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Mirage 2000/4000/6000 User`s Manual

1. Proj 001 Proj 002 Proj 003 o o o d D ci D D n n N il D C D d D d m 13 d Bi a D D D d n d n d D d n d D d D d D Q ls w D D q n a n n a D d n la est B d D d D 0 LY D n d oeeo mae D cd o o o o url UuT T UT I JRS 232 Proj 001 Proj 002 Proj 003 o o D ci D C D D d ae D D d D d Gas D d n C A m D C D 4 n 5 D D D C a D C D d dn TI sas ol N Cl mm D d D g M DATE 5 eee W 2 D d l f Soc D d n 5 d e s e e es Ol J p o o o 181 url I uriTT Proj 001 Proj 002 Proj 003 o o o o D D d n a D a D d D s xi c Bl D d D a l T D C T s D D 0 D 3 D D d 5 D 2 2 D m d ol D Qd fo e ol D d D q TY eee 2 ee J c 5 5 f D d _ D d D E LISADE D s ll D c D uri11 h wii Use either or both network cable types RS 422 RS 232 Use eit
2. uri11 RS 422 RS 232 p e Connect both network cable types Use controller desired RS 232 messages remain RS 232 only RS 422 messages remain RS 422 only Connect both NOTE Programming for the RS 232 controller must be compatible vvith the RS 422 controller Baud rates must be the same Figure 2 29 Two Types of Split Networks Projector Numbers Each projector can be assigned a unique 3 digit projector number for example 001 These numbers are necessary when you are working with multiple linked projectors enabling you to direct commands to a certain projector rather than always broadcasting to the entire network For complete information on how to assign projector numbers see 3 7 Configuring System Parameters NOTE To loop a single incoming video source through to another projector or display device on a network see Video Loop Through in 2 4 Source Connections Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 29 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 1 2 30 Me At manufacture every keypad is assigned A as its default protocol which is simply 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion Remote Keypad Protocol IR OR WIRED KEYPAD a collection of settings that determine how the keypad operates Once assigned this protocol remains in effec
3. JE 06 096 ANNANANNANNANNNA eeeee gt With your sync Z screen and if desired emitter m m connected as described in 3 10 3D Images enter a checkmark default This will invert the sync signal so that left right image data is seen by the intended eye producing a proper perspective in the display Delete the checkmark if you do not want to invert the signal via your Stereo3D Interface Module 3 38 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION 3 7 Configuring System Parameters System Configuration And Diagnostics NOTE This option has no function unless the Stereo3D Interface Module is used By default the checkbox is checked and the signal inverted White Boost Not available in this projector PLL Loop Gain See description in Size and Position Noise Reduction requires optional ADP Module Select the amount of image noise reduction desired with O applying no noise reduction default and 10 applying maximum noise reduction The higher the value the softer the image Horizontal Filter requires optional ADP Module Select the amount of horizontal filtering desired for the current source Note that the default setting of 0 allows the projector to optimize the amoun
4. Jajdepy su 7 XHdVtEBISIA FLON su 7 1002 dcd sos b S Z 06 G E 7 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual THROW DISTANCE MH OSC 002 G M 59uel1siq 001 001 OS 10 2 f04d Jo 5 1401 O u 12s 101 p nse u MOJYL IWOOZ L Z OL GL n UPIM u 15S oz ET 4 ldepy Sua XHdVt BISIA s nb y 3 ION SUS WOOZ Havas 1 2 TP 06 Ge Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual E 8 Appendix F Optional Input Modules There are many optional input modules and accessories currently available for this projector Contact your dealer for a complete and up to date listing Marquee Marquee Signal Switcher is a rack mountable signal selector which can greatly Signal Switcher increase the number of analog sources inputs available to the projector Connected 38 801050 xx to INPUT 1 a single switcher provides up to 9 more sources to the projector Additional Marquee Signa
5. Eye oq 9 COA RIO im sa l n m s hz a E uu A m sz iz im uz uz m x ku mm bu m maz miz m mimi O e n 9 RWC GE Left etd Eye 7777777777777775 c Ideal Synchronization Mirrors active A Left Right gt x Dark Interval Dark Interval Right 04 LCD Gating I S s s x Example 1 Left og 7 Eye 1 7 700 All shutter switching occurs during dark interval between frames Figure 3 36 Examples of Poor and Ideal Synchronization 2 Dark nterval projector control note not always required For slower gating technologies you may also need to artificially increase the amount of dark time between displayed frames so that shutters have even more time to open close and each eye sees the full display intended for it Figure 3 36B Symptoms are more subtle than cross talk if the dark interval is too brief for proper gating you may notice an apparent color temperature problem with some whites or grays appearing with a slight red green or blue tint This color artifact is particularly easy to diagnose in a grayscale test pattern displayed in 3D mode 1 e with Minimum Delay In the Image Settings menu increase the Dark Interval as necessary until the grayscale is correct you may also have to increase the internal delay when using a longer Dark Interval Note that the Dark Interval default is approx
6. Detail Tint video only Color Tint Detail 050 Adjust 277 Adjust red green balance hue Video l OSD Contrast Cont Bright Vol Menu Turn menus on off e Adjust difference toggle between light dark v Volume f Enter Exit No function Brightness M Adjust amount f light in i Of light in image AON Rogge Lightbulb e Select a highlighted ightbu oni item 55 e lluminate keys e Change a value Exit e Accept a changed i vale s y Return to previous Arrovv Keys Channel Move highlight within 2 i Select channel setup menu Input Chan Proj e Adjust a setting Projector up down e Select projector s 1 2 3 Help Help e Display context Input e Select other sensitive help switcher slot location 4 5 6 Test toggle Test Display selected Number Keys 7 8 9 Mute test patterns Enter a number Mute such as channel e Hide current menu input profector etc 0 Shutter Stby Power Power Shutter Turn projector on off Open or close lens Pe Standby optional e Turn image offlon a toggle key Press and hold to toggle Press and release followed with AON or VOFF Figure 3 3 Keypad Specific keypad commands are explained below Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 5 OPERATION 1 3 6 Power ON OFF Press and hold for approximately 1 second to turn the projector on or off with a single key press O
7. This setting provides good black levels and high contrast under optimum viewing conditions for virtually all types of images including Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION video HDTV and computer graphics Default is the only gamma setting available when using the Adjust Primary Colors CDS feature see 3 77 Using Multiple Projectors ENHANCED This setting elevates middle gray levels compared to Default and provides a more gradual rolled off transition to maximum white Together these differences can improve the appearance of many kinds of images HIGH AMBIENT This setting elevates low gray levels compared to the Default and Enhanced settings In high ambient light conditions details can be seen in the dark parts of an image that would otherwise be difficult to perceive PAL SECAM This setting results in a darker image with higher contrast The gamma curve more closely matches the official standard for PAL and SECAM video signals LINEAR This setting is a straight linear transition from black to white For normal source signals it results in a picture of low contrast with highly elevated low and mid level grays It should be used only with sources that have their own pre applied gamma control COLOR TEMPERATURE SETUP Use the Color Temperature Setup submenu to apply alter add or copy a color temperature or if you want to use an unaltered factory default color temperatu
8. BRIGHTNESS UNIFORMITY Brightness Uniformity provides further refinement of screens already matched for their primary colors see Adjust Primary Colors above and overall light output creating an exceptionally smooth screen in which no area of the screen appears brighter and or more red green or blue than another Selecting this option activates the Brightness Uniformity menu where you can enable the Uniformity Enable checkbox and access a multitude of adjustments for critical color light output control in specific areas throughout the image Brightness Uniformity settings are applied as long as the Uniformity Enable checkbox is enabled and you are using the User 1 color temperature defined by the controls To disable the Brightness Uniformity function delete the Uniformity Enable checkmark Auto Power Up Enter a check mark to enable the projector to automatically power up after losing power due to a power failure or due to unplugging the projector during operation Note that unsaved display adjustments may be lost Diagnostics and Calibration From the Diagnostics and Diagnostics and Calibration Calibration submenu you can 1 Test Pattern Geomet Y access several options for testing 2 Freeze Image and setup of images You can 3 Color Enable White v work with test patterns and 4 Odd Pixel Adjustment specific colors freeze an Image for Inspection and or access the Odd Pixel Adjustment menu for precision
9. LZ Z NN Y RZ RZ f Video Decoder 1 LOOP 21 1 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE ED GREEN BLUE 575 VERT SVVITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT DO tex 2 POWER 9 pin D style connections From computer or previous projector To next projector Figure 2 25 Adding Another Projector via RS 232 RS 422 NETWORK To control multiple projectors with a computer controller having an RS 422 interface first set them all to the same baud rate needed then chain the projectors together by connecting the RS 422 PORT 2 connector of the first projector already connected to the computer controller to the RS 422 PORT 1 connector of the next projector in the chain From computer Two Way Controller or previous projector To next proj IMPORTANT Use Use the RS 422 port ONLY if your either system supports RS 422 serial communications Connecting to the RS 422 port with incompatible equipment may DAMAGE the equipment Port 1 lt j RS 422 e Port 2 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO 2 9 56 O L Loop l i le ier INPUT 1 REMOTE GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT STATUS 5 AS OG POWER Figure 2 26 Adding Another Projector via RS 422 2 26 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manu
10. RS 232 Serial Input Output Number of connectors Connector type RS 422 Serial Input Output Number of connectors Connector type Wired Control Input Optional wired keypad 5 2 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 0 5V pp 5 0V pp OV 5V 75 ohms nominal e Separate H and V e Bi level or tri level sync on green e Bi level or tri level composite Positive or negative 1 2 1 dB 200 MHz 3 1 ntwrk in 1 ntwrk out 1 for switcher 9 pin D 2 6 pin XLR 3 pin XLR connector en SPECIFICATIONS Power Requirements Lamp A General Mirage 2000 Voltage range auto switching Line frequency Max inrush current Max current rating Max power consumption Line cord rating Mirage 4000 Voltage range auto switching Line frequency Max inrush current Max current rating Max power consumption Line cord rating Mirage 6000 Voltage range auto switching Line frequency Max inrush current Max current rating Max power consumption Line cord rating Line Cord Heavy duty high current 10 amp A Plug 100 to 240 VAC 10 50 60 Hz nominal 50 amps 9 amps 100V 900 watts High current 10 amp 100 to 240 VAC 10 50 60 Hz nominal 60 amps 11 5 amps 100V 1150 watts Heavy duty high current 13 amp 200 to 240 VAC 10 50 60 Hz nominal 60 amps 8 5 amps 200V 1700 watts Heavy duty high current 10 amp Mirage 2000 4000 NEMA 5 15P 15A 125 250V Mirage 6000
11. submenu to alter methods or 2 FrontIR AorB v types of communication to and 3 BackIR 6 AorB v from one or more projectors 4 Wired Keypad AorB vi NOTE Changes made to the 5 Broadcast Key Communications submenu will be 6 Projector 000 saved upon exit of the menu ie TS RCTS m Figure 3 25 Communications Menu Baud Rate The baud rate setting determines the speed of communication to and 1 1200 from the projector By default the projector baud rate is set to 19200 2 2400 Setting the correct speed is important when you are controlling the 3 9600 projector with an external device such as a computer or another 4 19200 projector via an RS 232 or RS 422 port You must set the projector baud rate at these ports to match the baud rate of the controlling gt 7 115200 device If you are unsure about what baud rate to choose refer to the documentation for the controlling device In an existing network if you discover that a projector has the wrong baud rate make sure to use the pull down list and select the correct baud rate with the key do not just scroll this control with lt and keys NOTE 1 The baud rate setting does not affect the switcher port which is always 9600 baud 2 See Serial Port Connections and Appendix D for more information about cable connections between devices Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 43 OPERATION 1 3 44 Front IR Back IR 1 AorB As described in Secti
12. 71 UnabletoaccessEEPROMontheICM j 72 EEPROM memory has re initialized a 00 207 OPTIONAL INTERFACE MODULE Unable to program the option card If you encounter a system error try resetting the projector by powering it off and on again cooling if necessary Contact dealer factory if error persists 3 2 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual Section 4 Maintenance 4 1 Warnings and Guidelines Labels and Markings Projector Location This projector is CSA approved and is designed for safe and reliable operation However safe operation cannot be assured by design alone installers maintainers and users must maintain a safe operating environment for the system Please read through and understand the following warnings and guidelines promoting safe usage of the projector A WARNING A Always REMOVE the lens when shipping a projector A wARNING A Never look directly into the projector lens The extremely high brightness of this projector can cause permanent eye damage A WARNING A 2 For protection from ultraviolet radiation keep all projector shielding intact during operation Observe and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the projector The exclamation point within the equilateral triangle alerts the user to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the projector The lightning flash and arrowhead symbol within the equilate
13. Auto in the Input Levels submenu Wait for all 6 values to stabilize Alternatively do not use Auto reduce blacklevels manually instead Judge by eye and change one or more of the six levels as necessary to obtain proper blacks and whites You may want to see Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 35 OPERATION 1 3 36 only a certain color while adjusting use the Color Enable option described below 6 Delete the Auto checkmark and leave the Input Levels menu IMPORTANT Do not use Input Levels to adjust color temperature This will distort Contrast and Brightness functions as well as color temperature CLAMP TIP This option full name sync tip clamping can brighten the image produced from certain high resolution high frequency graphic sources Enter a checkmark if the image appears unusually dim if there are horizontal streaks across the image or if there is significant color drift Delete the checkmark if the image is either sufficiently bright or overly bright This option is useful for non 3D as well as 3D NOTE The sync tip clamping option is not used for video sources or any RGB source with sync information on the video e g sync on green COLOR ENABLE Select which color or colors you want to see useful while working with color temperature white levels or input levels NOTES L Input levels apply for the current source only but for any color temperature used 2 Assuming that color te
14. Graphics Workstation or PC Passive Polarizing Glasses L R Synchronization StereoGraphics Signal Z Screen NOTE For multiple synchronized displays use the EMITTER port on the Stereo3D Interface Module to loop the L R Synchronization Signal through to the next Stereo3D Interface Module IMI W Graphics Workstation or PC Figure 3 34 Typical 3D Configuration Passive Glasses amp Stereo3D Components e APPROPRIATE 3D SOURCE Signals from your 3D source workstation or PC must be customized to precisely match the processing capabilities of the projector In addition the source must provide a separate synchronization signal that precisely controls when left right fields are visible through the viewer s glasses e INVERTER In this projector 3D processing introduces a single frame delay Without correction 1 reversal image data intended for one eye would be delayed and seen by the other images would lose their 3D quality entirely If a 3D source cannot invert the signal thereby synchronizing the left right shutters in your 3D glasses to match the images displayed by the projector you must invert via a left right TTL inverter or use the Srereo3D Interface Module and Stereo3D checkbox in the Image Settings menu Either configuration ensures that shutter changes in the glasses allow each eye to receive the image data intended for it regaining the 3D effect of the display NOTE
15. HANI INSTALLATION amp SETUP Vertical amp Horizontal Position THE VERTICAL POSITION of the projector in relation to the screen also depends on the size of the screen and the lens type Correct vertical position helps ensure that the image will be rectangular in shape rather than keystoned having non parallel sides and that image focus and brightness both remain optimized In addition vertical position of the image can be offset that is moved up or done either by turning the top knob on the front of the projector the one nearest to the IR sensor in non motorized projectors or through software In motorized projectors Offsets range up to 130 depending on the specific lens whether it is motorized or not what amount of zoom is in effect and whether or not you are also offsetting horizontally See Table 2 1 for the maximum percentage of the image that can be displayed above or below the center of each type of motorized lens These image offsets are also illustrated in Figure 2 9 NOTE Shown are approximate motorized offset ranges manual offsets standard in Mirage 2000 4000 6000 may differ Table 2 1 Maximum of Image Offset from Lens Center Lens Type Max Recommended Image Offset 91 0100 a104 0100 a128 0100 NOTE VistaGRAPHX lens Threaded lens adapter required The 0 8 1 lens is not recommended for use in SXGA models Motorized ZOOM feature is not available for VistaGRAPHX lenses Mirage 2000 4
16. LU o STATUS oe POWER Figure 2 12 Rear Connector Panel ED GREEN BLUE a VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT D Graphics or Video Input 1 Serial Control RS 232 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 13 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 1 2 14 RGB Signals INPUT 1 provides 5 BNCs connectors for linking to a variety of sources typically to an RGB source such as VGA SVGA XGA Mac PowerMac DEC Sun SGI and others This projector supports multiple sync types with RGB signals sync on green composite sync and separate H amp V syncs NOTE Depending on the source you may need a custom adapter cable with BNC connectors at the projector end and a different type of connector at the other such as a 15 pin D connector for computer sources Contact your dealer Connect the SYNC BNC input s first Then connect the red green and blue source outputs to the RED GREEN and BLUE BNCs on the INPUT 1 panel If the source uses sync on green only the red green and blue connections are required If the source provides a composite sync output connect it to the SYNC input labeled HOR COMP If the source provides separate horizontal and vertical sync outputs connect horizontal sync to the SYNC input labeled HOR COMP and connect vertical sync to SYNC input labeled VERT See Figure 2 13 NOTES 1 If for some reason the projector fails to recognize as an RGB signal
17. en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Folded Optics Jp 2 4 Source Connections In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited a mirror may be used to fold the optical path See right The position of the projector and mirror must be accurately set if considering this type of installation call your dealer for assistance The rear panel of the projector provides standard input panels to which you may connect a variety of sources See Figure 2 12 the lower left area INPUT 1 typically accepts an RGB signal from an external RGB source or it can also be used for YPbPr signals or additional video sources The upper right panel the optional Video Decoder Module accepts only composite video at INPUT 3 or S video at INPUT 4 from devices such as VCRs laser disk players or DVD players There are also several optional interfaces available for connecting other sources at INPUT 2 Such an option installs in the upper left area just above INPUT 1 NOTE For all connections use only high quality shielded cables Serial Control RS 422 O O Port 1 O O Optional Optional Input 57 wane 77 Video Decoder Input 2 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO Input Input 3 Input 4 1 LOOP oJ Y C A A SZ SZ Vide L LOOP 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE
18. 2 22 3 10 Operating Tips 2 22 Troubleshooting 4 14 Image Adjustments 3 22 Image Orientation 2 20 3 39 Image Settings 3 28 InMenu Checkbox 3 22 Input Connection 2 1 2 13 Definition of 3 17 Selecting Switching 3 17 Selection 2 1 Input 1 2 14 Extra Video Sources 2 18 Input 2 2 19 Input 3 Connection 2 15 Input 4 Connection 2 15 2 16 Input Key 3 6 Input Levels 3 34 Input Video Black 3 33 Installation Front Screen 2 4 Horizontal Position 2 11 Leveling 2 12 Quick Setup 2 1 Rear Screen 2 4 2 13 Room Lighting 2 6 Types 2 3 Vertical Position 2 9 Intelligent Lens System Description and Use 2 22 3 10 Operating Tips 2 22 Troubleshooting 4 14 Intensity Lamp Mode 3 48 Interfaces Optional 2 19 Interpolated 3 32 Interpolated Color 3 30 3 32 Invalid Channel 3 70 Invert Stereo3D 3 38 IR Sensors 3 4 3 44 K Keypad Guidelines 3 4 Types 3 4 Keypad Batteries 4 3 Keypad Protocol 2 30 3 12 3 44 4 12 Changing in Keypad 2 30 Conflicts 2 32 Default 2 30 3 12 Hard wired 2 30 Software Method 2 32 Keypad IR Remote 4 3 Description and Use 3 4 Specifications 5 4 Keypad Wired 3 4 3 44 Keystone 2 9 3 28 L Lamp Cleaning 4 3 Mode 3 47 Recording Serial Number 3 49 Specifications 5 3 Lamp Counter 4 4 Lamp History 3 49 Lamp Hours 3 46 Lamp Limit 3 47 Lamp Menu 3 46 Lamp Message 3 46 Lamp Modes Intensity 3 47 Max Brightness 3 47 Power 3 47 Lamp Replacemen
19. 3 15 Slidebars Double 3 15 Slidebars Direct 3 23 Slot 3 22 Source Connection 2 1 Specifying a Location 3 6 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual INDEX Wa wap a hw s K X G II I P I II I _ EW lt IIKY O I I WHWIE I I III IIWII gI c w c c w wrFw a c w 8 Source Setup See Channel Split Network 3 45 Options for Setup 2 28 When to Use 3 45 Split Networks And Downloads 2 28 Stacking 2 3 Standby Key 3 7 Status LEDs 3 3 Status Menu 3 49 Stereo3D Interface Module Hardware Configurations 3 53 Stereo3DTM Interface Module Using the Emitter Port 3 53 3 54 S Video Connecting 2 16 Extra 2 18 Loop Through 2 18 Switcher 3 22 3 43 Switcher Connection 2 19 Sync Def and types 5 Test Key 3 12 Test Patterns 3 41 Text Editing 3 16 Throw Distance 2 1 4 15 Definition 2 8 Sample 2 8 Tiling Setup 3 59 Resizing 3 60 Time outs 3 14 Tint Key 3 8 3 30 Toggle Keys 3 8 Troubleshooting 4 12 3D 3 57 Two Way Controller 3 4 U User Color Temperatures 3 32 V VCR Checkbox 3 34 Vertical Offset How to Adjust 3 2 Vertical Position 3 27 Vertical Stretch 3 26 Video 3 2 Formats 5 2 Video Options 3 33 Video Standard 3 33 Video Termination 2 17 2 18 3 34 Volume Key 3 9 W White Boost 3 39 White Levels 3 32 Wired Keypad 3 44 eee INDEX Y 2 YPbPr 3 29 Zoom 2 2 2 21 3 1 Connecting 2 15 Troubleshooting for Motorized
20. 30 seconds Channel entry In the menu system settings that include this icon apply universally to any incoming signal Most of the function menus allow you to change settings by using slidebars checkboxes and pull down lists To select a slidebar toggle a checkbox status or view a pull down list do one of the following within the function menu e Enter the menu option number corresponding to the setting you wish to change for example press 3J for Vertical Stretch in Size amp Position menu Or move the highlight to the desired parameter and press Ete Or move the highlight to the option desired and press 4z or gt e Or bypass menus entirely and use a single key to immediately access an adjustment note applies only to options having their own key such as Color Tint Detail Contrast Brightness Pixel and Position Once selected change the setting as desired see below and press to save and return to the current function menu Slidebars in menus The current value for a given option such as size or vertical stretch appears to the left of its slidebar icon This number may express a percentage or specific units such as pixels degrees Kelvin etc depending on the option Press lt or to gradually adjust the setting up or down both the number and the length of the bar change accordingly for continuous adjustment hold down the desired arrow key Or press to activate a slidebar text box for spec
21. S Video Input Module 38 804608 xx PC250 Analog Input Module 38 804609 xx OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES The Composite S Video Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives either composite video or S video input signals from tape or disk players do not connect both types of signals simultaneously Video inputs are 75S terminated Video outputs are provided for buffered loop through to another display device NOTE S VIDEO HAS our PRIORITY 7 R 7 bl 4 COMPOSITE o N L z VIDEO zr INPUT MODULE AUDIO IN 801004 Composite S video Features 0 BNC connectors for composite RGB signals Q 4 pin mini DIN connectors for S Video signals 0 buffered loop through video outputs NOTES 1 This interface is not a decoder NTSC PAL or SECAM signals must connect to the video decoder installed at INPUT 3 INPUT 4 2 The audio connectors are not functional 3 For use with this projector do not connect both composite video and S video signals to the Composite S Video Input Module connect one or the other even when plugged into a switcher The PC250 Analog Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives analog RGB input signals from IBM PC compatibles or Macintosh computers Video inputs are 75S terminated Video outputs are provided for buffered loop throug
22. amp SETUP 2 7 2 8 Leveling Zoom Focus amp Lens Offset Zoom Focus Lens Offset For most installations the lens surface of the proJector is parallel to the screen this prevents major keystoning of d the image 1 e an image 1 EL with non parallel sides In NO ONS 2 addition projector must 5 be kept level irom side to Figure 2 21 Adjusting the Feet Height side in order for the lamp to function safely To make small corrections to the projector s level rotate each leg as necessary to raise or lower For angled installations see Special Mounting under 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting earlier in this section N Once the projector is properly set up and producing an image you are ready to make quick lens adjustments Refer to 3 3 Using the Keypad and 3 4 Navigating the Menus if you are unfamiliar with using the keypad and menu system NOTE A non motorized lens mount is standard NON MOTORIZED If you have a zoom lens installed turn the textured ring of the lens barrel to decrease or increase the size of the image at the current throw distance MOTORIZED If you have a zoom lens installed press to display the Lens Control menu Select the Zoom option 121 and adjust image size as desired with 4 or gt Refer back to Figure 2 1 A wARNING A Keep fingers away from the lens opening when operating the motori
23. default except for automatically defined channels with unchanged parameters this defined channel will then appear in the list available when key is pressed If unchecked the channel must be accessed via on the keypad or via the Auto Source function NOTE On screen display of the channel list is an option that must be set in the Menu Preferences menu e AUTO SOURCE If checked default the projector can automatically locate this channel when an incoming input signal matches If not checked the projector can locate the selected channel only when it is directly selected via on the keypad and a change in input signal will not result in a channel change e PREVIOUS CHANNEL Select this option to see or change Channel Edit settings for the previous channel in the Channel Setup list NEXT CHANNEL Select this option to see or change Channel Edit settings for the next channel in the Channel Setup list Most options for source specific image adjustments can be accessed through two menus Size and Position Me U and Image Settings Meu 2 both of which are listed in the Main menu While in either of these two menus you can change settings affecting the image from the current channel by working with the appropriate slidebars checkboxes and pull down lists will always return to the previous menu or to the presentation if from the Main menu and accept any changes you may have made Or you may prefer to begin with an automated setup
24. depending on the function Otherwise the 7LS function will not recognize the final tweaked value when you return to this channel and lens performance will appear inaccurate In general use small incremental fine tuning only if the direction of lens movement has not changed during an adjustment See Figure 2 22 Alternatively simply enter a new position to reverse direction For example if the current setting is 2000 enter 2001 to start moving up then press gt If current setting is 2001 enter 2000 to start moving down then press lt Lens Control Focus 3140 Adjust with or gt 2 Zoom 571 1 gt Avoid tweaking with 3 Lens Horizontal Offset 4881 opposite key if using ILS 4 Lens Vertical Offset 2664 5 Intelligent Lens System 6 Calibrate Lens Enter checkmark to save 7 Center Lens these lens settings in current channel memory Figure 2 22 Lens Settings and the ILS e When adjusting lens offsets slidebar values will not reach extremes of 0 or 9999 This is normal and does not mean that corresponding lens mount movements failed to reach their physical extremes Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 23 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 1 Mn NOTE Communication software is required for serial control Contact your dealer 2 24 2 9 Serial Port Connections If using a computer You may wish to use equipment other than the key
25. red or blue are lower than green during adjustment in the White Uniformity menu their values will reach 0 first causing the slidebar to stop earlier than expected JUDGE BY EYE OR USE A METER Good brightness uniformity can be achieved with either 3 66 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION Step 1 General Setup 1a Adjust primary colors see Matching Colors in Multiple Screens for this procedure This ensures matched overall color temperatures and light output between screens A important Double check that all WHITES and LIGHT OUTPUT are well matched See Step 3f of the Matching Colors in Multiple Screens procedure Use a color meter if necessary 1b Enable the Brightness Uniformity checkbox menu 4 6 2 This will enable access to the uniformity Brightness Uniformity controls and will apply the settings to your 1 Uniformity Enable m 2 Test Pattern 9 Left Uniformity 4 Right Uniformity 5 Top Uniformity 6 Bottom Uniformity 7 White Uniformity 8 Color Temp Setup 9 Lamp Use or disable Brightness Uniformity Refer to HELP for instructions 1c Select the 13 Point test pattern for display m O This pattern provides 9 screen zones with 13 targets FOR BEST RESULTS Rather than m a examining the CENTER of each zone when assessing Brightness Uniformity adjustments focus on extreme EDGES as indicated in the illustrati
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27. 0 1 p4WH 48 73k 60 01 02 iDig 15 display FUNC A 0 1 1560 33 72k 60 00 Channel Copy Delete 1 Copy Do you wish to delete this channel setup 2 Delete default gt Delete Channel Setup Cancel 3 Delete Unlocked Only 4 Delete All Channels Figure 3 13 Deleting a Channel TO DELETE MULTIPLE CHANNELS highlight any channel in the Channel Setup menu and press to go to the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Delete Unlocked Only and press to delete all unlocked channels Or select Delete All Channels to delete all channels even those that are locked In either case the current channel will remain but will be redefined from projector defaults NOTE For any deletion a confirmation box appears to make sure that you really want to delete Select Cancel default if you don t want to delete after all The basic setups that describe how and where a channel can be accessed are listed in the Channel Setup menu These channel setups can be edited at any time in the Channel Edit submenu From the presentation level press to display the main menu To display the Channel Setup menu press 3 or move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and press Erte The Channel Setup menu will appear m edit parameters shovvn in the Channel Setup menu select the relevant channel and press The Channel Edit menu will appear similar to the sample shown in Figure 3 14
