each screen in red NOTE The ID number displayed is the number entered If the projector is already enabled and you press Remote ID is displays on screen in yellow 2 From this point you can continue with normal operation To broadcast to all projectors
24. le menu item Test Setup technicians use the key during installation and setup to verify color performance of the projector A single key press displays a completely white image at the current intensity settings A second key press displays the same white image but with all colors at full intensity A third key press displays the image at presentation level Normal Press the key to reset the present setting for Bright Contrast Clock Phase and Clamp to the original factory setting NOTE As a precaution the projector prompts the user to accept the condition that resetting is about to take place before the action is completed This gives the user the opportunity to decline and return to presentation level without affecting the settings Number Keys Use the number keys on the keypad to enter numerical data for items such as memory locations or Remote ID number 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 2 6 Section 2 Operation 2 3 Navigating the Menus 2 4 Adjusting the Image 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual There are two user menus available from which you can adjust the image Menu2 items usually require adjustment when a new source has been selected and Menul items can be adjusted at any point during operation When a user menu is accessed the projector is no longer considered in presentation level even though the image can be seen in the background To return to presentation level you must exit the menu by pressing
25. mmediately disappears from the screen The fans continue working and automatically turn off after approximately 2 minutes when the lamp has cooled NOTE It is recommended that 30 minutes elapse after powering up the projector before any adjustments are made to the image Pic Mute Press to turn the projected image ON or OFF When is toggled OFF the image is no longer displayed and the screen is black and remains that way until the key is toggled back ON Display Use the key to display the properties of the projector A small window is displayed on screen with the following information current software version current date total number of hours the projector has been in am use total number of hours the lamp has been Input Select Ana in use type of input selected and the Set projector ID number Input Keys A B Video and Y C Use the input keys to select available input signals Press VIDEO to select the standard analogue RGB input If using digital input an option available for future use press A There is no input signal associated with the keys B and Y C If you select one of these keys during operation your screen will go blank Reselect the correct input key to return to the image Menu 1 Press to display User Menu1 Menul provides you with menu options necessary to fine adjust an image You can adjust Brightness Contrast White Balance Gamma Dithering and Color Space Control See 2 5 User Menul
26. ntrast setting may be set too high If the image does not seem bright enough the contrast setting may be set too low You can adjust contrast in the range of 0 to 150 The original factory setting is 100 White Balance Adjusts the amount of color that appears in white Three presets are available Low Middle and High A technician during installation and setup determines the percentage of red green and blue that is added to a pure color Technicians can adjust the presets if necessary by accessing the Service menu With original factory settings a White Balance set to Low makes the whites in the image appear reddish An image with White Balance set to Middle or High appears sharp with little change in the whites of the image The original factory and recommended setting is Middle Gamma Adjust to emphasize detail in an image When gamma is set correctly there should be a smooth transition between white and black color levels There are six gamma presets available If the image appears dull the gamma setting is probably set too high The transition from white to black is unbalanced there are more white color levels than black If the image appears too dark the gamma setting is probably set too low The transition between white and black is also unbalanced with more black color levels and very little white 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 2 8 Section 2 Operation 2 6 User Menu2 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual The or
27. the extension cable is still plugged into the control unit Depending on projector accessibility this option may or may not be suitable Replacing the batteries The keypad works on 4 AA size alkaline batteries Periodically these batteries require replacement Batteries are required for both IR and wired keypad configurations To replace batteries 1 Turn the keypad over to access the small battery compartment cover 2 Push the small tab in and up at the same time lifting the cover completely off 3 Remove the four old batteries from within the compartment and properly discard 4 Orient and place each new battery into the compartment indicated by the diagram etched into the compartment 5 Insert the bottom edge of the cover into the rim of the compartment and gently push the upper portion of the cover down until it snaps into place If you don t hear a click the cover is not in position Remove the cover and try again ensuring the bottom edge of the cover gets inserted into the rim Keypad Guidelines There are several keypad guidelines to follow when using the keypad e Press one key at a time when entering keypad commands e Hold down the arrow key to continuously repeat the action For example when increasing or decreasing the setting of a menu item e Do not delay between key presses when entering commands Some commands require each key press to be made within one second of each other to be valid e If using