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30. 804611 SERIAL IN SERIAL OUT Z ss ERROR Q Lock Q Q SIGNAL Q FREQ Features Q accepts a variety of digital HDTV 4 2 2 component signals YCbCr and de serializes into a parallel 20 bit 4 2 2 component signal 10 bits each for Y and CbCr SMPTE 292M compatible Two data rates 1 485 Gb sec or 1 485 1 001 Gb sec provides both a SERIAL IN and a SERIAL OUT BNC connector includes 4 status LEDs F 4 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES Serial Digital Input Module Serial Digital Input Module SDI can be installed in the projector at INPUT 2 38 804602 xx where it accepts a serial digital 4 2 2 component video signal YCbCr via a single SERIAL IN BNC connector The signal can loop through the SERIAL OUT BNC out to another device such as another projector Inputs are 75S terminated Serial Digital Input Module 804602 SERIAL IN SERIAL OUT 2 ERROR SIGNAL SDI Features Q accepts serial digital 4 2 2 component video YCbCr Q provides both a SERIAL IN and a SERIAL OUT BNC connector includes status LEDs for signal and error Marquee The Marquee Case Power Supply enables you to use an analog input module as a Case Power Supply stand alone interface Two supplies are available one for use with 120 volt line 38 801023 xx voltage 38 801023 and the other for use with 220 volt line voltage 38 801026 38 801026 XX Bo
31. Depending on your workstation it may be possible to implement the reversal of left right frames through software only eliminating the need for separate inverter hardware Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 53 OPERATION 1 Software Requirements 3 54 Customizing the Input Signal IR EMITTER n response to an incoming sync signal this small device emits left right IR signals to a receiver in active 3D glasses causing their left right shutters to alternately open and close for active 3D application Connecting an emitter to the emitter port on the Stereo3D Interface Module also enables you to switch back and forth between active and passive systems if desired e GLASSES Active glasses differ in speed performance consult the documentation for your glasses and keep their specifications in mind when reconfiguring your source signal The input signal must be optimized for the available shutter speed in order to prevent obvious ghosting of image content known as cross talk in 3D applications as well as other more subtle color artifacts Such problems indicate that the eyes are detecting portions of the opposing frame due to an out of sync system and can occur in either active or passive 3D configurations See Customizing the Input Signal below for examples of well synchronized systems NOTE In a passive system where glasses do not have shutters and instead depend on the speed and accuracy of the Pi Cell po
32. Display Panel Resolution and Refresh Rate Pixel format H x V on 3 DMD panels 1280 x 1024 SXGA Refresh rate 23 97 108 Hz Achievable Brightness under maximum output conditions Mirage 2000 2000 ANSI lumens Mirage 4000 4000 ANSI lumens Mirage 6000 6000 ANSI lumens Contrast Ratio 300 1 ANSI 800 1 full on full off all models Colors and Gray Scale Displayable colors if 8 bit 16 8 million Gray scale resolution standard bits Gray scale resolution with ADP installed 10 bits Color Temperature Default 6500K Range of Adjustment standard 3200K to 9300K Lenses 91 51002 77 11042 11002 o 77 126 0100 o 77 01002 g 77 Tiz x 01002 g 77 a130 0100 g 77 11 010 77 NOTES 1 VistaGRAPHX lenses noted above require a threaded adapter flange for installation in this projector 2 The 0 8 1 lens is not recommended for use in this projector 3 VistaGRAPHX zoom lenses noted above do not offer motorized zoom function Manual only 4 Maximum offsets are reduced when simultaneously offsetting horizontally and vertically 5 Offsets shown are for motorized lens mounts optional upgrade required Manual offset ranges may differ Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 5 1 SPECIFICATIONS Hi Inputs Outputs Number of Inputs 2 RGBHV 2 input via plug in module 2 video requires optional video decoder module Analog RGB and YPbPr INTERLACED non 3D OR PROGRESSIVE S
33. Image 2 Do not connect digital component signals known as YCbCr to INPUT 1 Use the appropriate digital interface installed at NPUT 2 The video decoder input panel provides simultaneous connection of both a composite video source INPUT 3 and an S Video source INPUT 4 If connecting a composite video source use the Composite BNC connector or the RCA phono jack at INPUT 3 do not use both as inputs See Figure 2 15 NOTE If you want to loop a composite signal through to another projector or display device see Video Loop Through later in this section Use phono plug or BNC for input NOT BOTH INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO O o Decoder LW Loop 1 d du le 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT STATUS OO POWER lt From Composite From Composite Video Source Video Source Figure 2 15 Connecting Composite Video Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 15 INSTALLATION AND SETUP MH 2 16 S Video The video decoder input panel provides simultaneous connection of both a composite video source INPUT 3 and an S Video source INPUT 4 If connecting an S Video source use the 4 pin mini DIN connector or the Y and C BNC connectors luma and chroma at INPUT 4 do not use both as inputs See Figure 2 16 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO 0 ee
34. Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION s Input Levels Always OFF before levels that is the n drives and blacklevels 1 Auto Input Level open y OE the three 2 Red Pr Blacklevel 50 2 1 d d 3 Green Y Blacklevel 50 2 Levels adjust Colors red green an 4 Blue Pb Blacklevel 50 2 277 automatically blue ensure that 5 Red Pr Input Drive 50 2 Ga 1 7 20 222 images from analog 6 Green Y Input Drive 50 2 NOTE Image sources other than 7 Blue Pb Input Drive 50 2 271 must have decoded video have 8 Clamp Tip O maximum contrast 9 Color Enable White v 7 7v7 without crushing black Peak Detector or white By default and in an Auto Setup from the Main menu the projector automatically determines the best input levels by monitoring image content and adjusting the controls appropriately further adjustment is typically not required to obtain proper blacks or whites NOTE This automatic adjustment requires at least 1 white pixel in the image Without a white pixel input levels may produce skewed colors particularly in non video images Figure 3 21 Input Levels Submenu However for a very unusual source exhibiting overly high blacklevels most often caused by a noisy source that causes blacklevel spikes an experienced user may prefer to use the Input Levels menu see Figure 3 21 These adjustments which are actually a calibration process to
35. Required gt Menu Preferences Menu Location Horizontal Shift Vertical Shift Display Channel List Display Slidebars Display Error Messages Large Menu Font 2 Screen lt 00 01 500 Diagnostics amp Calibration 1 Test Pattern als ala gt See sis 2 Lens Control 2 Freeze Image 3 Color Enable 4 Odd Pixel Adjust 5 Reserved 6 Reserved Odd Pixel Adjustment Red Odd Pixel Offset Y Color amp Uniformity 1 Color Temp Setup 2 Adjust Primary Colors CSC 3 Brightness Uniformity 3 Tiling Setup 4 Reserved 5 Test Pattern Not in this model Green Odd Pixel Offset Blue Odd Pixel Offset Red Odd Pixel Gain Green Odd Pixel Gain Blue Odd Pixel Gain Color Enable Not available with 3D images als yr yr Off Checker Gray 16 Gray 256 White Gray Black Convergence 13 Point Color Bars Geometry Tiling Setup 1 Number of Rows 2 Number of Columns Color Temp Setup Select Color Temp Interpolated Red White Level Green White Level Blue White Level Color Enable Copy From 2 Green 3 Blue 4 Yellow 5 Cyan 6 Magenta 7 White 0 m 3200K 5400K 6500K 9300K User 1 User 2 User 3 3200K 5400K 6500K 9300K User 1
36. 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 A wire connecting a single video source to a display device such as a projector must be terminated by a resistance usually 75S for video The distance between the front feet of the projector and the screen Also called Projector to Screen Distance Always use the correct Christie throw distance formula to calculate the proper throw distance 5 required for your lens Balance of red to green necessary for realistic representation of NTSC signals The ability of a projector to synchronize to inputs with frequencies within a specified range The frequency at which images are generated Vertical frequencies vary amongst sources Also called vertical scan rate The difference between the center of the projected image and the center of the projector lens For this projector this value is expressed as the maximum percentage of the image that can be projected above or below the lens center without degrading the image quality Vertical offset ranges depend on the type of lens in use and whether or not the image is offset horizontally at the same time The signal that is used by display devices such as projectors to generate an image This term also refers to the out
37. User 2 Lamp Hours User 3 2 ntensity too r eh Cato Q O O Lamp S N User 4 3 Projector Row 3 Power _Lamp Message 7 4 Interpolated 4 Projector Column w Factory 3200K 5 Resize P t Lamp Limit Factory 5400K Resize Presets Lamp Mode Factory 6500K Status read only Power Factory 9300K Intensity Model Lamp History Resizing Presets lt Serial Lamp Hours amp Counter Lamp Serial Number 1 Default Projector Hours Text editing box 3 Chan Name Lamp History Full Size Chan Number 4 Full Width Swicher Read only list 5 Full Height Slot 6 Anamorphic IPM Auto Setup 7 Tiled Full Size Interconnect 8 Tiled Full Width Panel Driver Optimizes Sets to Default 9 Tiled Full Height LCD HW SW Pixel Tracking Contrast amp Brightness 0 Tiled Anamorphic Decoder Pixel Phase Auto Input Level off ACM Size Blanking Adjust Primary Colors CSC Cont d sa 7 7 Brightness Uniformity Position Filter Input Levels if analog source Luma Delay C 2 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual Continued Adjust Primary Colors CSC Cont d Adjust Primary Colors CSC Use Primary Color Adjustment Red Primary Blue Primary Green Primary Blue Primary Red White Level Select Color Temp 3200K 5400K 6500K 9300K User 1 User 2 User 3 User 4 Interpolated Green White Level Red White Level Green White Level Bl
38. Video Decoder L LOOP l Module 804600 INPUT 1 GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT S M M NN l L sync From S Video From S Video Source Source Use 4 pin mini DIN or BNCs as inputs NOT BOTH Figure 2 16 Connecting S Video NOTE If you want to loop an S video signal through to another projector or display device see Video Loop Through below Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Video Loop Through To loop a single incoming video signal input connected at the video decoder through to another projector or display device use the empty connector s adjacent to this same input as described below Composite Video Loop Through CONNECTIONS See Figure 2 17 From your source connect a composite video signal to INPUT 3 using either the small phono plug or the adjacent BNC Connect a second cable from whichever INPUT 3 connector is free to one of the composite video inputs of the next display device or projector Continue this looping method for each projector using either the phono plug or the adjacent BNC as input into INPUT 3 then using the other connector as an output 1 e loop through Whether you use the BNC or the phono plug as input or output depends on the type of cable you have on hand and what type of connectors are on each end VIDEO TERMINATION In the Video Options submen
39. WARNING A Do not use an RS 422 port unless you are using a computer with RS 422 capability The voltage levels of this signal can damage incompatible equipment You may wish to use one or more external Marquee Signal Switchers or a third party switcher in order to significantly increase the number of sources you can select If you are using a Marquee Signal Switcher connect the switcher s RGB output to INPUT 1 and connect an RS 232 serial communication cable between the switcher and the projector serial port labeled SWITCHER refer back to Figure 2 20 The switcher communication link permanently set at 9600 baud enables you to access inputs connected to the switcher in the same manner as those connected directly to the projector For most other third party switchers connect and access sources according to the documentation provided with that switcher NOTE See 2 4 Source Connections Connecting a Switcher for complete details Serial Communications RS 232 NETWORK To control multiple projectors with a computer controller having an RS 232 interface first set them all to the same baud rate needed then chain the projectors together by connecting the RS 232 OUT connector of the first projector already connected to the computer controller to the RS 232 IN connector of the next projector in the chain Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 25 INSTALLATION AND SETUP INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO Y c
40. Warranty Registration Card complete this card and return it directly to the manufacturer as soon as possible 9 64 Hex Socket Driver Warranty Registration Card Figure 1 1 Components The models are identical except for their power levels and lamp wattage Whether the projector is under warranty or the warranty has expired Christie s highly trained and extensive factory and dealer service network is always available to quickly diagnose and correct projector malfunctions Service manuals and updates are available to service technicians for all projectors Should you encounter a problem with the projector and require assistance contact your dealer or Christie In many cases any necessary servicing can be performed on site If you have purchased the projector fill out the information below and keep with your records Purchase Record Dealer Dealer Phone Number Purchase Date Projector Serial Number Installation Date if applicable NOTE The projector serial number is located on the projector s rear identification label Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual Section 2 Installation amp Setup This section explains how to install and set up your projector If you are familiar with the projector and want to quickly set it up for temporary use follow the Quick Setup instructions below NOTES 1 The lens is not installed for shipping For instructions on how to install or replac
41. adjustment plate Roughly align the 3 T bolts on the lamp to the 3 slots in the adjustment plate at the rear of the lamp compartment Push the lamp all the way back and make sure the pin on each T bolt aligns with its slot on the alignment plate slowly turn each until the clearance slot is located Then push and turn each T bolt 90 to lock See Figure 4 8 TO INSERT Align T bolt pin to slot TO REMOVE Push T bolt in Push T bolt in Turn 902 coil spring Turn 90 coil pin will straddle spring pin will groove in plate fit through slot Figure 4 8 Using the T bolts SHOWN 4000 6000 ORIENTATION MIRAGE 2000 WILL BE UPSIDE DOWN Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 4 7 MAINTENANCE HU STEP 9 STEP 10 STEP 11 Filter Replacement Procedure STEP 1 STEP 2 Close the lamp door e Swing the door down and secure the 2 screws Replace the left side panel e Align the bottom of the left side panel with two pins at the bottom edge of the projector and swing up into place Secure with 3 screws NOTE The lamp module is calibrated for maximum performance and brightness in this projector Do not attempt to re align or adjust an installed lamp module Power up the projector and reset the lamp timer In the Main menu select the Lamp option In the Lamp submenu select the Change Lamp the new serial number in the S N text box see Section 3 Operation if
42. and to automatically shut off Cool completely before handling A WARNING A Use only lamps supplied by Christie FILTER Replace the side filter every 1000 hours or sooner If this filter is not replaced air flow may become restricted and cause the projector to overheat See 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter for the complete replacement procedure A WARNING A Use only filters supplied by Christie Only use attachments or accessories recommended by Christie such as the specific power cord supplied Use of other attachments or accessories with this projector may result in the risk of fire shock or personal injury WARNING A Use oniy the AC povver cord supplied Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified voltage and power range See Section 5 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Locate the projector where the cord cannot be abused by persons walking on it or objects rolling over it Operate the projector at the specified voltage only Do not overload power outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or shock hazards The projector 1s equipped with a three wire plug having a third grounding pin This is a Safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact an electrician to have the outlet replaced Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug Before unplugging the power cord make sure the internal lamp cooling fans have s
43. at 38 thus you can select either setting Filter Filter applies a low pass filter to the input signal This removes high frequencies which can improve pixel phase noise but which also reduces signal bandwidth Note that most signals will not require any filter adjustment use the filter option only if standard pixel tracking and phase adjustments do not adequately clear up a noisy signal For best results Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION 1 Optimize Pixel Tracking and jot down the Good area value ANTS SAP 2 Optimize Pixel Phase 7 5 3 If the image is still too noisy return to Pixel 77 Tracking and mis adfust so that 2 vertical 75 ra bands of noise appear separated by a good SO 7 5 center band See right 4 Adjust Filter to maximize the width of the good Enlarge good area area See right we 5 Return Pixel Tracking to its correct setting from b Step 1 7 6 Readjust Phase lt p NOTE Filter affects only the current signal H Position SHORT CUT Press and adjust the top slidebar This option moves image right or left NOTES 1 The value shown represents where the approximate center of the image lies in relation to the total number of pixels available horizontally This varies widely according to the signal watch the image while adjusting 2 Range of adjustment is limited in 3D mode V Position S
44. be deleted To broadcast to multiple projectors press and then again without entering a projector number Keypad commands will then affect all projectors present NOTES 1 The Broadcast Keys option in the Communications menu must be selected for only one any projector in a serial network The keypad in use must be OFF disabled for the remaining projectors See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion and 3 7 Configuring System Parameters Pixel Press to access the pixel tracking and pixel phase double slidebar Adjust pixel tracking first use lt J and to increase or decrease the frequency of the pixel sampling clock to correct consistency of the image For proper phase use and to increase or decrease pixel phase so that any shimmer disappears and the image is stable throughout See 3 6 Adjusting the Image Size and Position subsection for a complete explanation of tracking and phase Position Press to move the image using the double slidebar At the slidebar use 4 and to move the image left or right use and to move the image up or down Lens OPTIONAL NOTES L Requires a motorized lens In non motorized projectors adjust the lens manually for proper focus zoom and offsets as described on page 2 2 2 For full details regarding use of motorized lens functions refer to 2 8 Zoom Focus and Lens Offset Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 9 OPERATION 1 3 10 Press to access remote Lens Control
45. compensate for differences in sources and cabling enables an experienced user to perfect the source image input levels Note that Input Levels are of limited use with digital signals but offer some ability to tweak poorly mastered source materials AUTO INPUT LEVEL Keep off for virtually all sources default Temporarily enter a checkmark only if you are an experienced user and you have an unusual source that you feel needs further color temperature and or input level adjustment After entering a checkmark wait for the six values to stabilize then delete the checkmark and exit BLACKLEVELS AND DRIVES To check your image and adjust these controls 1 Make sure overall Contrast and Brightness are both set to near 50 NOTE Not required for Auto adjustment 50 approx 50 approx 2 Check the color temperature setup using an internal grayscale test pattern adjusting as desired to obtain a neutral grayscale NOTE Not required for Auto adjustment 3 Make sure you are using an analog source not connected to INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 as Input Levels are not applicable for digital sources or sources going through the decoder A grayscale is recommended 4 If the blacks and or whites appear OK input levels do not need adjustment If black levels are too high and or whites are too low which is rare you likely have a noisy source that is producing skewed input levels Continue with Step 5 5 Temporarily enable
46. editable o Channel Edit 1 Name pres2 Sync Type S Video 2 Number 02 H Sync 15 73 kHz 3 Switcher 0 V Sync 59 94 Hz 4 Slot 4 nterlace Yes 5 In Menu L 6 Auto Source 7 Locked Z 8 Previous Channel 9 Next Channel lt Hint text Figure 3 14 Channel Edit Menu SAMPLE If desired edit the following channel setups in the Channel Edit menu Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 21 OPERATION 1 3 22 3 6 Adjusting the Image CHANNEL NAME An alpha numeric label can be defined and or changed here Channel names can be up to 12 characters in length e CHANNEL NUMBER A channel number from 01 to 99 can be changed here NOTE If you enter a channel number that already exists a dialog message appears indicating that this number is already in use assign a different channel number SWITCHER NUMBER represents the projector itself Or if the input source 1s connected to a switcher the default will be the lowest switcher number available from 1 9 change here as desired SLOT 1 neuu 2 4 3 Ingu3 or 4 feug for projector inputs or current slot number 1 9 if the source is connected to a switcher e LOCKED If checked all of the image settings for this channel are disabled If unchecked default all available image settings can be adjusted as desired You cannot use Auto Setup with a locked channel e IN MENU lf checked
47. in which the projector quickly defines certain parameters for you select Auto Setup from the Main menu These settings can then be fine tuned In Size and Position and Image Settings at any time From your presentation access any of the individual options in these menus by pressing followed by the appropriate two digit number representing their location in the menu system For example press 6 to quickly access the Color Setup option in the Image Settings menu Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION Auto Setup Image Size and Position For certain options you may prefer to use a direct key from presentation level to go directly to a particular option rather than traveling through the menu system at all note this is not available for all display parameters For example press to access the contrast slidebar immediately Press to return to your presentation NOTE 1 To hide the direct slidebars only make sure the Display Slidebars option in the Menu Preferences menu is unchecked 2 To hide the entire menu system from view toggle the on screen display OFF press and hold the key If you want the projector to quickly set up the image for you select Auto Setup from the Main menu A confirmation box will ask if you really want to continue in which case display parameters listed in the Table below will be set for you An Auto Setup can save time in setting up an image and you can also
48. jittery or unstable 1 If the display is jittery or if it disappears and reappears erratically check that the source 1s properly connected and that its signal is of adequate quality for detection For example it the projector scans the default input for a signal to display and a poor quality or improperly connected source is connected the projector will briefly and repeatedly attempt to display an image If no source is connected the No signal present error message appears over a blank display Correct the source connection 2 The horizontal or vertical scan frequency of the input signal may be out of range of the projector Refer to Section 5 Specifications for scan frequency ranges 3 The sync signal may be inadequate Correct the source problem The input signal type may conflict with the input module Install use the correct module for the source 5 Pixel tracking phase filter etc may need more adjustment The display is faint 1 Check Input Levels option turn Auto input Level to off then on again 2 Brightness and or contrast may be set too low Adjust as necessary 3 Gamma may be poor Recommended setting for most signals is Default 4 The projection room may be too bright Lower the intensity of projection room lighting and reduce light reflections as much as possible A The projector may be too far from the screen Move the projector closer 6 The location of the audience with r
49. lt Figure 2 9 Maximum Vertical Offsets Continued ALL LENSES NOTES 1 If you cannot raise or NOTES FOR ALL LENSES lower the image enough using Maximum optical performance is produced at NO offset mechanical vertical offs ets try i e when the image centered with lens and minimum zoom Geometry focus and light output will all be optimized adjusting V Position in the Size and Position menu see 3 6 Adjusting the Image 2 If the image becomes keystoned or exhibits uneven brightness the projector may simply be too high or low in relation to the screen 3 Recommended offset ranges can be exceeded however this may affect image quality 4 Simultaneous horizontal and vertical offset limits the adjustment range of each Offset ranges are reduced when offsetting in both horizontal and vertical directions simultaneously For inverted projectors invert the Vertical Offset illustrations THE HORIZONTAL POSITION of the image can be offset that is shifted left or right of lens center either by turning the bottom knob on the front of the projector the knob farthest from the IR sensor in non motorized projectors or through software in motorized projectors The maximum horizontal offset for lenses that can be installed in this projector is shown in Figure 2 10 This value expresses the maximum percentage of the image that can be projected to one side of the lens center roughly 77 depending
50. make further adjustments as desired You must have an unlocked channel present to use Auto Setup Table 3 2 Auto Setup Parameters What an Auto Setup Does OPTIMIZES SETS TO DEFAULT Pixel Tracking Contrast amp Brightness Pixel Phase Auto Input Level off Vertical Stretch Detail if video source Input Levels if analog source Luma Delay The two page Size and Position menu allows you to increase or decrease the size of your image change its proportion aspect ratio move the image to a specific area of the screen and refine other related parameters Use Size and Position controls to match the image precisely to the screen size and aspect ratio needed for your application Refer to Using Slidebars and Other Controls earlier in this section if you need help using any of the following slidebars or pull down lists to alter your image Changes made to the Size and Position menu are applied immediately and are saved when you exit the menu press or wen Size and Position 1 Resize Presets No Resizing Y 2 Size 1000 3 Vertical Stretch 1000 Mm 4 Pixel Track 1600 5 Pixel Phase 0 6 Filter 0 7 8 9 0 H Position 700 m V Position 545 Lens Control More Size and Position 2 Top Blank 0 Bottom Blank 0 EH Left Blank 0 C Right Blank 01577 PLL Loop Gain 10 Keystone 6 50 0 Plug amp Display EDID 6 1280x1024x60Hz v Tili
51. on the lens Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 11 INSTALLATION AND SETUP MH x xi s ci o Qi Oo oy o S Oi Ji Figure 2 10 Maximum Horizontal Offsets ALL LENSES Mounting For typical front or rear floor mounts mount the projector on a secure table or cart Take care with a mobile cart avoid sudden stops excessive force and uneven surfaces that may cause the projector and cart combination to overturn The table or cart should be reasonably level Fine adjustments to the projector level can be made by adjusting the height of the projector legs refer to 2 7 Leveling for details Special Mounting Note that projector can be rotated and mounted at any vertical angle i e you can tilt the face of the projector up or down as much as desired for your installation The side to side tilt however must not exceed 15 see Figure 2 11 This limit ensures that the arc lamp in the projector operates properly and safely Always make sure that exhaust air from the projector does not vent towards the lens otherwise you may detect heat waves in your projected image Z Figure 2 11 Horizontal and Vertical Tilt Ranges You must use the proper ceiling mount fixture and or stacking kit if applicable for your projector For more information contact your dealer 2 12 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual
52. physical end of the network and the other controller standard e g RS 422 at the other physical end of the network Make sure the Split Network option is enabled in the Communications menu If a projector should then fail anywhere in the network communication with the remaining projectors can be resumed in the opposite direction using the other standard NOTE This configuration requires that both standards be available from a single controller or that you use an RS 232 RS 422 adapter B SPLIT NETWORK WITH TWO CONTROLLERS If you have two controllers one RS 232 and one RS 422 and want one to be a back up connect each controller to the appropriate port on the first projector in the network Then connect projectors together using both RS 232 and RS 422 ports as shown Make sure the Split Network option is enabled in the Communications menu Now if either controller fails you can simply switch to the other controller and communicate via the other standard 2 28 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual en INSTALLATION amp SETUP A
53. polarity 3 Are depleted batteries slowing down the active glasses 4 Fix timing parameters in your source 5 Adjust Dark Interval setting NO IMAGE JUMPY IMAGE OR NOISE AT IMAGE TOP Your video card s minimum timings for blanking and pulsed width are too slow for use with the projector WITHOUT GLASSES I SEE ONLY A SINGLE IMAGE You are not in 3D mode Make sure Minimum Delay processing mode is selected in the Image Settings menu Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 57 OPERATION 1 3 11 Using Multiple Projectors Assigning a Projector Controlling One Projector WITH GLASSES PERSPECTIVE APPEARS REVERSED If vanishing points of objects appear in the foreground rather than background destroying perspective the TTL inverter is likely missing or not working you can confirm this by turning the glasses upside down 3D will return Or if you are using the Srereo3D Interface Module the checkbox in the Image Settings needs to be toggled IMAGE IS BREAKING UP The horizontal back porch may be too small or too large If you can lock to the signal by changing H Position but have a black left edge in the image reduce the source s horizontal back porch blanking If the black edge is on the right increase the source s horizontal back porch blanking HORIZONTAL STREAKS IN THE IMAGE You may need to enable the Clamp Tip option in the Input Levels menu accessed via Image Settings menu with 4 or 5 wire signa
54. possible driven by maximum power of 500W Mirage 2000 700W Mirage 4000 or 1200W Mirage 6000 Keep in mind that the maximum brightness for any lamp gradually diminishes with age images will become dimmer over time Its current output level note not in lumens appears in the Intensity option e Intensity Brightness will remain close to a specified level for as long as possible Once you select this option enter a number representing the intensity level brightness you wish to maintain the projector will automatically adjust power as needed to maintain this intensity as closely as possible Note that the intensity value is a correlation only 0 9999 not actual lumen levels possible 0 5000 e g See Intensity below Power The power supplied to the lamp will remain at a desired watt level throughout the life of the lamp Once you select this option enter the number of watts representing the power level you wish to maintain See Power below POWER The number shown here indicates how many watts are applied to the lamp Set from 350 500 watts Mirage 2000 450 700 watts Mirage 4000 or 800 1200 watts Mirage 6000 as desired Keep in mind that lower power levels produce dimmer images When in Power or Max Brightness modes the power level remains constant When in Intensity mode the power level will change as necessary Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 47 OPERATION M 3 48 S
55. the 3D display In general vertical frequency Dark Interval 10 110 Hz or less 1 Vertical sync width and or vertical back porch blanking of your input source Choose the vertical sync width and or vertical back porch timing to determine when the next field begins displaying relative to the vertical sync signal The degree of timing adjustment needed depends on the specific signal at hand as well as the performance of your glasses An example of improvements to poor synchronization is shown in Figure 3 35 After adjustment shutter changes occur during the dark interval between frames Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual ee OPERATION NOTE The example in Figure 3 35 assumes that the first active line of your signal is displayed on the first line of the Mirage display panel rather than being repositioned higher or lower using the projector s V Position control Internal Delay vert sync width vert back porch 272us 12us v lt Frame Right l Frame C Left V sync Internal Delay i L R Mirrors active A Left Frame B gt Mirror Sequencing Time Right gt lt Dark Interval Dark Interval gt x Minimum in SXGA approx 375 us Right Eye LCD Gating Example Left Eye Adjust vert sync width amp vert back porch blanking so that internal delay is long enough for s
56. the letter Small text located too far from the eye may be illegible at a distance no matter how sharply and clearly it is displayed To fill a screen with an image the aspect ratio of the screen should be equal to the aspect ratio of the image The aspect ratio of an image 15 expressed as the ratio of its width to its height Standard video from a VCR has a 4 3 aspect ratio For example Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Screen Aspect Ratio to display a VCR output with a 4 3 aspect ratio onto a 10 foot 3m high screen the width of the screen must be at least 13 3 feet 4m Aspect ratio describes the proportion of the screen and is expressed as the ratio of width to height such as 4 3 or 5 4 see right Although image size and image aspect ratio can both be adjusted quickly through projector software it is still a good idea to choose a screen aspect ratio which is most appropriate for your intended applications Ideally to exactly fill a screen with an image the aspect ratio of the screen should correspond to the aspect ratio of the image which depends on the source in use For example standard video from a VCR has a 4 3 ratio approximately whereas a high resolution graphics signal typically has a 5 4 aspect ratio By default images from your projector will be as large as possible and with the exception of graphics sources will maintain their aspect ratio NOTE With a few exceptio
57. the projector closer or further from the screen as necessary for the screen and the new lens type refer to lens descriptions in Section 2 and Section 5 and Appendix E Throw Distance In a permanent installation always use the appropriate throw distance formula A important A Always CALIBRATE a newly installed lens If the projector does not appear to be operating properly note the symptoms present and use the following guide to assist you If you cannot resolve the problems yourself contact your dealer for assistance NOTE Always check the LCD status window at the rear of the projector for initial information about a problem The projector will not turn on when is pressed 1 Make sure to hold for approximately one second Or press quickly and release and follow with aon 2 Do both LEDs come on at the rear of the projector Check that the power cord is properly connected at the wall outlet and that you are using the original high current cable provided with your projector 3 Does the green Status LED flash with each key press If not the projector 1s not receiving the keypad s IR signals Ensure the keypad is directed at either the front or rear of the projector or at the screen Also make sure that these paths are not blocked Try the built in keypad 4 The batteries in the IR remote keypad may be weak Refer to 4 3 Replacing Keypad Batteries for instructions 5 The IR keypad may have been disabled by a change in
58. the same manner as the flange described below but accommodates a screw mount lens Before removing a motorized zoom lens you must adjust zoom in order to reach lens mount screws accessible through holes in the zoom gear 1 POWER UP AND CALIBRATE THE LENS MOUNT if not already done 2 ADJUST ZOOM GEAR TO 1000 FOR ACCESSING SCREWS Press zoom adjust Set to 1000 Turn off the projector cool and unplug Before removing or installing any lens turn off the projector and allow fans to stop before unplugging Make sure that the lens cap 1s on A WARNING A Unplug the projector Loosen the 3 lens mount screws NOTE If there is no lens installed skip to Step 5 Use the hex socket ball driver provided with the projector to loosen the 3 lens mount screws securing the lens flange to the mount loosen these screws only do not remove Accessibility is illustrated in Figure 4 11 e IF MANUAL ZOOM LENS Access to the 3 lens mount screws is likely blocked by the toothed zoom ring Manually rotate the zoom ring until its access holes Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 4 9 MAINTENANCE HU align with the screws beyond then Insert the hex socket ball driver as shown See Figure 4 11 e IF MOTORIZED ZOOM LENS As shown in Figure 4 11 the 3 access holes on the zoom gear will be skewed away from the lens mount screws see Before You Begin instructions Insert the hex socket ball dri
59. v i d D Re 2 m 5 a D a D E z d n p 2 d nn 5 d xe O Rf a D a D d lb leaa Z 9 dil al D q 00008 eeeee gt gt O32 WJ W e Connect both network cable types Use controller as desired RS 232 messages travel RS 232 route only RS 422 messages travel RS 422 route only a u bs uu uu a T ss y e ARS 232 J i If a projector fails use the other standard Controller with both RS 232 and RS 422 capability to communicate with remaining projectors B Split Network with Two Controllers RS 422 JRS 422 Proj 002 ss Proj 003 001 o o o 00 ANDNNNNNDN UUUUUVUUUUVU ANNNANNANNNANDNA LULLUTLULUULULULL s en d LULULULULULULULULU ANNANNNNNNANN
60. you need help entering the number When the new number is recorded the lamp timer will automatically reset to 0 hours and begin to log time IMPORTANT If you neglect to enter a serial number the lamp timer will not reset to O and will therefore be inaccurate The lamp life limit may then expire prematurely NOTES 1 Once entered the new lamp serial number is also automatically added to the Lamp History submenu read only 2 Lamp life data is required for warranty claims 3 Light output and uniformity can vary significantly during the first 100 hours of lamp use If you are using the Brightness Uniformity control it is recommended that you either set up Brightness Uniformity after this period or do an initial setup and re check at 100 hours See 3 11 Using Multiple Projectors It is a good idea to replace the air filter whenever the lamp module is replaced or more frequently if operating the projector in a dusty environment The filter is located behind the right side panel Turn off the projector cool and unplug Before removing or installing a filter turn off the projector and allow to cool for five minutes before unplugging Make sure that the lens cap is on Remove the right side panel A WARNING A Unplug the projector e See Figure 4 9 Remove the 3 screws securing the projector s right side panel e Lower the panel slightly to clear two pins at the bottom edge of the projector e
61. 0 Zoom requires 2 Motion Filter 5 Red Pr Input Drive 2 7 5 IRE SHUTTER zoom lens 3 Dark Interval Requires opt 6 Green Y Input Drive 77775 Bul ADP module 7 Blue Pb Input Drive 7 ilj Vi 8 Clamp Tip 6 PLL Loop Gain l 77 9 Color Enable gt A 1 Size and Position Film 0 Peak Detector 5 Cyan 2 Image Settings Graphics 6 Magenta 3 Channel Setup Motion 7 White 4 Configuration in thi Standard on 7 17 rtopgster oniy 6 Status sample 7 Auto Setup 3 G z ls n Channel Edit 0 1 p4WH 48 73k 60 01 Se R go 1 Name Sync Type 2 Number H Sync 3 Switcher V Sync 4 Slot nterlace 5 In Menu 6 Auto Source 3 Delete Unlocked 7 Locked 4 Delete All 8 Previous Channel 9 Next Channel See next page approx 10 patterns 4 5 6 7 Configuration Lamp Status Auto Setup Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual C 1 MENU TREE Mu Continued 1 Front 2 Rear 3 Inverted Front 4 Inverted Rear 1 English 2 French 3 Espanol 4 Deutsch 5 Italiano Communications Baud Rate Front IR Back IR Wired Keypad Broadcast Key Projector Split Network Configuration 4 3 Top Left 4 3 Inset 1 4 3 Inset 2 16 9 Top Left 16 9 Inset 1 16 9 Inset 2 Custom Image Orientation Language Menu Preferences Communications Geometry Color and Uniformity Auto Power Up Diagnostics Calibration Reserved Service Password
62. 000 6000 User s Manual 2 9 INSTALLATION AND SETUP MH 0 6 4 6 DA Maximum amount of display above center of lens 91 This is a VistaGRAPH lens Maximum amount of display below center of lens 100 nsn ss 996 100964 A PTA Maximum amount of display above center of lens 104 gt 100 Maximum amount of display below center of lens 100 Maximum amount of display above center of lens 12896 gt 10096 Maximum amount of display below center of lens 100 28 m AAA Asa 10096 above center of lens 123 4 4 6 52 Maximum amount of display below center of lens 100 100 Figure 2 13 Maximum Vertical Offsets Continued 2 10 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HAN INSTALLATION amp SETUP 4 7 1 VERTICAL OFFSET RANGE Maximum amount of display Standard Roadster Vista lens above center of lens 130 Maximum amount of display below center of lens 100 100 lt 4 7 1 VERTICAL OFFSET RANGE Maximum amount of display This is a Vist1GRAPH gt lens above center of lens 114 Maximum amount of display below center of lens 100 100
63. 00User s Manual ee OPERATION e 4 wire RGB with composite sync 5 wire RGB with separate H sync and V sync NOTE Refer to 2 4 Source Connections for full details and illustrations Most 3D signal formats currently available are optimized for display via CRT cathode ray tube technology thus they have high pixel rates unsuitable for this projector By reducing the blanking in these signals however you can lower their pixel rate enough to be compatible with the projector under 160 MHz Typically a high end graphics workstation that includes hardware and software tools for customizing video output timing parameters can produce the requisite 3D signals as can a PC running Windows 98 2000 use the PovverStrip utility consequently your 3D displays must originate from either of these sources The Silicon Graphics ONYXTH workstation is an example it includes Video Format Compiler software capable of properly modifying timing in the signal for use in the projector it provides a vfo file Other similar workstations may also provide the special video driver needed NOTE Not all systems include the hardware software necessary for reconfiguring the 3D video output timing parameters these sources cannot be used with the projector In addition this projector requires the following conditions for 3D work at these higher frame rates 3D Source Requirements and Conditions Use a progressive RGB source with n
64. 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion for information about changing the keypad protocol 2 A key press from a conflicting protocol will cause a single yellow flash on the Status LED located in the lower right corner of the rear projector panel Wired Keypad Like the IR remote keypad the optional wired keypad is either a Protocol A keypad default or a Protocol B keypad Likewise the projector can be set to accept wired keypad data accordingly responding to A or B If desired you can prohibit the projector from responding to a particular wired keypad protocol or you can ensure that the projector responds to either protocol default You can also prevent the projector from responding to the keypad entirely In the pull down list select the desired protocol NOTE The wired keypad for this projector is set at manufacture to Protocol A See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion for information about changing the keypad protocol ADDING A WIRED KEYPAD PROTOCOL To add a protocol select the A or B option CHANGING A WIRED KEYPAD PROTOCOL As a safeguard you cannot accidentally select an option in the Wired Keypad list that would disable the wired keypad during use since such options are automatically disabled in the list In other words you cannot switch to the opposite protocol or select OFF using the wired keypad Instead if you want to quickly change to the other protocol you may find it more convenient to use one of the o
65. 39 NOTE No starting point should be 100 because this color could not then be added to the mix for either of the two remaining primary colors and would therefore limit your success in matching all colors MATCH ALL LIGHT OUTPUT Compare all white fields and choose the dimmest Using the function to talk to the other projectors individually reduce Lamp Power settings as necessary until each projector has approximately the same light output as the dimmest Step 3 PRIMARY COLOR ADJUSTMENT 3a SELECT GREEN PRIMARY SUBMENU In the Adjust Primary Color CSC menu Menu 6 Adjust Primary Colors CSC select the Green Fe Primary Color Green Primary Primary option eme ieee ma 5 Color Temperature User 1 v le 0 0 The Green 6 Red White Level 90 27 4 Next Primary Ih Green White Level 90 2 5 Lamp Mode Power vl 6 Blue White Level 90 2 1 Primary menu x 5 Power 485 E will appear and oor or aad If used Default Gamma is applied Green Field will turn to a full green field See Figure 3 40 Figure 3 40 Go to the Green Primary Menu with Green Field Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 63 OPERATION 1 In Individual Projectors 3b MATCH GREEN LIGHT Green Primary OUTPUT Compare green fields and Green Wh n choose the dimmest In 2 Green White Level 88 2 Iz lt Reduce as U 3 Blue 1 2 necessa
66. 4 13 motor back fully maximum movement is Gear rotated fully approximately TA clockwise Insert New Lens A Remove rear lens cap NOTE Remove small rear lens cap and any lens opening material from the projector Keep front cap ON e CUT OUT AT BOTTOM Orient the lens flange cut out to the bottom of the lens opening e INSERT LENS The 3 slots on the lens flange align with the 3 lens mount screws insert the lens so that screw heads slip through the large ends of the flange holes See Figure 4 14 e ROTATE LENS Rotate the lens barrel clockwise until the screw heads lock into the small ends of the lens assembly slots See Figure 4 14 NOTE For a motorized zoom lens the rotation will skew the access holes away from the lens mount screws Screws will still be accessible however Figure 4 14 Insert Lens and Rotate FIXED LENS SHOWN Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 4 11 MAINTENANCE HU 4 12 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8 4 6 Troubleshooting Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Secure new lens assembly Secure the 3 lens mount screws Refer back to Figure 4 11 Accessing the Lens Mount Screws note 30 angle of hex driver required to secure a motorized zoom lens Power Up and Calibrate the Lens Remove the lens cap and power up the projector Press to focus then select the Calibrate Lens option in the Lens Control menu Reposition the projector for new lens Reposition
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68. A 1 GLOSSARY MH Channel Number Checkbox Color Shift Color Temperature Component Video Composite Video Contrast ratio Convergence Curved Screen DDI DMD Decoder Detail Diffused Screen Display Setting Flicker Frame Rate Foot candle Foot lambert A 2 A number that uniquely identifies a specific channel retained in projector memory The projector can retain up to 99 channels A menu item that indicates whether an option is currently in effect checked or not unchecked A change in the tint of a white field across an image The coloration reddish white bluish greenish etc of white in an image measured using the Kelvin degrees K temperature scale Higher temperatures output more light See YCbCr or YPbPr The output of video tape players and some computers characterized by synchronization luminance and color signals combined on one output cable The degree of difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the image The alignment of the red green and blue elements of a projected image A projection screen which is slightly concave for improved screen gain Curved screens usually have screen gains which are greater than 1 but viewing angles much less than 180 Curved screens are not recommended for use with this projector A direct digital interface signal can be supplied to the projector via an optional digital input module installed in INPUT 2 For
69. ATION 1 3 30 Color Setup Color Setup Select this submenu to work with 1 Color 500 EF aspects of color adjust for saturation and overall hue In video i Select Color mise signals or adjust gamma or 4 Interpolated Color 6500K temperature in any signal 5 Gamma Default v 6 Color Temp Setup COLOR Color adjusts the color saturation level or the amount of color in a video image When set to the image appears black and white and when set too high the colors appear overpowering and unrealistic Use 4 and to adjust Color until the desired saturation level is displayed For a shortcut to Color slidebar press at any time TINT Tint adjusts color hue to obtain true color reproduction of NTSC video signals or HDTV signals Use lt J and until the desired balance or red to green is displayed in your image It is best to adjust tint while displaying an external test pattern otherwise it is recommended that tint remain at its default setting For a shortcut to Tint slidebar press at any time SELECT COLOR TEMP Select Color Temp applies either a 1 3200K preset color temperature 3200K 5400K 6500K or 9300K or 2 5400K any previously User defined color temperature Color gt 3 6500K temperatures are measured in degrees Kelvin and represent 4 9300K coloration reddish or bluish of the whites displayed by th
70. CAN FORMAT Horizontal frequency range Vertical frequency range Pixel clock rate digitizing sample rate Signal format Active pixels per scan line H Active lines per frame field V Minimum Back Porch in 3D mode Minimum Front Porch in 3D mode Input levels R B G Y with sync R G B without sync Pb Pr NOTE not available in 3D mode DC offset Nominal impedance Maximum return loss VSWR 15 120 kHz 23 97 120 Hz 10 160 MHz Analog RGB or YPbPr 640 2048 1280 in 3D mode 200 2000 1024 in 3D mode 350 ns H and 6 lines V 4 pixels H and 1 line V 1 0V 2 dB 0 7VL 2 dB 0 7V 2 dB 5V 75 ohms 1 2 1 dB 200 MHz Input frequencies higher than the maximum panel refresh rate will be displayed at a lower rate Analog Video OPTIONAL Signal formats Video standards Composite S Video luminance bandwidth Input level Composite Input level S Video Luma Y Input level S Video Chroma C DC offset Nominal impedance Maximum return loss VSWR Composite CVBS S Video Y C NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N PAL 60 amp SECAM 5 5 MHz 1 0 Vp p 3db including sync tip 1 0 Vp p 3db including sync tip 630 mV p p nominal burst 5V 75 ohms 1 2 1 dB 6 MHz Sync INTERLACED OR PROGRESSIVE SCAN FORMAT Input level DC operating range Impedance for composite or separate H amp V Sync type Polarity Maximum return loss VSWR
71. CD status window Rear IR sensor Zoom ring Focus tab Integral keypad Stereo3D Interface Vertical offset Horizontal offset Input panel Video input Hard reset RGB input Serial ports Status LEDs Wired kypd port Filter side panel Input panel handle 2 Figure 3 1 Basic Projector Components ZOOM Accessed manually or via the keypad if a motorized zoom lens is present the lens barrel of a zoom lens optional rotates to adjust the size of the image without moving the projector Minimum and maximum image sizes depend on which zoom lens is installed see Section 5 Specifications Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 1 OPERATION 1 FOCUS Accessed manually via 2 tabs on the lens or via the keypad if a motorized lens mount is installed focus adjusts the sharpness and clarity of the image at the current throw distance LENS OFFSET Accessed manually using the 2 front knobs or via the keypad if a motorized lens is present vertical and horizontal offsets shift the lens and move the image up or down and left or right See Section 2 Installation and Setup for the offset ranges for any given lens These are also listed on page 5 1 SHUTTER optional Closing the shutter blocks the lens internally and turns the image to off The shutter is controlled via a dedicated key on the keypad LAMP SIDE PANEL For accessing the interior lamp door and replacing th
72. HORT CUT Press and adjust the bottom slidebar This option moves the image up or down NOTES 1 The value shown represents where the approximate center of the image lies in relation to the total number of pixels available vertically This varies widely according to the signal watch the image while adjusting 2 Range of adjustment is limited in 3D mode and affects 3D performance See 3 10 3D Images for details Lens Control REQUIRES MOTORIZED LENS UPGRADE SHORT CUT Press to activate the Lens Control submenu For a full description of the Lens Control submenu see 3 3 Using the Keypad kens key and 2 8 Zoom Focus and Lens Offset Blank Top Bottom Left or Right Blanking These slidebars blank turn to black the top bottom 1 TopBlank 8 left or right edge of the image so that any unwanted 2 Bottom Blank 4 information is cropped from view For example when 3 Left Blank 18 displaying native size video you may want to blank 4 Right Blank 1 1 out a few of the top lines PLL Loop Gain This control changes the relative offset to the default gain The default PLL Phase Lock Loop Gain setting of 10 is set automatically with a Pixel Tracking adjustment Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 27 OPERATION 1 3 28 Image Settings and is correct in most cases In rare instances such as if your image exhibits tearing or flag waving increase the PLL loop gain setting as necessary Or
73. Knobs 2 2 Offsets 2 21 3 2 Horizontal 2 11 Removing 3 11 Vertical 2 9 Optional Modules 2 19 Options 5 5 OSD Key On Screen Display 3 12 P Peak Detector 3 36 Phase Lock Loop 3 27 Pixel Key 3 9 Pixel Phase 3 26 3 29 Pixel Tracking 3 26 4 16 PLL Loop Gain 3 27 Plug amp Display 3 28 Position Key 3 9 Power Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual INDEX 3 Connection 2 1 Loss 3 42 Requirements 5 3 Setting for Lamp 3 47 Warning 2 1 4 2 Power Key 3 6 Presentation Level Definition 3 5 Primary Colors Adjusting 3 61 Processing Mode 3 37 Proj Key 3 9 Projector Angles of Operation 2 12 Cleaning Maintenance 4 3 Components 3 1 5 4 Dimensions 5 4 Number 3 17 3 45 3 58 Position and Mounting 2 20 Resetting 3 4 3 71 Service 4 3 Ventilation 2 7 4 2 Protocols 2 30 3 44 Changing 2 30 Changing in Projector 3 44 Pull Down Lists Use of 3 15 R Resize Default 2 1 Resizing 3 24 A Tiled Image 3 60 Resolution 5 1 RGB Connection 3 2 Frequencies 5 2 RS 232 2 19 2 24 2 25 2 30 3 43 3 58 3 59 5 2 RS 232 and or RS 422 2 28 RS 422 2 24 3 43 3 58 5 2 S Screen Size 2 4 2 7 2 8 4 15 Select Color Temp 3 30 3 32 Serial Ports Communication Cables 3 43 Service Menu 3 43 Service Requirements 4 3 Shutter 3 2 Shutter Key 3 11 Size See Sizing Size and Position 3 23 Sizing 3 24 3 26 Slidebar Adjustment 3 14 Slidebars Using 3 14 Slidebars Direct
74. Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 61 OPERATION 1 with radically adjusted primary colors you may notice a slight posterized or banded effect in images you may have to forfeit some color matching to eliminate this 5 Review primary colors upon installation of a new lamp Step 1 PRELIMINARY SETUP 1a SET UP AND OPTIMIZE ALL PROJECTOR SETTINGS Note that you can ignore color temperature at this point since it will be redefined when adjusting primary colors but do set up the projectors In every other aspect Also make sure that edges of adjacent screens lie very close to one another 1b ASSIGN PROJECTOR NUMBERS Make sure each projector is assigned a unique 3 digit number see Assigning a Projector previous page You ll then be able to switch between communicating with an individual projector PROJ and broadcasting P o PROJ at any time In All Projectors 1c DISPLAY 100 WHITE FIELD INTERNAL On each screen display the internal white field test pattern Use of the internal white field is strongly recommended If however you still prefer to use an externally generated white field set Contrast and Brightness to 50 for each projector Then in the Input Levels menu set input levels correctly for each projector while displaying an external 256 step grayscale 1 Enter a checkmark for the Auto Input Level option 2 Wait for the 6 values blacklevels and drives to stabilize 3 Delete the checkmark an
75. Modules for a brief description of each interface You may wish to use one or more external Marquee Signal Switchers or a third party switcher in order to significantly increase the number of sources you can select If you are using a Marquee Signal Switcher connect the switcher s RGB output to INPUT 1 and connect an RS 232 serial communication cable between the switcher and the projector serial port labeled SWITCHER see Figure 2 20 The switcher communication link permanently set at 9600 baud enables you to access inputs connected to the switcher in the same manner as those connected directly to the projector For most other third party switchers connect and access sources according to the documentation provided with that switcher Use high quality shielded cables NOTE Make sure any Marquee Signal Switcher connected directly to the projector is set as Switcher 1 If it is not unplug the switcher and turn the thumbwheel to 1 before plugging back in and connecting to the projector and or network INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO Y C A Z s O SZ SZ Video Decoder odule 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT D O POWER L 9 D style connection NOTE 9600 baud rate RGB and sync output from itch eee From switcher female Figure 2 20 Conne
76. NEMA 6 15P 15A 250V Mirage 2000 4000 NEMA 5 15P 15A 125 250V Type for Mirage 2000 Type for Mirage 4000 Type for Mirage 6000 Adjustment range for Mirage 2000 Adjustment range for Mirage 4000 Adjustment range for Mirage 6000 Operating angle Warm up period to full brightness Rated life Mirage 6000 NEMA 6 15P 15A 250V 500 watt Xenon short arc open 700 watt Xenon short arc open 1200 watt HB Xenon short arc open 350 500 watts 450 700 watts 800 1200 watts any vertical angle 15 horizontal 5 minutes 1000 hours to half intensity Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 5 3 SPECIFICATIONS Hi IR Control Typical range 100 line of sight IR carrier frequency subcarrier modulated 336 kHz Battery type 4 required AA 1 5 V Alkaline cells Battery life 1 yr Shelf 1 mo continuous use Size amp Weight Size minimum W x L x H of product no lens 22 3 56 6 cm x 30 1 76 5 cm x 11 9 30 2 cm Weight of product no lens 88 b 39 9 kg Shipping weight 147 lb 66 7 kg 22 28 56 6 cm gt 30 1 76 5 cm 21 25 54 cm E 6 63 16 8 cm 11 88 1 30 2 cm R 7 5 19 1 cm k k m 4 1
77. Pull the panel off to expose the s filter near the front corner Lower panel to clear 2 pins then pull panel straight Wr A Figure 4 9 Remove the right side panel 4 8 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual STEP 3 STEP 4 4 5 Replacing the Lens Before You Begin MOTORIZED ZOOM LENS ONLY STEP 1 STEP 2 MAINTENANCE Replace the filter Slide the used filter out from under the top tab and replace Make sure the wire side faces IN See Figure 4 10 Replace the right side panel Align the bottom of the panel with 2 pins at the bottom edge of the projector and swing up into place Secure with 3 screws Filter fits behind tab Figure 4 10 Install wire side IN A WARNING A Use only Christie filters Never operate the projector without the filter installed A variety of lenses can accommodate different throw distances and specific types of installations See page 5 1 for details To change a lens follow the steps below NOTES L You will need a 9 64 3mm or 3 5mm hex socket ball driver supplied with projector or allen key for this procedure For motorized zoom lenses you may also need a remote keypad and flashlight 2 Top or bottom references assume a non inverted projector as illustrated 3 If you are installing a VistaGRAPHX lens first make sure its VistaGRAPHX Lens Adapter is present on the lens Such an adapter flange secures to the projector in
78. RATION Keypad Commands 5 If you press a key while the projector is busy with another action such as during a power up the key press may not take effect When you turn on the projector it begins operating at presentation level displaying an image from the most recently used source signal The projector temporarily leaves presentation level whenever you use the keypad to work with control settings display menus or on line help For example pressing after startup displays the main menu presentation level is no longer active although the image still appears in the background Press again or to return or leave the menu system and return to presentation level Projector Inputs 1 4 Display from a projector input Lens Rete ew Optional Wired Kypd only Pixel f f e Adjust zoom focus e Adjust pixel tracking offsets Requires and phase pat e aeaa ap motorized lens opt Pixel Position Lens Func 77 7 Color shortcu e Adjust color intensity
79. RT CUT Press and adjust the 1 Processing Mode Auto v slidebar 2 Motion Filter Auto v l 3 0 Contrast increases or decreases the 2 10 perceived difference between light 6 PLL Loop Gain 10 and dark areas of your image 0 100 7 Noise Reduction 0 If contrast is set too high the light 8 Horizontal Filter 0 parts of the image lose detail and 9 Vertical Filter clarity If set too low the light areas will not be as bright as they could be and the image will be dim Start low and increase so that whites remain bright but are not distorted or tinted and that light areas do not become white 1 are crushed For best results keep close to 50 Figure 3 17 Image Settings Menu Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION Brightness SHORT CUT Press and adjust the slidebar Brightness increases or decreases the amount of black in the image 0 100 Start high and decrease so that dark areas do not become black 1 are crushed Conversely high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images For best results keep close to 50 Pixel Phase SHORT CUT Press and adjust the slidebar See description in Size and Position section above Detail SHORT CUT Press and adjust the slidebar Detail adjusts the sharpness of a video image Use lt and until the display is as sharp as desired keeping in mind that any increase in detail abov
80. RT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT 6 REZ e O k L CONNECT EITHER COMPOSITE OR S VIDEO TO INPUT 1 NOT BOTH 0 Or From S Video Source Figure 2 19 Connecting an Extra Video Source to Input 1 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual en INSTALLATION amp SETUP Optional Inputs Connecting a switcher Optional modules from Christie allow you to increase your total number of inputs and or accommodate different signal types whether analog or digital Any one of these modules can be installed in the projector area labeled INPUT 2 They include RGB 500 Input Module RGB 400 Active Loop Thru Input Module RGB 400 Buffered Amplifier Input Module Composite S Video Input Module PC250 Analog Input Module Serial Digital Input Module Digital HDTV Input Module DVI Input Module Alternatively the analog interfaces 1 e non digital can be installed in a Marquee Case Power Supply or Marquee Switcher if desired for use with the projector NOTES 1 Audio ports on optional interfaces are non functional 2 Optional digital interfaces cannot be used in a Marquee Case Power Supply or Switcher 3 Connect analog HDTV signals directly to INPUT 1 or to any RBG input module installed at INPUT 2 the optional HDTV Input Module used in earlier Christie projectors is not needed or recommended 4 See Appendix F Optional Input
81. Remote OPTIONAL Guide to Keypads INFRARED SENSORS The infrared IR sensors on the front and rear of the projector receive infrared signals from the IR keypad for remote control of projector functions For proper operation make sure that these sensors are not blocked HARD RESET Emergency access for powering down the projector in the event of a system failure Insert a pen point or small screwdriver The keypad appears in three locations e Built in to the rear of the projector e Infrared IR Remote for tetherless control up to 100 feet away e Wired Remote optional tethered to the rear of the projector While each keypad is identical in layout and provides complete control of the projector you may find one keypad more convenient than another for your specific installation and application The built in keypad is located at the rear of the projector An LCD window above this keypad provides feedback regarding current status and activities of the projector The IR Remote Keypad controls the projector by way of wireless communications from a battery powered infrared IR transmitter Use the IR remote keypad the same way you would use a remote keypad supplied with a TV or VCR When making key presses point the keypad either toward the screen or toward the front or rear of the projector One of two sensors on the projector will detect the signals and relay the commands for internal processing The wired remote keypad conn
82. Shutter OPTIONAL FUNCTION If your projector has a mechanical lens shutter a k a douser added press and hold for approximately 1 second to toggle the shutter closed or open with a single key press this also blanks the image electronically Or quickly press and release and follow immediately with or if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status Close the shutter whenever you want to mute all display yet maintain access to projector functions Open the shutter to regain the display With no shutter installed still blanks the image electronically but the blanking is not quite as black NOTES 1 The status of the shutter is shown in the LCD window on the rear panel of the projector 2 Upon power up the shutter is open 3 The lamp remains on Mute temporarily turns the current menu on or off press and hold for approximately 1 second to toggle with a single key press Or quickly press and release and follow immediately with or if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status With either method a small message appears on screen while the menu is muted Function Key From presentation level press followed by a 2 digit number to enable a specific color or colors in the display For example 6 4 will display only red and green data 6 7 will display all colors data The list of available color combinations is shown below and also appears on t
83. Sur A G E User s Manual 9 Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction gt 1 3 2 Installation amp 2 1 Setup 2 2 2 3 2 4 25 2 6 27 2 8 2 9 2 10 3 Operation 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 3 10 3 11 3 12 4 Maintenance 4 1 5 Specifications 5 1 6 Appendices MNoAw gt Contents Page M LU 05 a oa a o l b S ni 1 1 COA S ei la alalar R 1 2 Purchase Record and Servicing 1 2 Cl O 2 1 Installation Considerations 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting 2 8 SOUS OM MG HU b b 2 13 1077 ON ii UD d 0 2 20 Operating Orientation u uu ada a a aya m aaz 2 20 Lu b 2 21 Zoom Focus amp Lens ONSET aaa aa adada 2 21 Seral Port hin 00 m a pn 2 24 Keypad Protocols and Conversion 2 30 OXU n 3 1 Projector Basis aaa aa ada 3 1 Bu CIN Oy AG E A E 97077 7007797075 7707700799 E 709077070 5755 CU 7 97907 3 4 IN avai ic 3 13 Using Inputs and Channels uu u a yaaa AD an abad abad yk b s 3 17 Adjusting the MAZE ada e aiik 3 22 Configuring System Parameters 3 39 Wor