28. u note all the symptoms of the problem before attempting to correct it If you are unable to resolve the problem yourself contact a technician or dealer for technical support Use the following segment to determine what the problem is Find the symptom that best describes the situation Read and then follow the recommended actions carefully NOTE Some of the symptom descriptions include the possible state of the LED indicators although they can t be seen unless you access the projectors control unit Sympton The projection unit will not turn ON when POWER ON is pressed The STAND BY indicator is not lit Cause Action 1 The power cord may be disconnected Check the power connection at the wall outlet and the projector Ensure the MAIN POWER ON OFF switch is ON before you press Power on Sympton The projection unit will not turn ON when POWER ON is pressed The STAND BY indicator is lit and red Cause Action 1 The batteries to the IR remote control unit may be weak Check and if necessary replace the batteries Refer to Section 2 Operation 2 The sensors may be blocked and no signal is being transmitted Ensure the sensors are not blocked 3 The keypad may be damaged Try using a different keypad if available 4 The lamp cover may not be in place Ask a technician to check that the lamp cover is on and secured correctly 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 3 2 Section 3 Troubleshooting Sympton Cause Act
29. utput The frequency range of the projector s video amplifier The speed at which serial communications travel from their origin The GraphXMaster can be set at a baud rate of 9600 bps or 19200 bps In projection brightness usually describes the amount of light emitted from a surface such as a screen It is measured in ANSI lumens foot lamberts or candelas per square meter Unit of measure for measuring intensity of light The coloration reddish white bluish greenish etc of white in an image measured using the Kelvin K temperature scale Higher temperatures output more light The degree of difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the image Controllers are network based graphics systems that operate as a single node on a network Controller manage multiple inputs and displays them on a display wall as one screen The alignment of the red green and blue elements of a projected image Digital Micromirror Device used in the GraphXMaster for processing red green and blue color data A type of rear projection screen which spreads the light striking it Screen gain is less than 1 but audience viewing angles are increased The intensity of visible light per square foot 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual A 2 Foot lambert Horizontal Frequency Hot Spot Image Setting Input Input Signal Interface Interlace Keypad Keystone Linearity Line of Best Viewing Lumen Lux Menu Pincus
30. y locations can be created if you are constantly switching between various external sources Since these sources usually generate different input signals it may be suitable to create a memory location to store customized settings for that source Memories do not automatically switch based on the source You manually select them each time that source is used A memory location can also be created to store customized settings for certain presentations or to suit a user s preference By setting up a memory location you can quickly and easily adjust the presentation by recalling the settings stored in that memory block Up to 16 memory locations can be created To create a memory location 1 Press on the keypad The message Memory Select 01 appears on screen Using the number keys on the keypad enter a new two digit code eg B The message Memory Select 02 appears on screen The image will be displayed with the original factory settings If you entered a code that was previously created the image will be displayed with the customized settings saved for that memory location 2 Press Lese to clear the message from the screen From this point you can access a menu and make any adjustments necessary Any adjustments you make will be saved in the current memory location when you exit the menu To recall a memory location 1 Press and enter the two digit code to recall the customized settings already saved in a memory locat
31. z Line Frequency 50 60 Hz Noise Level lt 52dB Power Consumption 220W 10 300VAC Max inrush current 100V 240V 30 60 amps Max inrush current 100V 240V 3 0 1 5 amps PROJ ECTION LENS Throw Ratio 0 73 1 nominal Image Size Range 40 to 80 diagonal LAMP Lamp Type UHP Lamp Life 8000 hours typical Power 100 watts INPUT COMPATIBILITY RGB analogue Horizontal Frequency Range 46 50 kHz Vertical Frequency Range 59 61 Hz Pixel Clock Rate 40 67 MHz analog 42 60 MHz digital Impedance 75 ohms 1999 GraphXMaster User Manual 4 2 Section 4 Specifications INPUT COMPATIBILITY Sync Impedance 1K ohms 75 ohms Type Separate H and V Sync Polarities Positive and Negative Input Levels 0 0 5V low 2 5 5 0V high Control Ports RS 232 C bi directional D Sub 9 pin male RS 422A In between projectors D Sub 9 pin female RS 422A Out between projectors D Sub 9 pin female Contact switch D Sub 9 pin female Wired Remote Input 3 5 Jack mono 1 8 mini Infrared Remote IR Receiver SOURCE SELECTIONS Analog Input Type 1 RGBHV B N C X 5 Digital Input 1 LVDS 24 bit version for future use Analog Timing Recommendation VESA Standard XGA Horizontal 48kHz Vertical 6
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