84. User 2 3 or 4 see Step 2b in Matching Colors In Multiple Screens regardless of the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox status To switch to your primary color adjustments select the proper User color temperature as usual from any color temperature menu Make sure that the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox is checked a 6500K 15 the default color temperature if the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox is unchecked regardless of which User color temperature you chose in Step 2b Canceling A Primary Color Adjustment If you do not want to use primary color adjustments delete the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkmark in the Adjust Primary Color CSC menu This disables Red Primary Green Primary and Blue Primary controls In addition the Gamma setting returns to normal function and can now be changed if desired DISABLED e Disables primary Menu 4 6 2 Adjust Primary Colors CSC color controls 1 Use Primary Color Adjustment 275 2 Red Primary Restores default Disabled 3 Green Primary color temp of 6500K 4 Blue Primary 5 Select Color Temp User 4 M 6 Red White Level 82 7 7 Green White Level 90 21 8 Blue White Level 98 8 9 Lamp Use primary colors or defaults If used Default Gamma is applied and cannot be changed Figure 3 43 Disabling Primary Color Adjustment Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 65 OPERATION 1 Achi
85. a screen size which is appropriate for the venue but not larger than that required Q Installing a large screen in a small room is similar to watching television close up too large a screen can overpower a room A good rule of thumb is to be no closer than 1 5 times the width of the screen Q Larger screens require greater attention to lighting conditions e When laying out the projection room consider positioning the projector and screen in a manner which will achieve maximum audience coverage and space efficiency For example placing the screen along the larger wall in a rectangular room will reduce audience coverage Figure 2 7 shows two examples of how audience coverage is maximized Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 7 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 2 8 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting Throw Distance SQUARE ROOMS RECTANGULAR ROOMS Corner placement of screen ields best audience coverage Screen placement along short wall ields best audience coverage Prime Audience x Prime Audience Area me Area Figure 2 7 Screen Locations for Maximum Audience Coverage Installation type screen type and lighting all affect where the projector is positioned In addition both throw distance the distance between the projector and screen and vertical position the height of the projector in relation to the screen must be determined for every new installation Both depend on the screen size and lens type you are using M
86. aced To make sure that this warning appears enter a checkmark in the Lamp Message checkbox located in the Lamp submenu Lamp Replacement You will need a long 10 Phillips screwdriver for this procedure Procedure A WARNING A Lamp replacement is to be done by a qualified service technician only A WARNING A Never attempt to remove the lamp when it is hot The lamp is under great pressure when hot and may explode causing personal injury and or property damage Allow to cool completely and handle by the housing only A WARNING A Make sure to use the correct wattage lamp supplied by Christie 4 4 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Turn off the projector Turn the projector off and allow the cooling fans to stop automatically before proceeding with Step 2 Unplug the projector When the cooling fans have stopped turn main power off and unplug the projector Remove the left side panel e See Figure 4 2 Remove _ the 3 screws securing the projector s left side panel e Lower the panel slightly to clear two pins at the bottom edge of the projector e Pull the panel off to expose the lamp door near the front corner Remove 3 screws Lower panel to clear 2 pins then pull panel straight ow Figure 4 2 Remove the left side panel Open the lamp door e See Figure 4 3 Loosen the 2 screws fastening the lamp door shut e Lift the door fully ope
87. ake sure that the room can accommodate the required position of the projector for the chosen screen size Throw distance is the distance between the projector s front feet and the screen For any installation an accurate throw distance must be determined in order for the image to be of the right size for your screen the farther the projector 15 from the screen the larger the image NOTE If your projector is tilted in relation to the screen as is sometimes the case for large venues or elevated installations throw distance still represents the smallest measurement between the screen and front feet Throw distance is roughly equal to the horizontal width of the screen multiplied by the type of lens you are using For example if you are using a 0 8 1 lens proper throw distance will be approximately 0 8 x the screen width Once you know your screen size and lens you can estimate throw distance needed see example in Figure 2 8 Screen x Lens Type Approx Throw Distance 6 x 1 2 7 2 4 2 1 lens sum H Figure 2 8 Estimating Throw Distance IMPORTANT For proper SEE APPENDIX E placement in an installation always refer to the throw distance formula and or graph for your lens as listed in Appendix E Keep in mind that due to lens manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length actual throw distance can vary 5 between lenses described as having the same throw ratio Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual
88. al HANI INSTALLATION amp SETUP For either type of network continue connecting projectors in this manner until you ve reached the last projector in the chain so that only the last projector has an empty RS 232 OUT or RS 422 PORT if applicable See examples below
89. al ee OPERATION Editing Numerical Values w 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels Do 1 Select an Input Or a Channel NOTE Press at any time to cancel changes and return to the previously defined text Enter numbers directly from the keypad in order to specify numbers representing projectors channels source setups switchers or slots As each digit is entered it is displayed and the cursor moves on Note that channel numbers are always defined with 2 digits for example if you enter only a single digit like 7 for a channel number the channel will automatically be defined as 07 Use 07 to utilize this channel NOTES 1 Once you enter the first digit this digit replaces all old digits 2 If you press any non numbered key the number entered up to that point is accepted and updated as the new value 3 Press to cancel editing of numerical values NOTE See Section 2 Installation and Setup for a full explanation of how to connect a variety of sources to the projector The projector stores and automatically recalls up to 99 different channels source setups for a variety of inputs This memory feature allows you to define and conveniently use a wide variety of customized setups rather than having to repeatedly re configure the projector for different presentations Each physical source 1 input can have several different channels associated with it INPUT An input simply describes a physical location fo
90. aloon A channel name or freq channel is highlighted upon entering the Channel List or if this channel is not displayed in the list the first channel in the list is highlighted 2 Channels created automatically do not appear in the Channel List unless a parameter has been changed All available channels are listed in the Channel Setup menu which describes how each channel can be accessed and which serves as the gateway for editing copying and deleting channels From the presentation level press to 3 gt Channel Setup display the Main menu 01 EA 0 4 p4WH 48 73k 60 01 To display the Channel 02 A 0 2 iDig Ist display Setup menu press 3 or 03 E AS 0 1 iSG 33 72k 60 00 move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and N location signal type V sync press Channel A locked auto source that appears in the Chan list S etup menu will appear An unlocked auto source that does not appear in the list see sample at right Figure 3 11 All Channels Appear in the with the active channel Channel Setup Menu highlighted WHAT APPEARS IN THE CHANNEL SETUP MENU As shown in Figure 3 11 this menu lists all channels defined so far and indicates how they are connected to the projector The far left column contains current channel numbers defined The values in the far right columns indicate horizontal and vertical frequencies if a name has been defined for thi
91. and received Single Yellow Flash Keypress from the wrong protocol Continuous Yellow Flash Lamp expired replace the lamp Red amp Yellow Pattern System Error See 3 12 Error Conditions STATUS UUUUUUDUUUUU na nannnnnnnn o POWER POWER LED Projector is unplugged Steady Yellow Powered down Steady Green Normal stand by or cool down Steady Red System Error code on Status LED identifies error Figure 3 2 Reading the Status LEDs NOTE A steady red power light accompanied by a coded pattern of red and yellow flashes from the status light indicates an internal system error Consult the rear LCD display for an explanation and see 3 12 Error Conditions Should the problem persist contact a qualified service technician available through your dealer REMOTE WIRED KEYPAD CONNECTOR 3 pin XLR For optional tethered remote control of the projector BUILT IN KEYPAD Alternative location for entering commands NOTE If desired the keypad can be inverted by a qualified service technician Contact your dealer LCD STATUS DISPLAY Visual feedback for monitoring projector activities and Status Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 3 OPERATION 1 3 4 3 3 Using the Keypad Built in IR Remote Wired
92. arning message indicates that a system malfunction has been detected see Status LED Codes below A system warning message replaces any input signal 3 0 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual ee OPERATION message and disappears when the input signal status changes While the projector will remain operational the message indicates the presence of a serious problem that should be reported to the manufacturer You can press to remove the message but for best results you should reset the projector power the projector down and up again with the Power key System Errors A system error message indicates that a serious malfunction has been detected and must be reported to the manufacturer see Status LED Codes below The projector will no longer operate and must be reset power the projector down and up again with the key The Status LED Codes If the Status LED on the back of the projector repeatedly flashes a pattern of yellow and red light while the Power LED glows a continuous red you have encountered a likely system error requiring the attention of a qualified service technician see System Warnings and System Errors above Try resetting the projector by powering it off and on again cooling when necessary Consult Table 3 4 and contact your dealer if the problem persists The specific pattern of flashing indicates the 2 digit code identifying the type of problem encountered the number of yellow flashes represents the fir
93. ated Do not attempt to service the projector yourself All servicing must be performed by a qualified Christie service technician only If replacement parts are required it 1s important that only Christie approved parts are used Other parts may result in fire electric shock or risk of personal injury Clean the projector when required Before cleaning always unplug the projector from the power outlet To avoid the risk of scratching the lens clean the lens only if absolutely required A small amount of dust on the lens will have very little effect on picture quality If the lens must be cleaned use a DRY soft cotton cloth Clean gently in a circular motion It is important to never touch the glass surface of the lamp as the oil imprint will seriously degrade lamp performance Should you accidentally touch the surface of the lamp clean carefully with a lint free cloth moistened with isopropyl alcohol Clean the case with a soft dampened cloth Use a mild commercial cleaner Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners The optional IR Remote Keypad uses four AA size 1 5V batteries preferably alkaline To install new batteries open the battery compartment at the back side of the keypad by pulling on the raised portion of the cover as shown Figure 4 1 Remove the old batteries and properly discard Wait a minute or two and place the new batteries in the compartment orienting the positive negative of each battery according to the labels
94. ated images NOTE Applied for RGB HDTV interlaced signals 4 FILM For video images that originated from film This will optimize image quality and stability 5 NOTES 1 For 60 Hz video standards NTSC PAL M PAL 60 2 Also recommend for PAL video standard if the ADP module is present note that you must select film mode manually in this case 3 Signals can be from RGB video composite video or S video sources 6 GRAPHICS For graphic images 7 MOTION For video images that did not originate from film or for moving computer generated images NOTE Applied for RGB HDTV interlaced signals Dark Interval When displaying 3D images use this setting to artificially increase the amount of dark time between displayed frames Higher settings provide more time for shutters in 3D glasses to open close ensuring that each eye sees the full display intended for it Symptoms of cross talk and or color artifacts indicated that the Dark Interval default 1s approximately 375 us but slidebar values range from 0 255 and do not indicated us NOTE See 3 10 3D Images for a full explanation of Dark Interval use Invert Stereo3D This option is enabled and useful only if you are Stereo3D Interface Module using the Stereo3D Interface Module and ra related components to reverse the projector s 3D display of left right frames Such a configuration replaces the need for a separate TTL inverter as described in 3 10 3D Images
95. ation only select the RS 232 option instead To receive both notifications select A T To disable error messages except for invalid user entries select Off Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 69 OPERATION M User Errors Input Signal Errors System Warnings Errors NOTE Error messages also always appear at the rear LCD next to the keypad Invalid User Entry Any keypad entry not recognized by the projector will trigger an on screen error message describing the problem For example if you specify a channel number that has not been defined the message Invalid Channel will appear Or if you try to enter the wrong password you ll see Invalid Password Press or to confirm the message and eliminate the message box NOTE Displaying of Invalid User Entry messages cannot be disabled even if Display Error Messages has been set to Off Input signal errors messages appear when you are in presentation level 1 when there are no menus present and have selected an input on which the projector detects a problem While menus remain operational and pressing any key will temporarily remove the message from the screen you must resolve the signal problem in order to permanently eliminate the message NOTE Input signal messages appear on screen only if Display Error Messages has been set to Screen or All No Signal The message No signal appears when there is no signal detec
96. ative resolution of 1280 x 1024 can be cropped to 1024 x 1024 if desired Higher resolution can be used but edge pixels will be cropped rather than the image resized to fit NOTE Total number of lines in the image including blanking gt 1036 Total number of pixels per line including blanking gt 1424 96 108 Hz input frame rate Pixel rate must be less than 160 MHz Set Pixel Tracking to 1424 or higher Use Minimum Delay Processing Mode Note that this option produces only a single frame delay disables resizing and the Freeze Image option and limits vertical and horizontal position ranges See Customizing the Input Signal later in this section Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 51 OPERATION Hardware Requirements Typical hardware configurations for active and passive 3D systems are shown in Figure 3 31 Figure 3 32 Figure 3 33 and Figure 3 34 Hardware descriptions follow the illustrations Active glasses TTL Inverter NOTE May not be required for all sources Projector Passive Polarizing Glasses Graphics Workstation Active Polarizer Sv Customized RGB Fop N 3 4 or 5 wire 29 TTL Inverter NOTE May not be required lt m L R Synchronization Signal for all sources MANUAU Figure 3 32 Typical 3D Configuration with Passive Glasses amp TTL Inverter 3 52 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual OPERATION Active glasses 25 3 3 4 or 5 vvire Na
97. become more stable over time thus a specific intensity is more easily maintained as the lamp ages 2 Intensity can be set only if the lamp is in Intensity mode 3 Intensity cannot exceed the output of Max Brightness mode Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION 3 9 Projector Status LAMP HISTORY This read only option lists the most lamps most Lamp History recently installed and recorded in the projector Lamp History SIN Hours automatically updates whenever you record a new lamp serial La i l 5678 27 number the new lamp is added to the bottom of the list Use CHANGE LAMP Lamp to record the serial Lamp Hours 1999 number for a newly Lamp S N 1234 installed lamp 1 Lamp Message 2 Lamp Limit 2000 27 3 Lamp Mode Power In the Lamp S N 4 Power 700 New SIN entry Lamp History window use the 4 Va SIN Hours Lamp History 1234 1999 number text entry 7 ChangeLamp Lamp 5 415678 5678 0 keys to record the 1 new lamp serial number and press again to accept Figure 3 29 Recording the New Lamp Serial Number and resets Lamp Hours to 0 the change See Using Slidebars and Other Controls if you need help entering the number Once entered the new lamp serial number will be added to the Lamp History menu and the Lamp Hours timer will reset to 0 Lamp Mode and Lamp Limit remain as they were for the previous lamp and can be changed at any time NOTE Enter a s
98. c image is present the default image will be stretched vertically characterized by obvious distortion and thin people NOTE Use Anamorphic for regaining a 16 9 display of non HDTV anamorphic sources only typically found on some DVDs for example For HDTV the Default setting will produce the same result Anamorphic For non HDTV anamorphic only 1280 e All TILED resizing choices are selectable only if you have defined a tiled group of projectors in the Tiling Setup submenu See 3 77 Using Multiple Projectors Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 25 OPERATION M 3 26 Size Size controls both the image width and height in tandem maintaining the original aspect ratio proportion of data from the incoming signal Vertical Stretch Vertical stretch adjusts the height the image while keeping the width constant Use Vertical Stretch to display data from the incoming signal in a different aspect ratio Pixel Track SHORT CUT Press and adjust the top slidebar Pixel tracking adjusts the frequency of the pixel sampling clock indicated by the number of pixels per line so that all pixels generated by a particular source are sampled Proper pixel tracking ensures that the image quality whether good or poor is consistent across the screen that aspect ratio 1s correct and that pixel phase can be optimized below NOTE By default the projector will sample at the correct frequency for most
99. ce m SS 4 T aaa aO O qo KAN SSS 1 ll IIT C DoI O ee 2 R Yad lt GI 1 1 E Ltt TT L IH T ee ILLI j i i Y 3 82 P s 1 63 m 9 7 cm 19 00 48 3 cm 5 85 4 1 cm 18 63 47 3 cm FT CNTRS 14 9 cm FT CNTRS Figure 5 1 Projector Dimensions Safety Approved to CSA 22 2 No 950 M94 UL 1950 and EN60950 EMC Emissions e FCC Part 15 Class A Conducted and Radiated Emissions e CISPR 22 Class A Conducted and Radiated Emissions EMC Immunity EN55024 all parts Operating Environment Temperature 0 C to 35 C 32 F to 95 F Humidity non condensing 20 to 80 Altitude 0 3000 meters Non operating Environment Temperature 25 C to 55 C 22 F to 120 F Humidity non condensing 0 to 95 Standard Components IR infrared Remote Keypad includes batteries High current AC line cord User s Manual Warranty Registration Card 9 64 hex socket ball driver 5 4 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual ee SPECIFICATIONS Options Accessories Video Decoder Module Wired Remote Keypad 2 Way Controller NOTE v1 2 or higher TWC required Extra IR Remo
100. ch projector use these two slidebars to define the projector s unique row and column location within the videowall Any videowall begins with the top left corner display as Row 1 Column 1 See Figure 3 37 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 59 OPERATION EXAMPLE Tiling Setup 1 Number of Rows 4157777 2 Number of Columns 4 P 3 Projector row 1 4 Projector Column 2 5 Resize Presets Tiled Full Sizev Figure 3 37 Tiling Setup Example of 4x4 Array Resizing the Videowall Image RESIZE PRESETS When your multiple projector tiled array has been defined as described above select a desired tiled resizing method Sections of incoming data will then automatically map to the appropriate rovv column address in your videowall filling the wall with a complete image that is scaled as you have specified NOTES 1 Tiled resizing options are enabled only if you have defined an array of two or more projectors as described above 2 Use the same tiled resizing option for each projector in your array regardless of the number of rows and columns in the array 3 Whether the wall produces a black border or a cropped image depends on the aspect ratio and resolution of the incoming source e For each projector select Tiled Full Size to fully fill all screens in the wall Each section of incoming data will be scaled horizontally and vertically to fill the screen to which it automatical
101. creen width lt ft 44 5 40 2 2 4 1 zoom Min 2 23 x screen width lt gt ft 61 Max 4 09 x screen width lt ft 36 2 5 4 1 zoom Min 2 44 x screen width lt gt ft 90 Max 3 92 x screen width lt ft 72 4 7 1 zoom Min 4 03 x screen width lt ft 57 ku Max 7 13 x screen width lt ft 27 4 7 ZOOM VistaGRAPHX Min 3 93 x screen width lt gt ft 66 ear Max 6 85 x screen width lt ft 51 NOTES 1 Make sure to use HORIZONTAL screen size in all formulas 2 0 8 1 lens is not recommended with this projector Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual E 1 THROW DISTANCE 0 8 1 Fixed Lens and 1 2 1 Fixed Lens 0 8 1 Lens Throw Screen Distance ft 3 98 4 37 4 77 1 2 1 Lens Throw Screen Distance Width ft ft A 4 5 5 6 40 7 02 7 64 8 25 8 87 9 49 10 11 10 73 11 35 11 97 12 59 13 21 13 83 14 45 15 07 15 69 16 30 16 92 17 54 18 16 18 78 19 40 20 02 20 64 21 26 21 88 22 50 23 12 23 13 24 35 24 97 25 59 26 21 26 83 27 45 O1 5 5 6 5 T 1 5 5 5 co 5 co 5 93 8 33 8 73 9 12 9 5 10 10 5 1 7 12 12 5 13 13 5 14 14 5 15 15 5 16 16 5 17 17 5 18 18 5 19 19 5 20 9 91 10 31 10 71 11 10 11 50 11 89 12 29 12 68 13 08 13 48 13 87 14 27 14 66 15 06 15 45 15 85 16 25 16 64 L6 7 5 9 95 10 105 115 5 125 3 13 5 4 145
102. cting a Marquee Signal Switcher Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 19 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 1 2 20 Connecting Multiple Switchers 2 5 Povver Connection If you are using more than one Marquee Signal Switcher daisy chain the RS 232 switcher inputs outputs together to form a complete network of inputs accessible from the projector you can network up to 9 switchers and connect Switcher 1 to the projector as shown in Figure 2 20 In addition connect the RGB output from each switcher to its matching slot on switcher 21 example connect the RGB output from switcher 2 to slot 2 on switcher 1 and the RGB output from switcher 3 to slot 3 on switcher 1 Note that slots used in this manner on switcher 1 are no longer recognized as inputs to the proyector if you select a slot location that is connected to another switcher s RGB output the projector will display the no input signal error message Plug the projector s high current line cord into the line input socket located in the lower right corner of the rear panel of the projector then plug the 3 pronged end of the line cord into a grounded AC outlet Input voltage to Mirage 2000 4000 must be 100 240 VAC Input voltage to Mirage 6000 must be 200 240 VAC Use the proper power source and the high current rated line cord provided See Section 5 Specifications for all power requirements A WARNING A Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord ar
103. ctor will then relay keypad commands to the others If using a wired remote make sure to select the Broadcast Keys option for the projector to which the wired remote 1s connected On either the IR remote or wired keypad press to display the projector box Press again without entering a number the keypad commands will now affect all projectors NOTE 1 If you are using a computer or controller to issue commands use the correct RS 232 software command to broadcast Tiling an image means that multiple adjacent Tiling Setup 9 displays vvork together to form a single image 1 Number ofRovs 2E like a tiles in a mosaic This videowall concept 2 Number of Columns 2 contrasts with other multiple projector 3 Projectorrow 2E7 applications in which each display is a 4 Projector Column 11 complete and independent image Use the 5 Resize Presets Default Tiling Setup menu as described below accessed via the Size and Position menu or Configuration Geometry menu to configure a maximum of 16 displays 4 x 4 into one single image videowall or tiling array Defining the Videowall NUMBER OF ROWS Use the slidebar to define the number of rows 1 4 present in your videowall Each projector must have the same setting NUMBER OF COLUMNS Use the slidebar to define the number of columns 1 4 present in your videowall Each projector must have the same setting PROJECTOR ROW AND PROJECTOR COLUMN For ea
104. d 10 bit ADP 3 37 Noise and Filtering 3 39 Anamorphic 3 25 And Tiled Image 3 61 Arrow Keys 3 7 Aspect Ratio 2 4 3 24 Audio Input 2 2 19 Auto Gain Control See Enable Decoder AGC Auto Input Level 3 35 Auto Power Up 3 42 Auto Setup 3 23 AutoSource Checkbox 3 22 Index B Back IR Keypad 3 44 Bad Sync 3 70 Baud Rate 2 27 3 43 Blacklevels and Drives 3 35 Blanking 3 27 Brightness 3 29 5 1 Brightness Key 3 8 3 29 Brightness Uniformity Canceling 3 69 Definition 3 66 Introduction 3 42 Prerequisites 3 66 Procedure 3 66 Broadcast Key 3 45 Broadcasting 3 9 3 59 C Calibrate Lens 3 10 Ceiling Mounting 2 12 Center Lens 3 11 Channel Locked 3 22 Name 3 22 Number 3 18 3 22 Channel Copy Delete 3 20 Channel Edit Menu 3 21 Channel Key 3 6 3 18 Channel Selection 3 19 Channel Setup Menu 3 19 And Enter Key 3 20 And Function Key 3 20 Channels Creating automatically 3 18 Creating in Channel Setup Menu 3 20 3 21 Definition of 3 18 Deleting in Channel Setup Menu 3 21 Maximum Number 3 17 Checkbox Toggles 3 15 Clamp Tip 3 36 Color Adj 3 30 Color and Uniformity Menu 3 41 Color Enable 3 32 3 36 Color Key 3 8 Color Matching 3 61 Color Setup Menu 3 30 Color Space 3 29 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual NDEX 1 Color Space Conversion See Adjust Primary Colors Color Temperature 5 1 How to Copy 3 32 Interpolated 3 32 Modifying a Setup 3 32 Pre
105. d leave the Input Levels menu Input levels are now correct for this source Switch to the external white field for the remainder of this procedure NOTE Avoid using a digital source particularly YUV for the white field 1d USE THE SAME LAMP POWER Set all projectors to the same Lamp Mode Power or Intensity Set all to the same desired setting default maximum NOTE Do not try to match the perceived light output at this point Step 2 ESTABLISH STARTING POINT FOR COLOR ADJUSTMENT 2a ENABLE PRIMARY COLOR ADJUSTMENT In the Adjust Primary Color CSC menu Meny 14 s 2 enter a checkmark in the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox so that primary color controls can be adjusted and applied to the image See Figure 3 38 CHECKED e Activates primary Menu 4 6 2 gt Adiust Primary Colors CSC color controls 1 Use Primary Color Adiustment 2 7 2 Red Primary e Sets future default Green Primary color temp to User 1 Blue Primary Select Color Temp User 1 M Red White Level 827m Green White Level 90 2 Blue White Level 9885 Lamp Use primary colors or defaults f used Default Gamma is applied and cannot be changed 85556 Figure 3 38 Enabling Primary Color Adiustment 3 62 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION In Individual Projectors In All Projectors Note also that enabling Use Primary Color Adjustment also se
106. d wired protocol can be temporarily overridden by the software protocol change effective until the keypad is unplugged and plugged in again if a wired remote or until a battery is removed if an IR remote Protocol A Protocol B Keypad Keypad Protocol A is set Protocol B is set in Communications menu in Communications menu Figure 2 30 Independent Keypads and Projectors The standard IR remote keypad or the optional wired remote can be set to one of two different protocols A or B To hard wire a protocol to A or B in either remote follow Steps through 5 Step 1 Unplug the keypad from the projector applies to wired remote only Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HAMINI INSTALLATION amp SETUP Step 2 Unlatch and open the empty battery compartment on the back of the keypad as shown in Figure 2 31 NOTE A wired keypad opens as shown but a cable passes through the battery compartment cover Battery Compartment Figure 2 31 Opening the Keypad Step 3 Find the 4 jumpers located along the latching side of the battery compartment These jumpers set the keypad protocol and other settings so that the keypad functions in a certain manner Step 4 Set the Jumpers Set the jumpers as shown in Figure 2 32 Take care to refer to the correct part of the drawing IR or wired optional Use tweezers or needle nose pliers to remove and replace each jumper as necessary 1 jumper F
107. dback See Menu Preferences later in this section Standby Press and hold for approximately 1 second to blank all display while keeping the projector in a warmed up and ready state Or quickly press and release and follow immediately by or if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status Note that the lamp and electronics remain ON in standby mode even though the image turns to black and most functions are disabled To leave standby press and hold again or use vorr Or simply press or Meny Menu Press to display the Main menu A list of several options appears for access to specific functions such as Channel Setup or Image Settings Press again to remove all menus and return to presentation level Enter Press to select a highlighted item to toggle a checkbox checked vs unchecked or to accept a parameter adjustment and return to the previous menu or image Exit Press to return to the previous level such as the previous menu NOTE does not save changes within text editing boxes including number editing of a slidebars or within pull down lists It acts as a cancel in these cases Arrow Keys The arrow keys have a variety of functions depending on the situation Some typical uses are described below See also Editing Text later in Section 3 Use lt J or to change a slidebar value hold as desired for continuous adjustment note the adjustment increments and ra
108. distance between the input source device and the projector may be too great If the distance between the input source device and the projector is greater than 25 feet signal amplification conditioning may be required The input signal may be of poor quality If the source is a VCR or off air broadcast detail may be set too high Keep near 4 for most sources I cannot display 3D images CAUSE REMEDY 1 2 Make sure you are using a Mirage projector Make sure you have the requisite customized source and hardware configuration and have selected Minimum Delay Processing Mode option Refer to the complete 3D troubleshooting guide provided in 9 70 3D Images I cannot access the bottom lamp screw in order to remove the lamp CAUSE REMEDY 1 The vertical offset is too severe causing the moveable internal component to block access to the screw Decrease the vertical offset to move the component up and out of the way NOTE If your projector has a motorized lens mount and cannot power up due to an expired lamp or power supply problem the motorized functions must be disabled and then vertical offset adjusted manually Contact your dealer or the manufacturer Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual Section 5 Specifications Mn SNOTES 1 Due to continuing research specifications are subject to change without notice 5 1 Specifications 2 Specifications apply to both models unless otherwise indicated Mirage 2000 4000 6000
109. down list to cancel any change ACTIVATE THE EDIT WINDOW To enter or edit text highlight the desired parameter such as a channel name and press to activate its adjacent edit window Any previously entered text is displayed with its first character highlighted in a square cursor signifying that this character is ready for editing NAVIGATE WITHIN THE EDIT WINDOW Press to move the cursor forward or lt to move the cursor backwards as desired EDIT A CHARACTER To edit a highlighted character use AJ and Y to scroll through the alphabet numbers spaces and A punctuation available When the character ou need appears press to select it scroll alphabet Press y PP P Cursor highlight Move with lt show2 the cursor will move to the next character of numbers etc to select and go to next current text if present Note that you can also enter a number directly from the Figure 3 10 Entering Text keypad it will be accepted and the cursor will move on ADD OR DELETE A CHARACTER OR SPACE To insert a space at the cursor location press To delete a highlighted character or space press lt show2 show2 Press Press Func 14 to insert a space before to delete show 2 show PRESS WHEN FINISHED To accept the edits and move out of the edit window press Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manu
110. e The message will continued to appear upon power up until you install a new lamp Set LAMP LIMIT to the number of hours you expect to log on the current lamp before replacing it This typically should match your lamp warranty and can be affected by what lamp mode you choose When the lamp approaches the lamp limit the Lamp Message if enabled will appear upon power up NOTES 1 If you change modes over the life of a lamp the lamp limit you originally expected may no longer be possible 2 Turning the lamp on and off can reduce lamp life significantly as will other factors Limit lamp strikes to what is necessary Set which LAMP MODE you want to use in order to control the 1 Max Brightness light output in your application Although there can be 2 Intensity exceptions in most lamps the higher the light output or power 3 Power setting the shorter the life span of the lamp Figure 3 28 Use the lamp mode that best suits your brightness needs For example in a tiled application you may want to closely match brightness levels between adjacent images choose Intensity for each projector then judge by eye and set each individual intensity setting as necessary see Intensity below Or you may simply always need as much brightness as possible which will supply maximum power to the lamp at all times choose Max Brightness Lamp modes are described below e Max Brightness The lamp will always burn as brightly as
111. e not within the specified voltage and power range A Caution Once the projector is turned off the lamp cooling fans will continue to run for approximately five minutes to ensure that the projector and lamp have sufficiently cooled at which point the fans will automatically shut off To avoid thermal stress to the lamp do not unplug the line cord while the lamp cooling fans are running and do not unplug the projector in order to power down The projector is set up at the factory for use in a front screen floor mount orientation 2 6 Operating If your initial installation is ceiling mount or rear screen displayed images may be Orientation upside down and or reversed To correct you must change the image orientation from within the Menu Preferences menu you may 14 prefer to do this before 5 m mALS physically installing the nu inoT1 b h vnil projector in its final 189A b h vril A position orientation IUAGL eq Best Select Inverted Rear and check 2 61 64 LLOUS In the Menu Preferences that the display looks like this 5 KEIL menu highlight and select Houq the Image Orientation pull down list Select from Rear Jedy Peau T elect Inverted Front and chec JUOI4 D M AUI Inverted Rear rontor nda your intended installation ete See Section 3 Operation for further information Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HANI INSTALLATION
112. e 3 default will also introduce a certain degree of noise in the image Set below 3 to filter the signal and remove noise from a noisy source Keep at 3 to apply no detail Color Space This option determines how the color components of an input gt 1 RGB signal are decoded for accurate color in the display Selecting a 2 YPbPr Video color space option is useful only for analog signals connected to 93 YPbPr HDTV INPUT 1 or INPUT 2 Although the color space for such a signal is automatically determined by the projector in some circumstances you may wish to override this and manually set a different color space NOTE For digital signals or for signals connected to INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 the color space function is entirely automatic and the pull down list disabled e Select RGB unless you are using component video at INPUT 1 or 2 e Select YPbPr Video with a standard definition televised signal SDTV e Select YPbPr HDTV with a high definition televised signal HDTV NOTE When certain RGB signals are first connected the projector may not initially recognize them as RGB and will incorrectly decode their color information as YPbPr video These signals can include e RGB signals in NTSC PAL SECAM frequency ranges Scan doubled sync on green e Scan quadrupled sync on green For these signals change the Color Space to RGB which will define a new channel for future use Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 29 OPER
113. e 4 5 The lamp should now be fully free refer to the recycling disposal instructions provided with the new lamp kit Terminal block Remove screw to detach lamp from terminal block Figure 4 5 Detach lamp from terminal block TOP VIEW A important Detach the lamp from the terminal block only Do not disconnect cables MAINTENANCE STEP 7 Attach new lamp to the terminal block and insert Secure the new lamp module to the terminal block with the single screw then insert into the lamp compartment as described below IF 2000 Looking into the lamp compartment the terminal block A Secure white should be located an cae cable with clip at approximately to prevent it 0 o clock 1 from touching roughly centered mesh shield and on the side of Interlock the lamp facing the Ferrite Bead m projector rear Clip Make sure heavy Figure 4 6 Mirage 2000 Lamp Installation lamp cables are twisted together and secure all cabling as shown in Figure 4 6 IF 4000 6000 Looking into the lamp compartment the terminal block should be located at approximately 3 o clock i e roughly centered and on the side of the lamp facing the projector front Make sure the cables travel over the lamp i e NOT along the lamp compartment floor See Figure 4 7 A WARNING A Check lead dressing in lamp compartment Figure 4 7 Mirage 4000 6000 Lamp Installation STEP 8 Secure the new lamp to the
114. e 9 User1 projector the lower the temperature the more reddish the 6 User2 whites the higher the temperature the more bluish the whites Y 9 Interpolated NOTE The custom temperatures User or Interpolated Color can be defined in the Color Temperature Setup menu Until defined these custom choices all default to 6500K See 3 7 Configuring System Parameters INTERPOLATED COLOR Use this option if you need a specific color temperature that lies somewhere between one preset color temperature and another Adjust the slidebar to define a new temperature which will be interpolated from the neighboring presets for example 7841 is interpolated from 6500 and 9300 This slidebar is disabled unless you have a source connected and have selected Interpolated Color in the Select Color Temp pull down list GAMMA NOTE Gamma does not normally require adjustment and is intended for experienced users only The Gamma option affects the shape of the curve determining Gamma what gray shades are available for a given amount of signal 1 Default input between minimum black and maximum white 2 Enhanced Different curves can improve performance for certain kinds of 3 High Ambient source input and applications Generally the best gamma curve 4 PAL SECAM is one that produces maximum contrast brightness and color 9 Linear performance for the current signal and ambient lighting conditions DEFAULT default
115. e a lens refer to 4 5 Replacing the Lens 2 This section assumes that the optional video decoder module is installed Mn Follow these steps for quick setup of the projector in a standard floor mount position 2 1 Quick Setup STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 Position the Projector Set the projector at the expected throw distance projector to screen distance and vertical position See 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting and Appendix E Make sure that the projector is level from side to side see 2 7 Leveling and lens cap 15 off Connect a Source Locate the main input panel at the rear of the projector The lower left area labeled INPUT 1 accepts an RGB input via BNC connectors The upper right area assuming a video decoder is installed accepts a composite video atINPUT 3 or S video input at INPUT 4 Connect your source to the appropriate panel connectors Connect the Line Cord to AC Power Connect the projector s line cord to the AC receptacle at the lower right rear corner of the projector and to proper AC The Mirage 2000 requires input power of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 9 amps 100 V The Mirage 4000 requires input power of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 11 5 amps 100 V The Mirage 6000 requires input power of 200 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 8 5 amps 200 V Use the line cord provided with the projector See Section 5 WARNING A Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the specified vol
116. e active color temperature Changing a white level here changes the drive contrast for that color essentially creating a new color temperature that is warmer or cooler etc For maximum overall brightness always keep at least one white level at 100 When you are satisfied with the new User temperature it can be used immediately upon exit or it can be selected from either the Image Settings menu or the Color Temperature Setup menu as usual You can re define a User color temperature at any time using the Color Temperature Setup menu COLOR ENABLE Select which color or colors you want to see useful while working with color temperature white levels COPY FROM Use this option to replace the currently selected User color temperature setup with that of another This function can be particularly useful as a starting point for a new User color or for accessing an unaltered factory default It is disabled for all color temperatures except User See Figure 3 19 Color Temperature Setup 1 Color Tem User2 HE 3 1 3200K 4 2 5400K 5 3 6500K 4 9300K 6 Color Enable 5 User Select a temperature 7 Copy From 6 User2 7C7 7 0 7 User3 It will replace the 8 User4 setup for the current 9 Factory 3200K temperature User2 in th Stable for the life Factory 5400K 2X Of the projector Factory 6500K Factory 9300K Figure 3 19 Copy From To create a starting p
117. e lamp module NOTE Lamp replacement requires a qualified service technician FILTER SIDE PANEL Louvered grille for air intake Remove to replace air filter REAR DETAIL Status Display Rear Infrared Sensor Stereo3D Interface RS 422 Ports Keypad lt a ps IUULUUL UL UI Input Panel RGB Input Serial In Remote Status LEDs S Video AC Input Handle RS 232 Keypad optional Optional Input Switcher Serial Out Hard Reset Composite Video optional RS 232 RS 232 COMPOSITE S VIDEO INPUT optional Accepts a composite video and S Video signal from devices such as VCRs Requires optional video decoder module RGB INPUT Accepts RGB and sync signals from devices such as computers as well as composite video S Video or YPbPr component signals STEREO 3D INTERFACE Use for inverting left right frames in 3D images RS 232 SERIAL INTERFACE WITH LOOP THROUGH Allows one or more pr
118. e may be installed in this projector a 38 8046 10 xx Marquee Signal Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply Connect three four or five wire RGB video signals of up to 400 MHz bandwidth signals typically produced by high resolution computer or workstations The buffering capability of the module enables the incoming signal to be sent to a remote destination Inputs are 75S terminated SNe CREEN BE HORGOMP AUDIO IN RGB INPUT MODULE 801001 RGB400BA Features Q accepts 3 4 or 5 wire RGB video sync on green composite sync or separate horizontal and vertical sync Q BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs 0 Buffered signals to a remote destination NOTE The audio connectors are not functional RGB400 Active Loop Thru The RGB400 ALT Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal Input Module Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives analog RGB input 38 804607 xx signals from computers or other RGB source devices Video inputs are 75S terminated Video outputs provide buffered loop through to another display device RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT RGB400ALT Features Q accepts 3 4 or 5 wire RGB video sync on green composite sync or separate horizontal and vertical sync Q BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs Q buffered loop through video outputs NOTE The audio connectors are not functional F 2 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual Composite
119. e within a black border Conversely an HDTV image is wider than both 1024 and 1280 and will be cropped on the sides or in the case of 10801 HDTV cropped at top and bottom too With No Resizing signals with non square pixels such as video connected to INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 produce distorted images that are too tall or too wide See below No Resizing If 800 x 600 signal If NTSC PAL SECAM If HDTV If HDTV 10801 1 800 variable borders image cropped at sides image cropped all around e Select FULL SCREEN to use all pixels 1280 x 1024 Full Screen for displaying the image regardless of source or original aspect ratio See right For all sources e Select FULL WIDTH to fill the display from left to Full Width right Depending on the source this may create top RR and bottom borders See right 1 820 Image rp 1280 e Select FULL HEIGHT to fill the display from top to Full Height bottom Depending on the source this may create side borders See right EXAMPLE e Select ANAMORPHIC to display an entire non HDTV wide screen anamorphic image in its native 16 9 aspect ratio Known as letterbox the image will fill the screen from left to right but will not use all vertical pixels available top and bottom will be black If you do not choose Anamorphic when a non HDTV anamorphi
120. ects to the 3 pin XLR jack via a 50 ft cable It is recommended when e the rear of the projector is inaccessible lighting conditions are unsuitable for proper IR transmission e you want to use a separate keypad for each projector in a group NOTES 1 For extra long distances and or harsh environments you may prefer to use an optional remote Two Way Controller to control the projector For operating details please see the Two Way Controller User s Manual included with this accessory 2 Old VistaGRAPHX Roadie style keypads can be used with this projector but the key codes listed on the back are different and do not apply Keep in mind the following guidelines 1 Press keys one at a time there are no simultaneous key presses required 2 For any key having an Power for example hold the key for approximately 1 second in order to toggle the function with a single key press For other keys or to use a key in conjunction with or YorF a momentary press similar to a mouse click is sufficient 3 Press the lightbulb key to temporarily illuminate the backlight for the keys without sending any other command 4 4 gt and repeat their arrow actions when held down For other keys release and press again to repeat an action In a network pause between adjustments to ensure that the last projector can keep up with the commands Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPE
121. ed so that unwanted light is minimized unwanted light JOOP Prime ien JOOp Figure 2 5 Poor Screen Placement Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual Other Considerations INSTALLATION amp SETUP JOOp JOOp R Audience L window Figure 2 6 Better Screen Placement Even with all lighting removed it is still possible that room reflections within the room can slightly degrade the image Light from the projection screen should be absorbed by the ceilings walls and floors so that it will not be reflected back to the screen Again keep reflective surfaces to a minimum Here are some other considerations and tips which can help you improve your installation e Ventilation is an important factor when preparing a projection room The ambient temperature should be kept constant and below 35 C 95 F Keep the projector away from heating and or air conditioning vents Changes in temperature can cause drifts in the projector circuitry which may affect performance e Keep the projector away from devices which radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors and transformers Common sources of these are slide projectors speakers power amplifiers elevators etc rear screen applications less space is required if a mirror is used to fold the optical path e Choose the right screen size for the application Q As screen size increases magnification increases and reduces brightness Select
122. efine color temperature and primary color hues gelor ana Uniformity and or to achieve consistent brightness throughout all 2 Adjust Primary Colors CSC display areas This submenu is typically used only in 3 Brightness Uniformity multiple projector applications that require precise matching between adjacent displays COLOR TEMP SETUP See Image Settings This function is offered in multiple menu locations for convenient access ADJUST PRIMARY COLORS This feature sometimes called color space conversion enables precise matching of color hue and intensity in multi screen environments so that a wall of images is as consistent as possible Selecting this option activates the Adjust Primary Colors CSC submenu where for each projector you can adjust and judge by eye the specific hue or cast of its individual primary colors red blue and green so that resulting full color images will be closely matched from screen to screen Primary color adjustments affect all sources and can be applied or disabled at any time by entering or deleting a checkmark at the top of the Adjust Primary Colors CSC submenu offering a quick and flexible method of color control For complete step by step instructions for using the Adjust Primary Colors CSC controls refer to 3 11 Using Multiple Projectors NOTE It is not necessary to adjust primary colors in stand alone projectors Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 41 OPERATION 1 3 42
123. el of red green blue in 8 Zones NOTES 1 At this point ignore the brightness of individual zones 2 Always ignore menu colors 2a 2b On each screen compare the color temperatures in the 8 target zones 4 edges and 4 corners to that of the color temperature of the center Compare using a white field only and take note of any areas that do not match the center Also decide if any screen exhibits a more obvious color shift than other screens begin with this screen in Step 2b Return to the Brightness Uniformity menu Beginning with the screen that exhibits the most obvious color shift s for each edge that exhibits a noticeably different color temperature from the center select the corresponding Uniformity adjustment menu Left Right Top or Bottom For example if any part of the left side is too blue too red or too green go to the Left Uniformity menu and adjust the colors 1 change their light output until all portions of the left side closely match the center color temperature Adjust an edge first focusing on its center then adjust its corners See Figure 3 45 Match to color temperature of center zone Left U n iform ity uu 1 1 Left Side R 5 61 2 G 1561 pattern 1 Top Left Corner in each zone Bosra gengi Bottom Left comen i Recommen de a 9 B 64 e 0 80 for corners A Mirage 22000 4000 6000Us
124. elligent Lens System checkmark highlight the option and press The lens will not move until you adjust one of its settings Operating Tips for Lens Settings and ILS NOTES L ILS requires motorized lens mount 2 Accurate ILS performance requires a calibrated lens mount Calibrate after installation of a lens and repeat if the lens is moved or bumped See Section 3 When defining the focus zoom horizontal offset and vertical offset slidebar settings for a given channel keep in mind the following considerations for optimized JLS performance e The lens mount must be calibrated When decreasing 4 values are always even 1004 1002 1000 etc When increasing L4 gt values are always odd 1001 1003 1005 etc e Lens movements begin slowly and subtly before reaching full speed changes may not be evident on screen until after a second or two of lt J or P When holding 4 or gt lens movement gradually accelerates e As with any setting you can directly enter a value using the numbers on the keypad if desired Press before and after e Because of how gears function movement to an even value is always approached from a higher value even if the direction of lens movement must Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HANI INSTALLATION amp SETUP reverse to do this Likewise an odd value is approached from a lower value This protocol helps ensure JLS accuracy In genera
125. equency Scan Line SECAM Slidebar Source Source Setup Spot Size Switcher sync en GLOSSARY The maximum number of pixels that the projector can display horizontally and vertically across an image such as 1024 x 768 called XGA The minimum time required for a CRT projector to move the position of the scanning spot from the right edge to the left edge The time required by the video amplifier of the projector to increase its output from 10 to 90 of the maximum value The video output analog or digital of most computers Analog RGB video can have 3 4 or 5 wires one each for red green and blue and either none one or two for sync For three wire RGB the green wire usually provides sync See TTL Video A common asynchronous data transmission standard recommended by the Electronics Industries Association EIA Also called serial communication A less common asynchronous data transmission standard in which balanced differential voltage is specified RS 422 is especially suited to long distances The output from certain video tape players and video equipment S Video separates sync and luminance from color information typically producing a higher quality display than composite video The horizontal or vertical frequency at which images are generated One horizontal line on the display A video output format of some video tape and disk players used primarily in France SECAM Sequential Couleur 4 M m
126. equest Iph Motorized FOCUS does not work I Remote lens functions are not standard with this projector If with a motorized lens mount installed focus function does nothing and the focus tabs move freely by hand the focus motor located just below the lens opening has likely been bumped forward during rough transit of the projector disengaging from its gear Remove the lens and push the motor into the projector as far as possible 14 f necessary wiggle the focus tabs slightly so that the motor engages with its gear internally Motorized ZOOM does not work or is limited I 2 Remote lens functions are optional with this projector Motorized zoom function is not available for VistaGRAPHX zoom lenses 2 5 4 1 or 4 7 1 neither of which have a zoom gear or fixed non zoom lenses Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 4 13 MAINTENANCE HU 4 14 Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY 3 Calibrate the lens immediately after installation or reconnection and again if the lens is bumped or moved This will re establish correct ranges for all lens functions ILS performance seems inaccurate 1 Refer to Operating Tips for Lens Settings and ILS in Section 2 for a full understanding of how to optimize ILS performance 2 A 20 minute warm up of the projector is always recommended The display is
127. er s Manual Color Enable White v Adjust SIDE first then CORNERS 5 i Adjust light output of entire left side Look at center of side Focus on extreme EDGES Figure 3 45 Match Zones to Center Color Temperature HM OPERATION 3 12 Error Conditions Repeat the color adjustment of sides and corners for each edge of the screen that does not yet match the center note that each corner is adjustable in either of its two adjacent side menus When done all areas of a given screen should match Repeat Steps 2a amp 2b for all remaining screens Step 3 Adjust Light Output in 8 Zones 3a For each screen compare the light output of each edge and corner to that of the center If any of the areas differ use the White Uniformity menu to match edges and corners to the center as described below see Figure 3 46 Begin with the screen exhibiting the most obvious variations in light output e Adjust edge White Uniformity first note that each edge adjustment also affects the rest of the screen slightly Keep all edges just slightly lower than the center light output rather than matching light output precisely Otherwise it may not be possible to brighten the corners typically the dimmest areas of the screen enough I e the best uniformity is a compromise between the brightest and darkest areas of the screen Adjust corner White Uniformity last each corner adjustment affects only this quadrant e Repea
128. er suited for long distances than is RS 232 communication RS 422 is not compatible with RS 232 connecting one to the other could damage the equipment at either end If you wish to control the projector with a computer and or other controlling device such as the Two Way Controller having RS 422 capability connect RS 422 serial communication cables between the computer or other device and either or both of the projector serial ports labeled RS 422 these 6 pin XLR connector ports are located near the upper right corner of the projector s rear control panel see Figure 2 24 Use an RS 422 port only if your equipment has RS 422 capability always first consult the documentation supplied with your equipment Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual If using a switcher If using multiple projectors INSTALLATION amp SETUP From computer a 65 26 Two Way Controller etc i IMPORTANT Use the RS 422 port ONLY if your or system supports RS 422 serial both communications Connecting to 1 the RS 422 port with incompatible 7 equipment may DAMAGE the _ gt 6 equipment INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO 28 68 L LOOP 21 S VIDEO INPUT 1 REMOTE GREEN RS 232 OUT BLUE HOR COMP VERT O Gah Gost qm 9 5 s SVVITCHER RS 232 IN Figure 2 24 RS 422 Serial Connection to a Computer A
129. er through the same input location Once you have adjusted a display parameter such as pixel tracking or contrast all current settings are collectively stored in the projector s memory as a unique 2 digit channel such as 0 9 You can have numerous distinct channels available for the same input any of which can be selected by using the key on the keypad followed by the 2 digit channel number NOTE The key may display a channel SAD anna list or not depending on what you have Channel 02 defined within the Menu Preferences menu 01 0 2 pDig 64 09k 60 12 see Menu Preferences later in this section 02 0 1 316 33 72 59 94 Shown at right is a sample channel list 03 0 4 iSVid 15 73k 59 94 available from 04 0 3 pCVid 15 73 59 94 05 0 1 p4WH Fred s computer In order to use channels Chan on the keypad you must first create them See belovv channel signal type H and V frequencies location or channel name To use a new source with the projector a new channel must be added to projector memory Channel List Ca so that the projector will respond properly to an input signal from that source in the future A new channel can be created automatically as described here or it can be copied from an existing channel and then edited as necessary see Copying or Deleting Channels later in this section When you select a direct input press or neut npud or nput4 the existing channels in the project
130. erial number only if you have just installed a new lamp This will help ensure that lamp timer is not reset on an old lamp and that the number of hours logged on the lamp will be accurate A important A Always DO record the serial number of a NEW lamp This read only menu lists a variety of details about the standard and optional components currently in use on the projector Refer to the Status menu for versions of hardware left side and software right side installed the number of lamp hours logged in total and for a specific period such as a rental period and for your projector model name and serial number In addition the Status menu identifies the current channel switcher slot and frequencies Use on yorr lt or to see additional Status information Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 49 OPERATION 1 eee 3 10 3D Images Description How to Activate 3D What 3D Sources Work 3 50 Status Scroll to see more Model Mirage 6000 S N 123456789 Lamp Hours 20 Lamp Counter 5 Projector Hours 152 Native Resolution 1280 x 1024 Chan Name Sync Type Tri Level on HC input Chan Number 02 Sync 33 72 kHz 159 94 Hz Switcher 0 projector Slot 1 Input 1 IPM 6 2 T1 Software 2 1 Interconnect 2 3 Boot 1 4 LCD HW 2 3 LCD SW 1 0 Panel Driver 2 212 ADP SW 2 97 ADP HW 2 31 ADP Firmware 2 97 ADP Bios 2 21 MCM 1 3 Decoder 1 4 1 26 1 PLL 23 1 003 ZX1 3 1 Decoder 1 6 008 T5 Engine S W 1 10r T1 Fig
131. errors if these single links vary from RS 232 to RS 422 anywhere in the network Likewise if you have two serial links connected between any two projectors failure to use the Split Network checkbox can also cause a communication error Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 45 OPERATION 1 NOTES 1 Requires double serial links RS 232 and RS 422 between all projectors in a network 2 Set each projector s Broadcast Key OFF 3 Keypads cannot broadcast in a split network use controller s instead 4 Do not use a split network when downloading new projector software to a network Communications Communications Baud Rate 38400 Baud Rate 38400 FrontIR AorB FrontIR AorB Back IR AorB v Back IR AorB v Wired Keypad A or B v Wired Keypad A or B v Broadcast Key Broadcast Key x Projector Projector 003 ON mb 7 Split Network OFF mu 7 Split Network 7 CABLE CONNECTIONS CABLE CONNECTIONS RS 422 RS 422 m Tel NOTE Required for downloading new Sees EEF EE projector software to a network m a m mo _ pa 01 232 RS 232 RS 232 Either Either Figure 3 26 Split Netvvork Checkbox ON vs OFF a Whenever you install a new lamp in the Llamp 3 8 Working with P Lamp proJector you must access the Lamp submenu the Lamp available from Main and record the lamp u S ae 4321 serial number in the projector s mem
132. es not respond to the infrared remote keypad I 2 Does the built in keypad vvork If so check that the keypads are enabled Does the green Status LED flash each time a key is pressed If not the projector is not receiving the keypad s IR signals Ensure the keypad is directed to either the front or rear of the projector or towards the screen The viewing path between the IR keypad and the projector or screen may be blocked Ensure there is a clear line of sight between the keypad and the projector or screen The batteries in the IR remote keypad may be weak Refer to 4 3 Replacing Keypad Batteries for instructions on how to replace the batteries There may be unusual lighting conditions in the room affecting IR keypad operation Determine if such conditions exist and correct The IR keypad may have been disabled for use with this projector s Press to enable broadcasting to all projectors See 2 10 Keypad Protocols and Conversion and 3 7 Configuring System Parameters for additional information The power is on but the lamp is not I 2 Does the LCD status window say warming up The projector probably became overheated there is likely an error code flashing and a message in the LCD status window Allow to cool and make sure that nothing blocks projector vents Do not operate in environments warmer than 35 C 95 F The lamp may have reached the end of its life Check the Lamp Hours via RS 232 r
133. espect to the screen may not be ideal Make sure the audience is within the viewing angle set by the projector and screen position and the screen type 7 The source may be double terminated Ensure the source is terminated only once 8 The source if non video may need sync tip clamping Enter a check in the Clamp Tip box found in the Input Levels submenu The display is reversed and or upside down 1 The projector s image orientation is not set correctly for the current installation Refer to 2 6 Operating Orientation to set the projector s image orientation to match your installation The upper portion of the display is waving tearing or jittering 1 This can sometimes occur with video or VCR sources If you are using a VCR make sure that the VCR option is checked in Image Settings Video Options menu Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual ee MA INT ENANCE Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Portions of the display are cut off or wrap to the opposite edge 1 Reduce top bottom left or right blanking from within the Size and Position menu Check size and position adjustments 2 Resizing may need adjustment Adjust until entire image is visible and centered The display appears compressed or stretched 1 The frequency of the pixel sampling clock i
134. ets pull down list e Select DEFAULT default for most images This option will center and display your image as large as possible for the present source as described below v A graphic image will resize to fill the screen regardless of its original aspect ratio For example 1024 x 768 becomes 1280 x 1024 v A video image will resize to fill the screen while still maintaining its aspect ratio assumed to be 5 4 v An HDTV wide screen 16 9 image will resize to fill the screen horizontally while maintaining its 16 9 aspect 1 there will be black borders at top and bottom commonly called letterboxed v Anon HDTV anamorphic 16 9 image typical of DVDs will be stretched vertically So with the exception of HDTV 16 9 the Default setting produces an aspect ratio that is either almost or exactly 5 4 See examples below NOTE 3D images are displayed with No Resizing only If non HDTV If graphics If video If HDTV anamorphic signal m 2 5 1280 1280 1280 1280 e Select NO RESIZING to display the image in its native resolution which may be smaller or larger than the native resolution of the projector All Size Vertical Stretch H Position V Position or Blanking values will change accordingly For example for a source with a native resolution of 800 x 600 No Resizing will 3 24 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual OPERATION center a small imag
135. eving Brightness WHAT IS BRIGHTNESS UNIFORMITY When used to refine screens already matched Uniformity for their primary colors see Adjust Primary Colors above and overall light output proper adjustment of Brightness Uniformity can create an exceptionally smooth screen in which e no area of the screen appears more red green or blue than another e no area of the screen appears brighter than another e color and light output from one screen closely matches adjacent screens Although the Brightness Uniformity control can be used for a stand alone projector it is particularly useful for setting up and maintaining tiled images that form a seamless display wall in which the color cast and light output appear uniform throughout each image as well as throughout the entire wall The procedure provided here assumes a multiple screen application A Before You Begin Read through the entire procedure before attempting to adjust Brightness Uniformity controls and keep in mind the following checklist of prerequisites and guidelines USE PRIMARY COLORS A lways activate and adjust the primary colors control as described in the Matching Colors in Multiple Screens procedure above before attempting to work with Brightness Uniformity This ensures that primary colors color temperature and maximized light output are all well matched from one screen to another These matches are needed before you can achieve good Brightness Uniformity result
136. example you can input an SMPTE 259M signal using a Serial Digital Input Module or input an SMPTE 272M signal from a Digital HDTV Serial Input Module Digital Micromirror Devices used in this projector for processing red green and blue color data Located at INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 this device converts NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4 4 PAL PAL N PAL M or SECAM to RGB video The sharpness of a display from a video source A type of rear projection screen which spreads the light striking it Screen gain is less than 1 but audience viewing angles are increased An adjustment that affects the display of an image Such display settings include contrast brightness tint blanking size offsets and others A very rapid variation in image brightness caused by a frame rate that is too slow See Interlace The frequency at which complete images are generated For non interlaced signals the frame rate is identical to the vertical frequency For interlaced signals the frame rate also known as field rate is one half of vertical frequency The intensity of visible light per square foot The luminance brightness which results from one foot candle of illumination falling on a perfectly diffuse surface Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual Gain or Screen Gain Help Screen Horizontal Frequency Horizontal Offset Hot Spot ILS Input Input Signal Interface Interlace Keypad Keystone Linearity Line of Best Viewi
137. eypad and vice versa Follow the settings shown above adding or deleting the cable and batteries as required The cable with 3 pin XLR connector is available separately from your dealer SHORTCUT METHOD You can also issue software protocol settings through the keypad These software commands will be lost when the keypad is either unplugged or when a battery is removed the keypad will revert back to the hard wired jumper settings see above until you enter the software commands again Press Protocol A Press Protocol B NOTE If you change any keypad to a new protocol and the projector stops responding the projector may be set to a conflicting protocol Use the projector s built in keypad to access the Communications menu Under Front IR or Back IR or Wired Keypad select the protocol that matches the new protocol of the keypad at hand The projector should now respond properly 2 32 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HANI INSTALLATION amp SETUP Converting a Keypad If desired you can convert an IR remote keypad into a wired remote keypad and vice versa TO CHANGE FROM INFRARED TO WIRED Remove battery compartment cover from back of keypad Remove batteries Wait 1 2 minutes Plug the keypad cable available separately into the empty battery compartment Make sure that the battery cover is notched smoothly to accommodate the cable Set keypad protocol as desired using wired ju
138. ftware and that lens mount Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HAN OPERATION movements remain accurate to this reference Regular calibration can correct for slight eventual mechanical drifting of movements over time It is particularly recommended whenever the projector is bumped or subjected to vibration and it is required whenever a new lens is installed and after certain service procedures During calibration the lens mount will move in various directions for approximately 30 seconds detecting the center of focus and offset ranges and the extremes for zoom A small Lens Calibrating message appears on screen during calibration Calibration is complete when lens mount movement stops and the menu reappears note that the lens returns to the previous settings NOTES 1 Calibration with a fixed lens installed causes the zoom calibration to time out possibly delaying the completion of calibration by a few seconds This is normal 2 If calibration with a zoom lens installed takes longer than approximately 30 seconds to complete make sure the focus motor is engaged as described in 4 5 Replacing the Lens CENTER LENS This option removes most vertical and horizontal offset and returns the lens to the approximate center of the lens opening the image will be fairly well centered on this axis Note that if centering remains significantly off lens mount bore sight is likely poor Contact your dealer for service
139. ght rejection Rear Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Projector is completely hidden Requires separate room Usually good ambient light rejection Installation cost is usually higher Rear Screen Floor Mount with Mirror ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS e Projector is completely hidden e Requires separate room Usually good ambient light rejection Installation cost is usually higher Requires less space behind screen than other rear screen installations Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 3 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 1 2 4 Screen Type Screen Size Front Screen Installations While there are two basic screen types flat and curved generally flat screens are recommended for this projector Flat screens offer a gain of about with a viewing angle just less than 180 Incident light reflects equally in all directions so the audience can see the display from various angles Because of the low gain flat screens are most effective when ambient lighting is reduced although this difference may be negligible given the high brightness output from this projector Flat Screen gain 1 Viewing Angle h udience Coverage Figure 2 2 Audience Coverage with Flat Screen NOTE Lenses for this projector are designed primarily for use with flat screens but the projector depth of field range allows the lens to be focused on curved screens as well While foc
140. h both dark and light gray areas 2 Display the image in its native resolution select No Resizing by accessing Resize Preset in Size and Position menu 3 Display a single color choose from a Color Enable list or use the key shortcuts indicated on the back of the keypad 4 Examine an area of darkest gray but not black If there is a 1 pixel wide pattern present adjust Odd Pixel Adjustment offset for the current color Stop when the pattern disappears and the area is smooth 5 Examine an area of lightest gray not white If there is a 1 pixel wide pattern present adjust Odd Pixel Adjustment gain for the current color Stop when the pattern disappears and the area is smooth 6 Repeat for each color adjusting offset then gain for each NOTES 1 Adjust offset before gain since offset affects gain 2 A value of 128 represents no change in normal odd pixel offset or gain 3 Odd Pixel Adjustment eliminates I pixel on I pixel off patterns only not any type of larger patterns Reserved No function for these options Service The Service submenu offers the ability to enable or disable service passwords and to work with factory defined color temperatures and other functions This submenu is password protected and intended for use by qualified service technicians only Use the checkboxes and pull down Communications lists in the Communications 1 Baud Rate 19200
141. h to another display device PC250 ANALOG INPUT MODULE A OOOOOOOO 3 OOOOOOO0O ri 58996 Hodooo elle VGA USE VGA OR MAC NOT BOTH INPUT PC250 Analog Features Q accepts VGA or MAC RGB video Q 15 pin D connectors for video Q active loop through video outputs NOTES 1 This interface does not accept VGA and MAC signals simultaneously 2 The audio connectors are not functional 3 Trademarks are the rights of their respective owners Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual F 3 OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES HM DVI Input Module The DVI Input Module can be installed in the projector to display digital video input 38 804635 xx signals conforming to the DVI Digital Visual Interface standard single channel DVI Input Module INPUT OUTPUT Olssssssss _ C Clesssssss Features 0 Supports Digital Visual Interface DVT single channel Q Supports VESA Extended Display Identification Data EDID Q Provides an active loop through using a DVI connector conforming to the DVI Specification Digital HDTV Input Module The Digital HDTV Input Module can be installed in the projector at INPUT 2 where it 38 80461 1 xx accepts a digital 4 2 2 component HDTV signal YCbCr via a single SERIAL IN BNC connector The signal can loop through the SERIAL OUT BNC out to another device such as another projector Inputs are 75S terminated Digital HDTV Module
142. hannel e Select channel setup Projector e Select projector s Help e Display context sensitive help toggle est Display selected test patterns Mute Hide current menu Power e Turn projector on off Standby Turn image off on a toggle key Press and hold to toggle Figure B 1 Keypad Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual or Press and release followed with AON or YOFF B 1 Appendix C Menu Tree Projector PROJ Enter Number 1 Size and Position Resizing Presets PIXEL C Pixel Track 38 Color Temp Setup See DPixel Phase 4 Resize Presets Default Select Color Temp POS Size No Resizing Interpolated Vertical Stretch Full Size Red White Level COLOR Color 5 Pixel Track Full Width Green White Level Pixel Phase Full Height Blue White Level TINT Tint 50 Filter Anamorphic Color Enable DETAIL Res H Position Tiled Full Size Copy From V Position Tiled Full Width CONT Contrast 50 Z 1 Tiled Full Height 3200K f More Tiled Anamorphic 1 Default 5400K BRIGH Brightness 50 2 Enhanced 6500K FUNC Color enable etc Size and Position 2 1024x768x60Hz A 50 j 7 1024x768x120Hz l 5 CHAN Channel 02 sample 1 Top Blank 1280x1024x60Hz User 2 01 0 2 hdtv 10801 2 Bottom Blank 1280x1024x105Hz Use
143. he back of the IR remote keypad Color enabling can also be accessed through the menu system rather than these shortcuts Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 11 OPERATION 1 3 12 e Red 6 2 Green 6 3 Blue 6 14 Red and Green 6 5 Green and Blue 6116 Red and Blue 6 7 All colors Et does the same thing NOTE Once is pressed in presentation level the projector will not respond to non numeric entry until 2 digits have been entered or until 5 seconds of inactivity have elapsed Use of the key within the menu system is noted with the appropriate topic elsewhere in Section 3 For example press in the Channel Setup menu to enable deletion or copying of a channel OSD On screen display Press and hold for approximately 1 second to toggle menus on or off 1 visible or invisible Or press followed immediately by or to guarantee the correct toggle direction useful if you are unsure of the present status Note that invisible menus are fully functional NOTES 1 With OSD on you can still mute menus error messages slidebars etc with the appropriate setting in the Menu Preferences menu 2 The status of the key is displayed in the LCD window on the rear panel of the projector Help Press for detailed information about any current menu and highlight Press again to exit From presentation level press to access the General Help menu consisting of Using Help Setup Keys Source In
144. her or both NOTE Programming for the RS 232 controller must be compatible with the RS 422 controller Figure 2 27 Assorted Networks Note that communication parameters such as baud rate must be set to match the particular controlling device before connecting as a netvvork refer to the documentation that came with your controlling device in order to determine the proper baud rate See 3 7 Configuring System Parameters if you need help changing the projector baud rate from its default of 19200 NOTES L To avoid damage connect only properly wired serial communication cables See Appendix D for details 2 It is recommended that each RS 232 communication cable be no more than 25 feet in length Use high quality cables Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 27 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 1 Back up or Split Networks In a typical network broadcast serial communications or messages destined for a specific projector travel through all serial ports in each projector regardless of whether the messages originate from an RS 232 or RS 422 source refer back to Figure 2 27 bottom example The communication path depends on the serial cabling connected at each projector You may prefer the option of two separate communication paths RS 232 or RS 422 your network essentially creating a redundant back up communication path that can take over should a failed projector or controller preve
145. htness output of this projector is certainly well suited for locations where ambient lighting is less than optimum for projection yet there are still many simple things you can do to optimize your installation Visiting a movie theater can give you an idea of what makes an ideal projection environment Walls floors and furnishings are dark and matte finished A projection room should not have white reflective ceilings or non directional lighting such as fluorescent lights The white ceiling spreads light making the room appear brighter Keep lighting and reflections to a minimum If it is not possible to eliminate fluorescent lights consider using incandescent spot lighting or parabolic reflectors egg crates to direct light down to the floor Light dimmers or rheostats allow further control Outside windows are undesirable in any projection room A small crack between curtains on a sunny day can wash out a projected image If you do have windows make sure that window coverings are opaque and overlapping some window coverings are designed to provide up to 100 percent blockage of outside light Ideally the material should have a matte finish To minimize the effects caused by unwanted light from door and aisle ways carefully choose the position of your projector and screen Figure 2 5 shows an installation where poor screen placement allows too much unwanted light to enter the screen In Figure 2 6 screen and the projector are position
146. hut off The fans automatically shut off when the projector has adequately cooled down Slots and openings in the projector provide ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to prevent overheating these openings must never be blocked or covered The projector should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register The projector should not be placed in an enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual 4 2 4 3 Servicing A Cleaning Lens Lamp Case Replacing Keypad Batteries MAINTENANCE Do not push objects of any kind into the projector through the ventilation openings They may touch dangerous voltages or short out components resulting in a fire or shock hazard Do not spill liquids of any kind into the projector Should an accidental spill occur immediately unplug the projector and have it serviced by a qualified service technician If any of the following conditions exist immediately unplug the projector from the power outlet and refer service to qualified service personnel e The power cord has been damaged e The internal cooling fans do not come on when the projector is first turned on e Liquid has been spilled into the projector e The projector has been exposed to excessive moisture e The projector does not operate normally e The projector has been dropped or the case has been damaged e Projector performance has deterior
147. hutter opening closing gating o Adiust increase Dark nterval control to start dark interval early enough for shutter opening closing NOTE Not necessary with all signals Frame B Right Frame C Left V sync Internal Delay gt L R Mirrors active Frame A er a Mirror Sequencing Time H r Right Right z b Oh el perma es eee Eye AR of LCD Gating Example x Left O 757 Eye X Shutters open close during the Dark Interval only Figure 3 35 Customizing the Input Signal Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 55 OPERATION A Closing Too Late and or Opening Too Early Causes Cross Talk Mirrors active Frame A Left Dark nterval lt Dark Interval Right 05 f Eye s x oe 2 yy Y yaa sh E r LCD Gating d Example 1 1 Left o ceKLEZAMIII Eye Sing NOTE Typical with 108 Hz vertical frame rate signals since their dark intervals have limited range and the internal delay is minimized B Closing Too Quickly and or Opening Too Slowly Causes Color Artifacts Mirrors active lt A Left F Frame B Right lt Dark Interval Dark Interval lt Right My a COLOR ARTIFACTS o
148. ideo Optical Screen PAL Video Pincushion Pixel picture element Pixel Phase Pixel Tracking Presentation Level Projector to Screen Distance Protocol Pull down List Rear Screen Resizing Resolution lens The method of feeding a series of high impedance inputs from a single video source with a coaxial transmission line in such a manner that the line is terminated with its characteristic impedance at the last input on the line The unit of measure for the amount of visible light emitted by a light source The amount of visible light per square meter incident on a surface I lux I lumen square meter 0 093 foot candles A list of selectable options displayed on the screen A video output format of some video tape and disk players There are two types of NTSC National Television Standards Committee video NTSC 3 58 and NTSC 4 43 NTSC 3 58 is used primarily in North America and Japan NTSC 4 43 is less commonly used A type of rear projection screen which re directs light through the screen to increase image brightness in front of the screen Screen gain is usually greater than 1 but audience viewing angles are reduced PAL Phase Alternating Line video is a 50 Hz standard with 768 x 576 resolution It is found on some video tape and disk players used primarily in Europe China and some South American and African countries A distortion of the image shape characterized by concave or convex borders The sma
149. if your image is unstable and breaks up this may indicate that the PLL loop gain setting is either too high or too low PLL Loop Gain affects the current channel only Keystone Not available in this projector Plug amp Display EDID NOTE Requires optional DVI Input Module Disabled for all other inputs By default the Plug amp Display option detects an incoming digital flat panel video signal and displays it in the native resolution of your projector If you have additional daisy chained projectors 1 1024x768x60Hz they will display in this resolution as well If you want to a use a different resolution for example your graphics card 4 1280x1024x105Hz may not support the current resolution select a different 5 1600x1200x45Hz Plug amp Play setting from the list Tiling Setup See 3 11 Using Multiple Projectors Tiling Setup section Use options in the two page Image Image Settings Settings menu to alter your image n 1 Contrast 500 HE ways that do not affect its size or 2 Brightness 50 0 position Changes made to the Image 3 Pixel Phase 0 Settings menu are applied 4 Detail 2 EF immediately and are saved when you 5 ColorSpace RGB v exit the menu press or Menu 6 Color Setup Options not available for your T Video Options projector model appear dimly and are 8 Input Levels disabled 9 More Contrast Image Settings 2 Auto vi SHO
150. ific number entry via the keypad then press lt or and to save or press to cancel Filter 5E Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION Double slidebars In double slidebars such as the pixel Adjust with 4 or D trackine pixel phase double H Position 538 slidebar adjust the top slidebar with lt or as desired V Position 414E7 gt When you have finished with the Adjust with r top slidebar whether changed or not adjust the bottom slidebar with or Yo When you are done press to return to your presentation For fast continuous adjustments hold down the desired arrow key Direct slidebars For quick access you can often use a slidebar or double slidebar without traveling the menu system For example simply press to immediately display the same contrast slidebar accessed with the Contrast option in the Image Settings menu Direct slidebars are listed below LIST OF DIRECT SLIDEBARS H Position or V Position Pixel Tracking or Phase Volume Contrast Brightness Bright Color Use the arrow keys to adjust a direct slidebar or press and enter a specific number from the keypad then or lt or to save or to cancel VVhen you are done press to save and return to your presentation NOTES T You can still adjust a direct slidebar as usual if the menu display is turned off see or Menu Preferences menu the slidebar just vvon t be
151. ight such as the 4 3 aspect ratio common in video output The ability of the projector to automatically recognize and synchronize to the horizontal and vertical scan frequencies of an input signal for proper display The extra travel distance required for accurate lens mount positions in a Roadster Vista or Mirage having a motorized lens mount The frequency range of the projector s video amplifier The speed at which serial communications travel from their origin In this projector the RS 232 or RS 422 default baud rate of 19200 can be changed to match a controlling device The switcher baud rate of 9600 cannot be changed The time inside one scan line during which video is not generated The blanking time of the input signal must be equal to or greater than the retrace time of the projector In projection brightness usually describes the amount of light emitted from a surface such as a screen It is measured in foot lamberts or candelas per square meter Unit of measure for measuring intensity of light A collection of measurements stored by the projector for a given input source including frequencies pulse width polarity syncs channel number and location user adjustable display settings etc Use channels to switch between a variety of setups quickly automatically recalling previously defined display parameters A list menu of previously defined channels available in projector memory Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual
152. ight in image Enter Select a highlighted menu item e Change a value e Accept a changed value Arrovv Keys Move highlight within menu Adjust a setting up down Input e Select other switcher slot location Number Keys Enter a number such as channel input profector etc Shutter e Open or close lens optional nput1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Pixel Position Lens Func Color Tint Detail OSD Cont Bright Vol Menu Enter Exit 20 AON gt Y OFF Input Chan Proj 1 2 3 Help 4 5 6 Test 7 8 9 Mute 0 Shutter Stby Power Appendix B Keypad Reference Projector Inputs 1 4 e Display from a projector input Lens e Adjust zoom focus offsets Requires motorized lens opt Func e Color enable shortcut Detail e Adjust sharpness primarily video OSD Turn menus on off toggle Volume e No function Menu e Display menus toggle Lightbulb e lluminate keys Exit e Return to previous C
153. ignal based on its frequencies and polarities and will automatically display an image according to default settings for such a signal Note that a graphic source will resize into a full screen image whereas video or HDTV sources will resize only as much as possible while maintaining their aspect ratio Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 17 OPERATION 1 3 18 Creating a New Channel AUTOMATIC If you used the source once before and changed a display parameter such as contrast V Position etc then a channel was automatically created and still exists in projector memory see below Using an key will automatically recall this channel and all its setup parameters and update the display accordingly If more than one channel exists for the input the image will be displayed according to the setup parameters for the first channel with matching characteristics CHANNEL A channel is a collection of measurements locations and settings that tailor a display to your specific needs Since source types and applications can vary greatly you will likely want to adjust and define a wide variety of parameters such as brightness contrast tint size etc in order to customize and optimize the display coming from a particular source For example the display settings you choose for a VCR source may be very different from those you choose for a high resolution computer source or one signal may simply vary from another signal used earli
154. imately 375 us but slidebar values range from 0 255 and do not indicate us 3 56 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HA OPERATION Compatible 3D Sources NOTES 1 Increasing the Dark Interval decreases the peak brightness of the image Use only if necessary you may prefer some color artifacts rather than reduced brightness or vice versa 2 Higher input frame rates limit the range of Dark Interval adjustment 3 You may have to adjust Gamma if available it is set to Default if the Adjust Primary Colors function is also in use to account for the longer dark interval 4 Faster glasses enable use of a briefer dark interval V Position and Synchronization By default the projector begins display on its first top line of pixels However it is important to remember that a V Position adjustment accessed in the Size and Position menu determines the first active line in the source moving your display accordingly Such an adjustment therefore increases or decreases the delay in your display signal in turn changing the required synchronization in your 3D application IF V POSITION IS HIGH gt More delay so display starts later in the signal IF V POSITION IS LOW gt Less delay so display starts earlier in the signal Note that H Position and Blanking controls do not affect timing parameters The following sources are optimized for active 3D images using the projector and active glasses Clamp Tip is off The f
155. in the compartment When batteries are in place replace the cover by inserting its bottom edge first and snapping the top into place Do not force NOTE Always wait a minute or two when replacing batteries so that the internal electronics discharge and can recognize the change Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 4 3 MAINTENANCE Battery Compartment Figure 4 1 Replacing Keypad Batteries Me NOTE For this procedure you will need a Roadster Vista Mirage 4000 6000 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter Replacement Kit or a DLV1280 DX Mirage 2000 Lamp and Lamp and Filter Filter Replacement Kit Both are manufactured by Christie Digital Systems The high brightness of your projector is provided by a Xenon lamp SOOW in Mirage 2000 700W in Mirage 4000 and 1200W in Mirage 6000 permanently mounted inside its own protective housing For maximum brightness this lamp assembly should be replaced after 1000 hours of use How Old is The Lamp The number of hours logged on the current lamp appears both in the Lamp submenu accessed through the Main menu or other locations and the Status menu In the Status menu do not confuse Lamp Hours with Lamp Counter which indicates the number of hours logged during the current rental period only and is normally used just for rented projectors NOTE As the lamp nears its limit as set in Lamp Limit a message can appear on screen to warn that the lamp needs to be repl
156. irst signal in the table is 1024 x 1024 and all others are 1280 x 1024 Table 3 3 Compatible 3D Sources Pot Horizontal Timing Parameters Pixels Vertical Timing Parameters Lines Pixel Rate Front Porch syne al Back Porch Front Porch Synch Width Backo Porch 146 127 MHz 144 188 closed lt 600 us 152 928 MHz m L Ts T closed lt 600us 100 Hz 1 159 300 MHz 50 60 no 2 4 j 32 _ Glasses Speed Vert Rate closed lt 600 us 96 Hz x closed lt 600 us 105 Hz 159 382 MHz 20 0 2 2 4 3 _ closed in 200 us 108 Hz 159 329MHz 20 40 8 2 4 6 1024 x 1024 All others shown are 1280 x 1024 3D Troubleshooting Refer to the following guide when 3D images displayed by your projector do not appear as you expect FLICKERING IMAGE Make sure your source signal is 96 Hz or higher IMAGE IS COMPRESSED HORIZONTALLY Increase pixel tracking to 1424 or higher If already maximized the pixel clock rate of the source is too high for the projector CAN T SELECT MINIMUM DELAY If this option is disabled gray you likely do not have an appropriate signal connected Check your source make sure it meets the criteria listed earlier in 3D Source Requirements and Conditions 3D CROSS TALK GHOSTING 1 Make sure the IR emitter is not blocked and that its signals can reach glasses 2 If using a Pi Cell polarizer and passive glasses make sure you are using a screen that maintains
157. is additional text use the arrow keys to scroll Press again to exit Size and Position 1 Resize Presets No Resizing 2 Size 1000 3 Vertical Stretch 1000 4 Pixel Track 1600 5 Pixel Phase 0 6 Filter 0 EF i Help Filter 7 H Position 700 Adjustment of low pass filter of the image signal 8 V Position 545 W A higher number adds more filtering reducing the bandwidth of the image 9 Lens Control 0 More Figure 3 7 Context sensitive Help From presentation level press to access general Help Topics Scroll as necessary within a topic Press to return to your presentation Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 13 OPERATION 3 14 Time outs The Global Icon Using Slidebars and Other Controls Help Topics 1 Using Help Help 2 Setup 3 Keys 4 Source Input Selection 5 Stat Pwr LEDs 6 Using 3D Figure 3 8 Accessing General Help Topics At the bottom of some menus a line of hint text also appears Whenever the projector is not at presentation level such as when there 1s a slidebar menu message or test pattern displayed you have limited time in which to make a keypad entry before the projector returns to presentation level and the graphic disappears These time outs vary depending on the current display as shown in the following chart TIME OUTS Slidebar from pres 5 seconds Slidebar from menu Lamp Timer Msg
158. is module is present It activates full source to screen 10 bit processing for a digital video source typically connected via the optional Serial Digital Input Module or the Digital HDTV Input Module INPUT 2 Images from analog signals INPUT 1 3 or 4 will also be noticeably improved however these signals are first converted with 8 bit processing before routing through the ADP module Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 37 OPERATION 1 Motion Filter This control is most useful for smoothing out moving gt 1 Auto images from interlaced sources In most cases the 2 Still Video proper Motion Filter setting is automatically A Mie determined according to the type of incoming source 5 Graphics signal However if your source is noisy and or 6 Motion inconsistent you may wish to force a setting to ensure stable processing for this source if desired override the default Auto setting by selecting the appropriate motion filter 1 AUTO The projector will automatically use the correct motion filter according to the incoming signal Note that the Still Video filter will be applied for RGB non HDTV interlaced signals and the Motion filter will be applied for RGB HDTV interlaced sources 2 STILL VIDEO For static images with no motion such as graphics from a CD Note Applied for RGB non HDTV interlaced signals 3 VIDEO For video images that did not originate from film or for moving computer gener
159. ith black appearing dark gray By default the projector automatically determines the correct setting according to the type of incoming video signal Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 33 OPERATION 1 3 34 OJIRE Por DVD output with enhanced black SECAM most PAL standards and Japanese NTSC 7 5 IRE Por most NTSC video signals For some types of video you can override the setting The control is disabled for other types of video and all graphics sources Generally if black appears crushed when brightness 50 choose 0 IRE If black appears excessively elevated use 7 5 IRE VCR This control determines to what degree the projector tolerates signal disturbances The correct setting is automatically determined and set according to the type of incoming source signal for instance there should be a checkmark for all VCR sources The VCR option may require a change from its auto setting In very rare circumstances only such as if you are having difficulty switching between two unusual and almost identical VGA computer sources Otherwise it is not necessary to change this option VIDEO TERMINATION Enter a checkmark e For all single free standing projectors to terminate the video inputs 3 and 4 75 e For last projector in a network S The Input should be terminated unless C e For all networked projectors except the signal loops through continues to the last one another projector or dis
160. jector off hide the current menu show the current menu turn the menu system on turn the menu system off Color Press to adjust the color saturation level i e the amount of color in a video image Lower settings produce less saturated colors a setting of 0 produces a black and white image for example If the color level is too high colors will be overpowering and unrealistic Use lt J and until the desired color saturation level is displayed The key has no effect when the ADP option is used Tint Press to adjust the red green color hue for true color reproduction of NTSC video signals or HDTV signals For best results adjust tint while displaying a proper external test pattern from the source otherwise it is recommended that tint remain at its default setting Use 4 and until the desired tint is displayed Detail Press to adjust the sharpness of a video image it is of limited use for non video Use 4 and until the display is as sharp as desired keeping in mind that any level of detail above 3 will also introduce a certain degree of noise in the image Set below 3 to filter the signal and remove noise from a noisy source Contrast Press to change the amount of white in your images Use 4 and until you reach the desired level of contrast for best results start low and increase so that whites remain bright but are not distorted or tinted and that light areas do not bec
161. k if using the split network feature Projector Enter a three digit number such as 001 to assign or change a number to the projector currently in use if the current projector already has a number assigned that number will appear here see right Numerical identity for projectors 1s Communications required whenever you want to Baud Rate 38400 communicate with a single projector FrontIR AorB vi within a multiple proyector application Back IR AorB v see key description in 3 3 Using the Wired Keypad A or B v Keypad If you make a mistake in a assigning or changing the projector 7 Split Network number press to cancel Current projector number To assign a new number enter up to 3 digits For complete information about 10 9 controlling multiple projectors see 3 11 Using Multiple Projectors Split Network Enter a checkmark if you have a network in which each projector is connected via both its RS 232 and RS 422 serial ports Figure 3 26A At each projector serial communications will then remain on either its RS 232 or RS 422 path depending on the controller rather than being broadcast to all 3 remaining serial ports Should a projector or path ever fail the other path will be available as a back up The Split Network feature is unnecessary when only a single serial link 1s connected between any two projectors Figure 3 26B and will cause communication
162. king With the Lampa b la an bi 3 46 Projector Pi iii 3 49 Elm s ni 3 50 Using Multiple Projectors Li a ban na 3 58 EtG iiilioib 3 69 Warnings and Guidelines 4 1 VG AIM BIAS ais snag E ETA T EEI 107777 M YK E A 4 3 Replacime Keypad al p 4 3 Replacing the Lamp and Hilter 4 4 Replacing the Lens a a arada a adan n 4 9 Tio eshogtiii ua u aida ada aae 4 12 De CLEC LL a aaa aaa adla 5 1 1 Keypad b 1 Nl ij L u E b um 1 Serial Communication Cables D 1 Tu077 r aya a ad n E 1 Optional Input Modules F 1 NOTE Due to continuing research all information in this manual is subject to change without notice 54 017142 06P Softvvare Version 2 1 08 02 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual Section 1 Introduction Tn Mirage 2000 4000 6000 projectors are professional quality DMD multimedia 1 1 The Projectors Features and Options projectors that use Digital Light Processing DLP technology from Texas Instruments to produce high brightness stereoscopic three dimensional graphics These models can interface with IBM com
163. l 0 If decreasing to an odd value movement will reverse its approach 0 If increasing to an even value movement will reverse its approach e To make small adjustments for ILS recall always maintain the current odd or even status for the new value this will prevent the lens from reversing at a point very near to the requested setting and settling in the area of extra travel known as the backlash zone an area which is not recognized by the JLS For accurate tweaking of an odd setting press gt If even press 4z FOR EXAMPLE If the current setting 15 1001 and you enter 1002 the lens must move slightly beyond the requested setting before quickly reversing back down to 1002 Although 1002 will appear in the menu the physical location of the lens will not be accurately recalled by the LS Instead if you need to slightly increase a current odd setting such as 1001 either press as often as necessary or go to a nearby odd setting 1003 1005 etc rather than switching to an even setting 1002 1004 etc This technique will prevent the lens from reversing and settling in the backlash zone Try to release the lt or key before reaching a desired lens setting then continue as necessary with small incremental adjustments in the same direction If you overshoot slightly do not reverse and tweak into place unless you have overshot beyond the backlash zone which can vary from 10 to 600 increments
164. l Switchers can be connected to the first with their input locations switcher slot selectable through the key on the keypad Switcher inputs can also be selected at the switcher by pressing the appropriate front panel push button or through serial communications See Section 2 BHLECTROHOME IMARQUEE SIGNAL SWITCHER 7 Marquee Signal Suvitcher Features simple connection and push button control easy to see illuminated indicators 9 slots for analog interface modules RS 232 serial interface input for a wired remote keypad universal power input up to 9 switchers can be daisy chained together with a projector Sc o RGB500 Input Module RGB500 Input Module may be installed in this projector a Marquee Signal 38 804606 xx Switcher or a Marquee Case Power Supply The module receives analog RGB input signals from computers or other RGB source devices r sync R HORICOMP VERT AUDIO IN RGB INPUT MODULE 801001 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual F 1 OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES HM RGB500 Features Q accepts 3 4 or 5 wire RGB video sync on green composite sync or separate horizontal and vertical sync up to 500 MHz bandwidth Q BNC connectors for RGB signal inputs NOTE The audio connectors are not functional RGB400BA Input Module The RGB400 Buffered Amplifier Input Modul
165. larizer the input signal must be synchronized with the polarizer e MIRAGE PROJECTOR To customize your 3D input signal for use with the projector you will need access to software that controls video output timing from the graphics source For example the Video Format Compiler vfc and ir combine are required when using the Silicon Graphics ONYX workstation The display must be synchronized with shutter control called gating so that each eye receives only the frames of data intended for it otherwise you will detect opposing data frames cross talk and see faulty images This requirement means that timing parameters in your source should guarantee the following 1 Each new frame begins after the opposing shutter mechanism is closed 2 Each frame completes its display before the opposing shutter mechanism begins to open 3 Each frame mirror sequence is displayed in its entirety to the correct eye What To Adjust Since current 3D video sources do not have the necessary characteristics for use with this projector you must synchronize the projector s display with your gating mechanism by adjusting the vertical sync width and or vertical back porch of the input signal and in many cases by adjusting the projector s Dark Interval control These two parameters input timing and dark interval are described below Note that because they interact with each other you may have to go back and forth between them when optimizing
166. llest 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 indicated by the number of pixels per line The projector is at presentation level when an image from a source is displayed without the presence of a slidebar menu pull down list or error message The distance between the projector s front feet centers and the screen Also called Throw Distance The type of code format called A or B utilized by the remote keypad s The default protocol set at manufacture is Protocol A By using two different keypad protocols adjacent projectors can be controlled independently with their remote IR keypads A selectable menu item that unfolds into a list of options pertaining to it 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 source A 4 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual Resolution projector Retrace Time Horizontal Rise Time RGB Video RS 232 RS 422 S Video Scan Fr
167. ls COLORS ARE OFF If some grays in your grayscale appears tinted when viewed in 3D mode 1 e Minimum Delay your glasses may be slightly slow for the current signal setup 1 If possible adjust the projector s Dark Interval control 2 Double check timing adjustments to the source 3 Use faster glasses When working with multiple projectors you may want to use the RS 232 or RS 422 serial ports to chain the projectors together in a network that you control from either a keypad or a computer controller see 2 9 Serial Port Connections Or you may prefer that each projector stands alone but is controlled with a common IR remote keypad You can also tile a single incoming image among multiple displays in a videowall with each display making up a portion of the total image In such cases you can switch back and forth between broadcasting to all projectors or controlling each projector individually Make sure you have assigned a unique projector number to each projector present this number will be required in order get the exclusive attention of an individual projector To assign a projector number Press and select the Configuration menu then the Communications submenu Scroll down to Projector and enter a valid three digit number 000 to 999 identifying the current projector Press to accept the entry or to cancel Repeat for each projector using a unique three digit number for each Once every projector has it
168. ly the Green Primary til intensity 4 Next Primary menu for each 5 Lamp Mode Power v remaining projector 6 Power 485 NU reduce the Green 7 White Level as necessary until all Figure 3 41 Reduce Primary White Level if green light output Necessary appears to match See right 3c MATCH GREENS Compare green fields and choose least saturated green i e the screen which you feel is furthest from pure green and leans slightly toward yellow or blue In the Green Primary menu for each remaining projector starting with the adjacent proyector add red or blue as necessary until all green fields match the first both in color and light output Sometimes all projectors need 7 Green Primary color added other 1 Red 001 em Addas times certain 2 Green White Level 88 2 T 77 Max 25 of projectors will Blue 12 7 need red and others 4 Next Primary will need blue etc 5 Lamp Mode Power vi 6 7 See right NOTE Power 485 Green affects the light output of any color the most blue the least Figure 3 42 Add Secondary Colors As Necessary In All Projectors 3d ADJUST NEXT reen Primary PUNAT 1 Red 4 2 Blue Primary When all 2 Green White Level 88 2 h 3 Blue 22 j greens matcn 4 Next Primary m 3 Blue White Level 90 2 MEET 5i Lamp Mode Power Y Next Primary select Next 6 Power 485 Lamp Mode Power vl Primary ro
169. ly maps See right Note this option does not necessarily maintain aspect ratio Tiled Full Size e For each projector select Tiled Full Width Tiled Full Width to fill the videowall from left to right while maintaining aspect ratio This typically creates a top and bottom black border on the wall and is best suited for HDTV signals See right NOTE FOR LARGE ARRAYS 1 In large arrays having 3 or 4 rows the center row s will automatically fill 2 Screens with very little or no image will be blanked cropped 3 60 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION Matching Colors In Multiple Screens For each projector select Tiled Full Height to MALL rus fill the videowall from top to bottom while maintaining the incoming aspect ratio This typically creates a black border on the left and right edges of the wall See right NOTE FOR LARGE ARRAYS 1 In large arrays having 3 or 4 columns rows the center screen s will automatically fill 2 Screens having very little or no image will be blanked cropped e For each projector select Tiled Anamorphic Tiled Anamorphic to fill the videowall from left to right while maintaining the incoming widescreen anamorphic aspect ratio of 16 9 This typically creates a black border at the top and bottom edges of the wall See right NOTE FOR LARGE ARRAYS 1 I
170. m T Power 485 E the Green Primary menu The Blue Primary menu will appear and your screens will turn to a full blue field Repeat steps 3b and 3c for blue then for red For each primary adjustment add other secondary colors as necessary 3e ALL COLORS Because one color may be slightly affected by settings used for another recheck all 3 colors to make sure your initial matching is still good Adjust if necessary NOTE If desired use und 6 1 for full red field 6 2 for green and 6 3 for blue 3 64 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION 3f ADJUST WHITES Exit to the main Adjust Primary Colors CSC menu to view all white fields once more If necessary adjust white levels slightly to match all white fields You have now completed the color matching of all screens On each projector the settings now define your chosen User color temperature see Step 2b For best results set Lamp Mode to Intensity on all projectors light output from each will be maintained as closely as possible over time Applying the Primary Color Adjustments For New Sources For any new sources that you may use keep in mind the following Q User 1 is the default color temperature for all sources as long as the Use Primary Color Adjustment checkbox remains checked in the Adjust Primary Colors CSC menu Q 6500K is the default color temperature if you adjusted primary colors for
171. main intact for the life of the projector 3 The setups for the User color temperature you selected at the top of the Color Temperature Setup menu will now be updated replaced by those for the permanent factory calibrated temperature you selected in the Copy From list Again a User temperature can be altered at any time if desired Video Options Not applicable with graphics sources Video Options VIDEO STANDARD The projector Video Standard A v 2 Input Video Black automatically detects the video standard 3 i VCR o present and displays the name of this 4 Video Termination 17 standard here Press to view or 5 Enable Decoder AGC v select a different video standard from a 6 Decoder Luma Delay 8 complete list available to the projector some will appear disabled depending on the current incoming signal Selecting a specific standard forces the projector to process the signal according to this standard NOTE This option should remain set at Auto for all instances EXCEPT 1 a poor quality input signal or 2 a black and white video signal In order to detect and display such signals select the relevant standard INPUT VIDEO BLACK This control compensates for incoming elevated black levels called setup that are present in certain video signals and ensures that blacks on screen are neither crushed 1 e with dark gray appearing black nor excessively elevated 1 e w
172. motoriz ntrol of _ focus 1 Focus 3140 EEE i Zoom 5711 Lens Horizontal Offset 4881 Lens Vertical Offset 2664 Intelligent Lens System 1 Calibrate Lens Center Lens and zoom and other related functions In the Lens Control menu All slidebars can be adjusted with L4 and or set with a specific value entered from the keypad 52 5 Figure 3 4 Lens Control Menu lersl NOTE Since the direction of lens travel affects the final true position of the lens setting a lens position focus zoom or an offset to a specific value may cause the lens to reverse its direction of travel depending on its starting point so that it approaches the setting from the necessary direction Any even numbered setting is approached from above the slidebar values will decrease any odd numbered setting is approached from below the slidebar value will increase This ensures accurate lens positioning FOCUS Adjust the image clarity If focus is not uniform throughout the image bore sight is likely poor Contact your dealer for service ZOOM Enlarge or shrink the image note requires a non VistaGRAPHX zoom lens HORIZONTAL OFFSET Shift the lens and image left or right Note that slidebar values will not reach extremes of O or 9999 This is normal VERTICAL OFFSET Shift the lens and image up or down Note that slidebar values will not reach extremes of O or 9999 This is normal INTELLIGENT LENS SYSTEM E
173. mper settings Replace battery compartment cover Plug into the 3 pin XLR port at the rear panel of the projector TO CHANGE FROM WIRED TO INFRARED Unplug the keypad from the projector Open the keypad back and unplug the keypad cable Wait 1 2 minutes Install batteries see Section 4 Set keypad protocol as desired using IR jumper settings Replace battery compartment cover Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 33 Section 3 Operation Eu s 3 1 Overview HM 3 2 Projector Basics This section explains how to use the projector once it has been installed Please read through these pages before using the projector for the first time An understanding of projector features and how to access them will help you to take full advantage of the capabilities of the projector within minutes NOTE Installation involves locating the projector and adjusting it for use at that location If you have not yet installed the projector refer to Section 2 Installation and Setup Most projector functions and adjustments are initiated via keypad commands that either control the projector directly or activate a system of intuitive menus Collections of settings can be defined and retained in the projector s internal memory as a custom channel with up to 99 different channels possible Components and functions are illustrated below Lamp side panel Components Features Front IR sensor L
174. mperature Setup Menu Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 31 OPERATION 1 SELECT COLOR TEMP See Figure 3 18 Upon opening the Color Temperature Setup menu the current temperature appears as the top option You can change to a different color temperature here as desired just as in the Image Settings menu Note that selecting a User color temperature enables the White Level options in the Color Temperature Setup adyust as desired to define or change a User color temperature see White Levels below Likewise selecting Interpolated Color here activates the Interpolated Color slidebar for choosing a new interpolated color temperature for a connected source INTERPOLATED COLOR Select this option if you need a specific color temperature that lies somewhere between one preset color temperature and another Adjust the slidebar to define a new temperature which will be interpolated from the neighboring presets for example 7841 is interpolated from 6500 and 9300 It can be used any time and appears as a 4 digit temperature when in use NOTE This option is disabled unless you have a source connected and have selected Interpolated Color in the Select Color Temp pull down list WHITE LEVELS These 3 controls are adjustable only if a User choice is selected in which case User 1 2 3 or 4 appears at the top of the Color Temperature Setup menu Their current values are shown for th
175. mperature has been set up based on the internal test patterns you can then set up input levels for a given source so that it matches the color temperature of the internal test patterns PEAK DETECTOR The Peak Detector is fast method of defining individual input levels and may improve the accuracy of input levels set by the Auto Input level function Enabling the Peak Detector activates a special operating mode that detects only pixels that are considered black or white all other levels are displayed as a mid level gray When used with a 16 step grayscale pattern where the black and white bands are known to be at the edges of the image you can watch these isolated areas while adjusting individual blacklevels and input drives as necessary Images from this source will then display correct blacks and whites without crushing See Figure 3 22 1 Display a 16 level grayscale test pattern from the desired external source and enter a checkmark in the Peak Detector checkbox NOTE The Peak Detector will initially render the grayscale as a uniform gray field before adjustment 2 Display one primary color use Color Enable to select 3 For the current color adjust its corresponding Blacklevel slidebar just until a single band of black appears at one edge of the screen This band represents the first band of the grayscale pattern which should be 100 black Do not adjust too far 4 With the same color still active adjust its co
176. n it will stay up Ay Fy 565610 25252 Cd s 2229 sch 2 er k ed m Bese 252 544 P Swing door up to open Figure 4 3 Open the lamp door Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 4 5 MAINTENANCE HU 4 6 STEP5 Loosen the spring loaded T bolts The lamp module is secured to its adjustment plate with 3 large spring loaded T bolts that lock in and out with a 90 turn they are the largest heads visible on the adjustment plate To remove each T bolt use a Phillips screwdriver to push and turn each bolt 90 The pin behind each bolt will align Spring with its slot and pop the bolt loaded free See right NOTE If you can t access the bottom screw in the 4000 6000 decrease vertical offset Terminal block Adjustment plate Push and turn 90 Figure 4 4 Loosen spring loaded T bolts SHOWN 4000 6000 ORIENTATION REVERSE FOR 2000 STEP 6 Remove lamp and detach from terminal block Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual Pull the lamp module out slightly Note that it is still attached to a terminal block which connects to the lamp power supply via anode and cathode cables the lamp module cannot be fully removed yet Remove the single screw securing the lamp module to the terminal block See Figur
177. n large arrays having 3 or 4 columns rows the center screen s will automatically fill 2 Screens having very little or no image will be blanked cropped Large Displays and 10 bit Processing When processing sources through Top and bottom rows the opti onal ADP module you have almost no data Re tile on fewer rows may have to crop the extreme top and bottom edges of the image OR map to fewer screens see right In a multiple projector wall you will likely want to precisely match image color and intensity from screen to screen so that the wall is as uniform as possible The first step in achieving such consistency 15 to use the Adjust Primary Colors CSC menu to fine tune each proyector s fundamental primary colors red green and blue so that each color hue and intensity appears exactly the same from projector to projector Once matched these colors work together to essentially create a single new color temperature or image cast that all projectors can attain range is 5250 6750K This setup can be applied or disabled at any time throughout the wall simplifying both the setup and maintenance of a seamless wall Follow the step by step instructions below NOTES L During this procedure look at the center of each screen 2 On line hints and help can guide you through the procedure 3 A color meter is helpful but not required 4 Color matches are optimized for graphic sources If using video sources
178. nable Intelligent Lens System LS to add the 4 lens positions focus zoom horizontal and vertical offset to the current channel settings recorded in projector memory see 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels if you are unfamiliar with channels This feature is particularly useful if you are using sources with differing aspect ratios such as anamorphic vs 5 4 When switching to and from such displays the Scroll menu with ON and AOFF 7 Lens Control nu automat cally move to the last Focus 3140 defined position 2 Zoom 5711 gt Adjust with A ana P orea a i 3 Lens Horizontal Offset 4881 uickl 4 Lens Vertical Offset 2664 q ti 7 th 5 Intelligent Lens System op 6 Calibrate Lens these lens settings in display for focus 7 Center Lens current channel memory zoom and offsets ILS is a global Figure 3 5 Lens Settings and the ILS function any lens settings you subsequently define for other channels will be recalled whenever you use those channels Delete the checkmark if you want to use consistent zoom focus and offset settings for all channels the lens will not move unless you re adjust a lens setting For full details regarding optimization of JLS performance refer to 2 8 Zoom Focus and Lens Offset CALIBRATE LENS Select Calibrate Lens to ensure that the physical mid point for each of the four lens functions is defined as such in so
179. ng HAN GLOSSARY The ability of a screen to direct incident light to an audience A flat matte white wall has a gain of approximately 1 Screens with gain less than attenuate incident light screens with gain more than 1 direct more incident light to the audience but have a narrow viewing angle For example An image reflecting off a 10 gain screen appears 10 times brighter than it would if reflected off a matte white wall Curved screens usually have larger gain than flat screens A display of help information regarding the current task or presentation The frequency at which scan lines are generated which varies amongst sources Also called horizontal scan rate or line rate The difference between the center of the projected image and the center of the projector lens For this projector this value is expressed as the maximum percentage of the image that can be projected to one side of the lens center without degrading the image quality Horizontal offset ranges can be affected by the type of lens In use and whether or not the image is offset vertically at the same time A circular area of a screen where the image appears brighter than elsewhere on the screen A hot spot 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 The Intelligent Lens System describes the ability of projectors having a motorized lens mount to aut
180. ng Setup 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 3 15 Size and Position Menu Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 23 OPERATION 1 Resize Presets Use Resize Presets to quickly Resize Presets display an image in its native 1 Default maximize for current source resolution including 2 No Resizing display in native resolution anamorphic or to 3 Full Size fill the screen regardless of source automatically resize an image 4 Full Width fill display width to closely fit the screen The 9 Full Height us ae 6 Anamorphic retain 16 9 aspect ratio letterbox value for Size Position and 7 Tiled Full Size Blanking parameters 8 Tiled Full VVidth Same as above except across described later vvill in turn 9 Tiled Full Height 7 7 Requires a change as necessary vvithout 0 Tiled Anamorphic your having to set them Figure 3 16 Resize Presets Choices manually Resizing options for non tiled applications are explained in detail below WHAT IS THE PROJECTOR S DEFAULT When displaying a new source by default your image will fill the screen as fully as possible for the type of source present See Select Default below WHEN CUSTOM APPEARS The Custom descriptor automatically appears in the Size and Position menu when any of the values for Size Vertical Stretch H Position V Position or any Blanking do not correspond to those for a preset It is not an option in the Resize Pres
181. nge depend on the parameter being adjusted Use lt J or to change to a different option within a pull down list without having to display the list first Use lt or to jump between pages such as in Help or lengthy pull down lists Use the or keys to navigate within a menu pull down list or text box or to increase or decrease the value in the second bottom slidebar of a double slidebar You can also use or in conjunction with certain toggle keys 1 e those including an asterisk symbol to ensure a toggle only in the desired direction When turning the projector on for instance you may be too far from the projector to know whether it is really off or if the shutter is merely closed If you press and hold it for approximately 1 second in hopes of turning the projector on the projector will Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 7 OPERATION 1 3 8 Detail actually turn off if the projector was already on Instead to avoid the risk of toggling in the wrong direction quickly press and release normally the function key you wish to toggle in this case Power Then immediately within 2 seconds press either or as desired The specific toggle will occur Toggle keys are labeled with an asterisk on the keypad They are listed below close the shutter OPTIONAL open the shutter OPTIONAL put the projector in standby mode leave standby s turn the projector on turn the pro
182. ns sources with less than 1280 x 1024 resolution have a 4 3 aspect ratio The normal aspect ratio for 1280 x 1024 sources is 5 4 Expand vertical software control Using a 5 4 Screen With one exception XGA images will by default resize to fill an SXGA 5 4 screen The exception is that video signals will retain their aspect ratio as shown in Figure 2 3 In this case fill the screen by increasing Vertical Stretch to slightly expand the image to the top and bottom edges of the screen For details see 3 6 Adjusting the Image Figure 2 3 Adjusting a 4 3 Video Image Using a 4 3 Screen If you are using a 4 3 screen but producing 5 4 images images will by default slightly overlap the screen vertically To remedy reduce Vertical Stretch so that the too tall 5 4 image no longer spills over the top or bottom of the screen Figure 2 4 This control eliminates the need for simply moving the projector farther from the screen which would result in black borders for all sources See 3 6 Adjusting the Image NOTE The Vertical Stretch adjustment may soften the image slightly but is not noticeable in most cases Default Reduced Vertical Stretch Top of image Top of screen Bottom of screen Bottom of image Figure 2 4 Using a 4 3 Screen for a mix of 5 4 and 4 3 sources Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 5 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 1 2 6 Ideal Room Lighting The high brig
183. nt communications via the other path For this setup connect each projector to the next using both RS 232 and RS 422 ports Then enable the Split Network Communications setting in the Communications menu Baud Rate 38400 for each projector present so that RS FrontIR AorB 232 communications remain on RS BackIR AorB vi 232 paths only and RS 422 Wired Keypad AorB vi communications remain on RS 422 Broadcast Key qem OFF paths only Figure 2 28 Each Projector 003 projector can then receive and send ON b 7 Split Network v either type of message depending on a which controller initiates the Figure 2 28 Enable Split Network commands should one path fail the second back up network path can be used Only one network should be active at a given time as determined by the controller whether it is RS 232 or RS 422 Note that the Broadcast Key option is OFF A important A Whenever downloading new projector software to networks use a single route network only DISCONNECT any redundant serial cabling and UNCHECK the Split Network checkbox for each projector Two Different Splits There are two different split network configurations possible Figure 2 29 Set up whichever option best suits your application needs A SPLIT NETWORK WITH ONE CONTROLLER If you have a single controller and want a back up serial link connect one controller standard e g RS 232 to one
184. ntrol determines the gt 1 Auto projector s processing route 2 Video 8 bit for the incoming signal 3 Graphics HDTV I For 3D gt 4 Minimum Delay AUTO default 77 m 7 The proyector vvill automatically select the correct processing mode according to what input signal it detects Use Auto unless you want or need to override its performance and apply a specific mode instead NOTE Auto does not process 3D signals You must select Minimum Delay mode instead VIDEO Performs 15 kHz NTSC PAL video de interlacing regardless of signal type Note that this option utilizes 8 bit processing GRAPHICS HDTV Performs basic de interlacing and scaling regardless of signal type Note that this option utilizes 8 bit processing MINIMUM DELAY Provides minimum frame delays for 3D and simulation purposes You cannot display in 3D without using Minimum Delay This option requires the following conditions Q Stable RGB source progressive customized to match the projector Q Native 1280 x 1024 resolutions i e the 3D image cannot be resized Q Additional hardware and software as described in 3 10 3D Images ADVANCED 10 BIT ADP Uses 10 bit processing instead of the standard 8 bit processing provided in the projector resulting in smoother and clearer details in video images This feature requires installation of optional internal hardware the Advanced Digital Processing Module and is disabled unless th
185. ob to shift the image left or right Re check focus OTHER Press to refine other display parameters as described in Section 3 Adjust Image REQUIRES MOTORIZED LENS NOTE This projector can be upgraded to include motorized lens controls With the input image displayed press on any keypad Scroll menu with and Lens Control uu A 255 55x Focus 3140 Lens Horizontal Offset 4881 Lens Vertical Offset 2664 Intelligent Lens System 1 Calibrate Lens Center Lens n Figure 2 1 Motorized Lens Adjustments Zoom 5711 gt Adjust with A and gt No offsets approx If you ve just installed the lens select Calibrate Lens before making any adjustments see Section 3 for details Then with the Lens Control menu displayed use the keypad as shown in Figure 2 1 to focus the image clearly and if a zoom lens is present to increase or decrease image size If desired adjust horizontal and or vertical offsets to shift the lens and image location ranges are shown in 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual en INSTALLATION amp SETUP 2 2 Installation Considerations Lifting Hoisting Stacking Installation Type Press to refine other display parameters if necessary See 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels if you want to work with other source inputs or defined channels Although this projector delivers a high brightness quality
186. oint To set a starting point for a new custom user color temperature select a user temperature then highlight Copy From and select a 3 32 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION temperature that is similar to what you want Adjust white levels from there as desired To use a factory default The preset color temperature setups 3200K 5400K 6500K and 9300K can be altered from within the password protected Service menu only note that although such an I 1 3200K alteration changes the setup and Setup can be 2 5400K appearance for a preset it does not 0 3 6500 change its name If you suspect that you 4 9300K are using a preset temperature that has 9 User been altered and you want instead to use 6 User2 the original factory calibrated color 7 Users temperature without clearing the entire soz 3200K projector memory you can use the OE ie Factory 5400K Copy From option in the Color of the projector Factory 6500K Temperature Setup menu to set up a Factory 9300K User temperature with settings from a permanent factory preset Figure 3 20 Presets and Factory Presets 1 Select the User color temperature you wish to update at the top of the Color Temperature Setup menu such as User 2 2 From the Copy From list select the matching temperature labeled Factory such as Factory 5400K These are the calibrated color temperatures set at manufacture they re
187. oire signals are similar in resolution and frequency to PAL signals The primary difference between the two standards is in the way color information is encoded A slidebar is a graphical display of an adjustable setting The numerical setting often represents a percentage but can be a specific unit such as degrees Kelvin The device such as a computer or VCR connected to the projector for display A source is identified at the projector as neut or nputi or as other user defined numbers A source may have numerous corresponding channels defined and recognized by the projector See Input See Channel The diameter of the smallest dot that can be generated by a CRT projector This projector has a fixed spot pixel size A signal selector such as the Christie Marquee Signal Switcher 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 together on one cable 2 Sync on green the sync is part of the green video Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual A 5 GLOSSARY 1 Sync Width TTL Video Terminated Throw Distance Tint Variable Scan Vertical Frequency Vertical Offset Video Video Decoder Video Standard Viewing Angle White Balance White Field YCbCr YPbPr YUV Zoom 3
188. ojectors to be remotely controlled by a computer or controller and provides a communications connection for Christie s Marquee Signal Switchers RS 422 SERIAL INTERFACE WITH LOOP THROUGH Allows one or more projectors to be remotely controlled by an RS 422 compatible computer or controller such as the Two Way Controller accessory RS 422 communications can travel greater 3 2 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION distances than can RS 232 communications but require RS 422 compatible equipment A AC LINE CORD INPUT The Mirage 2000 requires input power of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 9 amps 100 V The Mirage 4000 requires input power of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 11 5 amps 100 V The Mirage 6000 requires input power of 200 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 8 5 amps 200 V Use the line cord provided with the projector See Section 5 A wARNING A Do not attempt operation if the AC supply is not within the specified voltage and povver range Use the specified line cord STATUS POWER LEDS Two LEDs light emitting diodes located in the lower right corner of the rear connector panel indicate projector Status top and Power bottom During normal operation the Power light is steady green and the Status light flashes green each time a key is pressed or when the projector receives a serial command Use the following as a guide Normal Steady Yellow Initializing Single Green Flash Keypress or serial comm
189. omatically return to lens settings previously defined for a particular channel A physical connection route for a source signal described by a 2 digit number representing 1 its switcher projector location and 2 its slot in the switcher projector Signal sent from a source device to the projector A device such as the Serial Digital Input Module 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 field rate is too low the image may flicker depending on the image content A small push button device for controlling most projector settings and operation For more information refer to 3 3 Using the Keypad A distortion of the image which occurs when the top and bottom borders of the image are unequal in length Side borders both slant in or out producing a keyhole shaped image t is caused when the screen and lens surface are not parallel 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 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual A 3 GLOSSARY MH Loopthrough Loopthru Lumen Lux Menu NTSC V
190. ome white 1 are crushed Conversely low contrast causes dim images See 3 6 Adjusting the Image Image Settings subsection Brightness Press to increase or decrease the amount of black in the image Use lt J and until you reach the desired level of contrast for best results start high and decrease so that dark areas do not become black 1 are crushed Conversely high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images See 3 6 Adjusting the Image Image Settings subsection Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual ee OPERATION Volume Non functional Projector Press when you want to access a specific proJector within a network or 1f you simply need to see if the local projector is listening The number appearing in the Enter Number window indicates which projector is currently listening to commands and will match the projector number that has been defined in its Communications menu The Projector checkbox read only shows whether or not the projector physically connected to a keypad is listening to commands from that keypad A checkmark means that connected projector is listening if there is no checkmark you are communicating with a different projector To use a specific projector enter the 3 digit number assigned to the projector you want to use Press to select press to cancel If you switch to a projector other than the one you are currently using the checkmark will
191. on 2 the standard IR remote keypad is capable of 2 A sending data to the projector in either one of two protocols called A or gt 3 B B Likewise the front and rear IR sensors on the projector can be set to 4 Off accept IR data accordingly responding to A B or both The profector s A or B default is adequate for most single projector installations Select a specific protocol to prevent interference when you are controlling two protectors in the same area and want to work with one projector at a time Note that the front and rear IR sensors cannot respond to different protocols if you change a protocol for either sensor to anything other than OFF the protocol for the other sensor also changes For example setting Front IR to B also changes the Back IR to B If you want only one sensor to respond to a particular protocol A B or A or B disable the other sensor by setting its protocol to OFF If you want to disable both IR sensors you cannot use the IR remote keypad to select the second OFF setting This safeguard prevents accidentally disabling a keypad while you are using it Instead use either the built in keypad or the wired remote to set the remaining active sensor to OFF The projector will no longer respond to an IR remote keypad IMPORTANT Keep at A OR B unless you are sure of the current IR keypad protocol NOTES L The IR remote keypad for this projector is set at manufacture to Protocol A See 2
192. on at right O FBec e s m S ree 1d In the Color Temperature Setup menu select User 1 Then If you have adjusted User 1 Primary Colors to create a well matched wall recommended continue to Step 1e If you prefer maximum brightness rather than a particular color temperature set the User 1 white levels to 100 maximum A important A Never change color temperature white levels in color matched applications Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 67 OPERATION 1 3 68 1e In the White Uniformity menu reduce each color light output level to 50 0 This decreases the light output from each color just enough throughout the eeu any White Uniformity color level can then be increased later as A necessary for __ H M light 3 Top Edge 0050 dutpub rom nese 4 Bottom Edge 0 0 5 Top Left Corner 0 01 2777 exceed 6 Top Right Corner 001 50 0 a higher level 7 Bottom Left Corner 0 01 1 will likely interfere 8 Bottom Right Corner 0 01 with achieving 9 Overall 50 01 Set o 50 0 brightness Adjust light output of entire screen uniformity and is Wap not recommended igure 5 44 See Figure 3 44 Ensure that overall light output remains well matched from one screen center to the next Where necessary increase or decrease Lamp Power slightly to recover center matches Step 2 Adjust Color Temperature lev
193. or are searched for matching input and signal parameters If no match to the incoming input signal is found in the currently defined channels a new channel is temporarily created based on factory defined defaults for this signal The channel number assigned to this channel is the lowest available number from 01 99 NOTES 1 An automatic channel will be discarded unless one or more of its parameters are changed and will not appear in the Channel List see below 2 If two channels have the same distinguishing source characteristics except for the reversal of sync connectors 1 H sync and V sync are switched they are still defined as distinct channels 3 You cannot define a new channel without a signal present If the incoming signal does match an existing channel the image will be set up and displayed as usual according to the parameters currently defined for that channel Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION What Channels Are Defined So Far USING A CHANNEL You can normally select a channel at any time by pressing see right If you want to prevent a channel from appearing in this list you must edit the channel as described in Channel Edit later in current channel this section Such a Channel 01 channel can still be 01 0 2 pDig Display Enter 2 digit channel selected by entering its 02 0 1 p4VVH xga sks idin number as shown at right 03 0 4 iSVid Display3 press Enter NOTES 1 The current
194. or either remote set between pins 1 and 2 to set as Protocol A Set between pins 2 and 3 to set as Protocol B 2 jumper For either remote set between pins 2 and 3 as shown otherwise the projector will not respond correctly to keypad commands jumper For the IR remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 2 and 3 as shown For the wired remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 1 and 2 as shown J4 jumper For the IR remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 1 and 2 as shown For the wired remote make sure that the jumper is set between pins 2 and 3 as shown Step 5 Replace battery compartment cover Plug into projector wired keypad only and test Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 31 INSTALLATION AND SETUP IR Remote Keypad 32 1 cm PROTOCOL A JP1 or 32 1 lal PROTOCOL B Locate Jumpers 321 321 3 2 WIRED KEYPAD nal PROTOCOL B 321 sc ALWAYS 321 JP3 IR 321 JP4 gt WIRED KEYPAD Figure 2 32 Locating and Setting the Jumpers NOTE A wired keypad can be converted into an IR remote k
195. orner 2 Blue Overall 7 Color Enable Mag 1 2 2 OO 10 P gt N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual C 3 Appendix D Serial Communication Cables When connecting from projector to a computer another projector or a Marquee Signal Switcher use the appropriate serial communication shielded cabling as illustrated From projector to computer RS 232 For computers having a 9 pin AT type serial port Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connectors Proj FEMALE ee o Computer Shielded Multi conductor Cable From projector to computer RS 232 For computers having a 25 pin serial port Standard RS 232 cable 9 Pin male to 25 pin female Proj Network IN Computer female male 0000000000 000000000000 Shield Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual D 1 SERIAL COMMUNICATION CABLES MH Li From projector to RS 422 compatible computer Proj RS 422 male Shielded Multi conductor Cable Male proj port 2 1 Wiring varies among computers Consult the documentation for your device 3 4 e Generally the 12V pin 5 is not connected Consult the documentation for your device Ue e Connect Tx to Rx 5 e Connect Tx to Rx 4 Rx Connect Rx to Tx 5 12V e Connect Rx to Tx 6 GND 1 From projector to projector RS 232 Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connector
196. ory You 1 Lamp Team can also choose the lamp operation mode you 2 Lamp Limit 1000 prefer such as maintaining a specific intensity 3 Lamp Mode Power light output or power level and define the 4 Power 500 expected lamp life Read only information 5 includes the lamp serial number and age 6 Lamp History 7 Change Lamp NOTE See 4 4 Replacing the Lamp and Filter for complete instructions on installing a Figure 3 27 Lamp Menu new lamp in the projector LAMP HOURS shows the number of hours logged on the current lamp Whenever you record a new lamp serial number this read only value automatically resets to 0 where it begins to log time for the new lamp Lamp Hours also appears in the Status menu LAMP S N is the serial number recorded for the current lamp When you install a new lamp and enter its serial number the number will appear here NOTE Read only LAMP MESSAGE Enter a checkmark if you want to enable a warning message upon power up stating that the lamp has reached the specified lamp limit and should be replaced Delete the checkmark to prevent this warning instead when your lamp 3 46 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HAN OPERATION expires only the status information on the back of the projector will provide the warning to replace the lamp NOTES 1 It is recommended that the Lamp Message checkbox remain enabled 2 When a lamp warning message appears press to temporarily cancel the messag
197. output final display quality could be compromised if the projector is not properly installed This subsection discusses issues you should consider before proceeding with a final installation Even if you do not intend to use the projector in a fixed and permanent installation this subsection will help you to better understand what you can do to enhance display performance Never lift or suspend a projector by its feet or any other component Remove the lens and securely wrap hoisting cabling and safety straps around the entire projector Whether inverted or not attach to the proper Christie ceiling mount only Never suspend or fly this model NOTE Mirage 2000 4000 6000 projectors cannot use a Christie Hoisting Stacking Kit for hoisting into place Mirage 2000 4000 6000 projectors cannot be stacked Choose the installation type which suits your needs front or rear screen floor mount or inverted mount Front Screen Floor Mount Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Easy to set up move and access e Shares floor space with audience Front Screen Inverted Mount ceiling Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS Does not take up audience space Installation is more permanent e Projector is unobtrusive amp stable Itis more difficult to access the projector Rear Screen Floor Mount Installation ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS e Projector is hidden yet accessible e Requires separate room e Usually good ambient li
198. pad for controlling the projector or for performing other special functions Such equipment such as most personal computers requires a serial interface for sending and receiving communications through the serial ports on the projector Note that there are two different types of serial communication ports on this projector as described below RS 232 Ports From most computers connect an RS 232 serial communication cable between the computer and the projector serial port labeled RS 232 IN this 9 pin D connector port is located near the bottom center of the projector s rear control panel see Figure 2 23 Then set the projector baud rate to match that of the computer changing the baud rate is described in 3 7 Configuring System Parameters NOTE Refer to Appendix D for complete cable wiring details INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO o 200 7 o Decoder L Loop J ule 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT STATUS 0008 om o SEZ NN NSE e O POWER O 9 pin D style connection lt To computer Figure 2 23 RS 232 Serial Connection to a Computer RS 422 Ports Some computers can provide RS 422 serial communications often through a plug in adapter or external converter rather than the more common RS 232 RS 422 communication has differential transmits and receives and is generally bett
199. patible PC Macintosh computers and workstations and with an optional video decoder installed are compatible with standard international video formats Mirage 2000 4000 6000 projectors offer exciting realism with large three dimensional graphic images for simulation virtual reality and other related 3D applications all with a brilliance that can stand up to even high levels of ambient light Features and other options include Q Native resolution of 1280 x 1024 with other 2D resolutions fully scaleable Q Achievable brightness ANSI lumens Mirage 2000 2000 e Mirage 4000 4000 e Mirage 6000 6000 Contrast Ratio all models 300 1 ANSI 800 1 full field 3D images requires customized RGB signal at native resolution Built in Stereo3D interface for flexible left right frame inversion Intuitive software for uniform color and light output in multiple projector walls Tandem horizontal and vertical sizing software control with vertical stretch for changing aspect ratio when desired Interchangeable lenses for diagonal screen sizes up to 40 or more feet Display of NTSC PAL and SECAM video input requires optional decoder Display from PCs VCRs laser disc players video cameras etc Memory for up to 99 custom channels or source setups switched via keypad Intuitive on screen menus as well as option allowing hidden direct control Identical built in and remote keypads with controller and switcher compatibility B
200. pe of cable you have on hand and what type of connectors are on each end VIDEO TERMINATION In the Video Options submenu make sure Video Termination is checked for only the final projector All other projectors must have this option unchecked in order for the signal to continue For other types of display devices in the chain typically a Hi Z switch position is needed Use either 4 pin mini DIN or BNCs INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO 9 ee O L Loop I INPUT 1 RED GREEN BLUE VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT 6 k POWER SYNC are O From S Video Source or To next projector revious projector or display device p Proj y or vice versa Figure 2 18 Connections for S Video Loop Through If you want to use an extra video source in addition to the video source s connected at INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 connect either a Composite or S Video source to INPUT 1 as shown in Figure 2 19 Do not connect both types here simultaneously NOTE For additional video inputs install an optional Composite S Video Input Module at INPUT 2 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO Y Y C O oG 5 Y Video Decode L LOOP L Loop Module 804600 C AN Z ss O SZ SZ INPUT 1 REMOTE GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VE
201. pecifying the maximum power level in Power mode is the same as operating in Max Brightness mode NOTES 1 Power level can be set only if the lamp is in power mode 2 If you are in Intensity mode the power level value will automatically increase over time as necessary to maintain the desired brightness as closely as possible until power reaches its maximum 3 After approximately 500 hours of use all models using a 700W lamp require lamp power of 550W or higher If set too low the aging lamp can cause a projector shutdown Upon your next power up lamp power will automatically maximize a message box relates Unexpected lamp off Power set to max In these models use 550VV or more to ensure normal operation and prevent similar shutdowns or install a new lamp in order to reliably use lower lamp power levels INTENSITY This number is a representation of the current brightness of your lamp decreasing Over time when you are operating at Max Brightness or at a specific Power level However when you are operating in Intensity mode this value remains at the original Intensity setting chosen NOTE The number shown for intensity is not the actual lumen output but rather a correlated value only 9999 may represent up to 6000 lumens for example To use Intensity mode judge by eye and set the level as desired for your application remembering that higher settings can significantly shorten lamp life O
202. play device in which case only the last projector in the chain should be terminated ENABLE DECODER AGC The automatic gain control affects decoded video images only Enter a checkmark default for most decoded video sources this activates the AGC circuit to ensure properly bright images Delete the checkmark if a decoded video image exhibits strange color artifacts such as stripes in highly saturated colors indicating an incompatibility between this source and the AGC DECODER LUMA DELAY This control affects any incoming composite or S video signal delaying the luma signal intensity in relation to the chroma color In the image increasing the luma delay will move luma seen as a shadow where colors overlap to the right slightly with colors remaining in place Decreasing this delay will move the shadow slightly to the left If necessary for your current source adjust so that no shadows occur with adjacent colors Input Levels NOTES 1 It is recommended that only experienced users use the Input Levels submenu the projector automatically optimizes input levels for all but the most unusual of sources 2 Before attempting an input level adjustment check that overall contrast and brightness settings are near 50 and that color temperature is properly set up on an internal grayscale test pattern 3 There must be at least one white pixel present in the image for proper Auto Input Level function Leave this control off
203. protocol See 2 70 Keypad Protocols and Conversion and 3 7 Configuring System Parameters 6 Use the key on the built in keypad to turn the projector on The projector is on but I can t see display of source input 1 Was the lens cover accidentally left on Remove lens cover 2 Make sure you are using the proper line cord and power source for your projector 3 Is the shutter if present closed Is the projector in standby Press to clear 4 Is an active source connected properly Check the cable connections And is the correct source selected Press neut input nput3 or to select See 2 4 Source Connections and 3 5 Using nputs and Channels Tor details Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual ee MA INT ENANCE Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Symptom CAUSE REMEDY Are there test patterns or menus present If so check your source connections again The room lighting may be too bright Lower the intensity of the room lighting Reduce light reflections as much as possible Increase contrast and or brightness of image The projector may be too far from the screen Move the projector closer Is the Status LED flashing a pattern of yellow and red lights while the Power LED is steady red This indicates an internal system error that may prevent the projector from operating If the problem persists contact a qualified Christie service technician The projector do
204. put Selection Stat Pwr LEDs and Using 3D Press to leave General Help and return to presentation level Test Press to display one of the available test patterns Press again to display the next available pattern in the sequence will exit after the last pattern or press at any time to remove the current test pattern from the screen and return to presentation level NOTE For a complete list of available patterns see the Communications submenu description later in Section 3 Keypad operating settings protocols The remote keypad and the optional wired keypad both store keypad operating settings called protocols in memory In some advanced applications such as when you want to use two separate keypads to control two projectors independently you may want to override the original protocol set at manufacture which is A or B for one of the keypads See section 2 0 Keypad Protocols and Conversion for complete instructions Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION Mn Most of the controls for the projector are menu gt Main Menu 3 4 Navigating the accessed from within the projector s menu tion Menus system There are several groups of related 1 Size and 2 2 Image Settings Junctions with each group selectable from the 3 Channel Setup On line Help Main menu as shown at right Press atany Choose a 1 Configuration time to display the Main menu 157 5 ian 6 Status On the keypad either enter the n
205. put of video tape disk players and computers An optional device that converts NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4 4 PAL PAL N PAL M or SECAM to RGB video A specific type of video signal such as NTSC PAL SECAM This projector can automatically recognize and interpret the incoming standard and display accordingly 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 The color temperature of white used by the projector The area of an image that is white only For example a full white field is an image that 1s white everywhere A 10 white field is a white area usually rectangular that occupies 10 of the image the remaining 90 is black A high end digital component video signal A high end analog component video signal Sometimes called YUV Component or Y R Y B Y the YPbPr signal by passes the video decoder in this projector See YPbPr The adjustment of image size by means of a zoom lens A 6 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual Optional VVired Kypd only Pixel e Adjust pixel tracking and phase Position e Adjust image position Color e Adjust color intensity video only Tint e Adjust red green balance hue Video Contrast Adjust difference between light dark Brightness e Adjust amount of l
206. r 3 02 0 1 32 72 59 94 3 Left Blank 1600 1 200 45 2 User 4 Factory 3200K 3200K Factory 5400K 5400K Factory 6500K 6500K Factory 9300K 9300K 03 0 4 s video 4 Right Blank 5 PLL Loop Gain Tiling Setup HELP 1 Number of Rows Projector Setup 8 Tiling Setup gt 2 Number of Columns User 1 57 3 Projector Row User 2 7 Id 4 Projector Column U or Channel Selection Requires opt J User 3 Status LEDs DVI module 5 Resize Presets User 4 Interpolated 2 aqe Setting Color Setup Scrollable window 1 Color for help with the 1 Contrast i current procedure 2 Brightness 2 Tint 3 Pixel Phase 1 RGB 3 Select Color Temp Available as upgrade 4 Detail 2 YPbPr Video 4 Interpolated Color gt Video Options LENS ontra 5 Color Space 3 YPbPr HDTV 5 Gamma 6 Color Setup 6 Color Temp Setup 1 Video Standard 1 Focus 7 Video Options 2 Input Video Black MENU 77 8 Input Levels VOR z 3 Lens Horizontal Offset 9 More 4 Video Termination TEST 4 Lens Vertical Offset Auto olur un eni 5 Enable Decoder AGC 5 Intelligent Lens System Video 6 Decoder Luma Delay 6 Calibrate Lens Graphics HDTV 2 Mad PrN Black Level os 3 Green Y Black Level 7 Center Lens 1 Processing Mode Minimum Delay Blue Pb Black level 1
207. r an incoming signal connection These connections are always either on the projector itself one of the four inputs at the rear of the projector or on any switcher connected to the projector s switcher port describes the source signal according to two specific criteria only to which switcher it is connected and to which slot it is connected and is identified by a 2 digit number entered on the keypad The first digit specifies the switcher 0 9 the second specifies the slot 1 9 Note that the projector 1s always considered switcher 0 EXAMPLES use source connected to switcher 1 slot 3 0 1 use source connected to the projector slot 1 1 e neu You can switch to an input in either one of two ways Pressing the appropriate direct key fnew npu3 npu or 1s a quick and seamless way to display from one of the four inputs connected at the rear of the projector Or if your projector has a switcher connected to it at the SWITCHER port press the general key and enter the 2 digit number representing the switcher and slot location for the desired signal note there is no on screen feedback for entering the numbers Regardless of which method you use to select a source input the image will be displayed according to the following If it is the first time you have used the source input or if you used the input but did not define a channel by adjusting anything the projector will recognize the new input s
208. r press followed immediately by or if you want to guarantee the correct toggle useful if you are unsure of the present status NOTES L Whenever the projector is turned off the lamp cooling fans remain on for about five minutes to cool the lamp 2 It is a good idea to avoid turning a projector back on until it has been off for a few minutes Hot re strikes of the lamp may reduce lamp life Input 1 Press to select the source connected to INPUT 1 on the projector data input This is the same as entering Input 2 Press to select the source connected to INPUT 2 on the projector an optional interface This is the same as entering 0 z Input 3 Press to select the source connected to INPUT 3 on the proyector composite video This is the same as entering 3 Input 4 Press to select the source connected to INPUT 4 on the projector S Video This is the same as entering 4 Input Press when you want to display from a specific source location such as a switcher connected serially to the projector s switcher port The first digit represents the number you have assigned to your switcher usually 1 9 or 0 for one of the four inputs on the projector The second digit represents the switcher s slot number 1 9 For example display data from switcher 1 slot 2 NOTES 1 Although you don t need to use the input key unless a switcher is connected to the projector you can also use to acce
209. ral triangle alerts the user to non insulated dangerous voltage within the projector s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock Operate the projector in an environment which meets the operating range specifications in Section 5 Specifications Do not operate the projector close to water such as near a swimming pool Do not place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table If the projector is to be ceiling mounted only use a Christie approved Ca ceiling mount fixture A projector and cart combination should be used with care Sudden UN stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the projector and cart combination to overturn Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 4 1 MAINTENANCE 4 2 Lamp and Filter Replacement Power Cord and Attachments Ventilation A WARNING A Never attempt to remove the lamp housing directly after use The lamp is under great pressure vvhen hot and may explode causing personal iniury and or property damage Allovv to cool completely The arc lamp operates at a very high temperature and pressure Failure to allow the lamp to sufficiently cool prior to handling could result in an explosion causing personal injury and or property damage After turning the projector off it is important that you wait at least five minutes before unplugging it This provides enough time for the internal lamp cooling fans to cool the lamp
210. re This menu is duplicated in other locations By default the projector can utilize any of four calibrated factory set color temperatures 3200 5400 6500 or 9300 expressed in degrees Kelvin For most applications these temperatures will display accurate and realistic colors from a variety of sources They can be selected at any time from the Select Color Temp list in the Color Setup submenu However if you require extra color temperatures you can also add up to five custom color temperatures four User and one Interpolated Color by defining them within the Color Temperature Setup menu each defaults to 6500K until then Any User or Interpolated Color temperature created here is immediately applied or it can be selected at any time from the Color Setup menu as usual regardless of your source or channel Use of the Color Temperature Setup menu is described below NOTE For best results use an internal grayscale test pattern when working with color temperature Disabled Color Temperature Setup unless C Interpolated L 1 Color Tem 6500K 75 is selected 2 H Select from list 3 1 Disabled 4 1 3200K unless 5 2 5400K User is gt 3 6500K selected 6 Color Enable White 4 9300K f 5 User 6 User2 Replace the current User temperature if shown 7 User3 at the top of the menu with this color temperature 8 User4 9 Interpolated Figure 3 18 Color Te
211. reen size and lens present the larger the image needed the greater the distance you must allow between the lens and screen Once you know the screen size and lens type present you can calculate the precise throw distance you require by using the Throw distance is measured from appropriate formula as screen to front feet of projector found in this appendix Throw distance is the distance between the projector front feet and the screen This measurement is not necessarily parallel to the floor l e the projector and screen may be inclined Screen Front Throw Distance Feet centers NOTE If your projector is tilted up or down in relation to the screen as is sometimes the case for large venues or elevated installations throw distance still represents the smallest measurement between the screen and front feet center axes Pre calculated throw distances for the complete range of lens types and screen sizes appear in the charts and graphs on the following pages Refer to these examples to quickly determine the proper throw distance 45 for your installation and lens NOTE Variable operating ranges for zoom lenses appear in graphs only Table E 1 Throw Distance Formulas Lens Throw Ratio Throw Distance Formula ft 5 Diagonal Screen Size ft 0 8 1 Vista GRAPHX 79 x screen width lt ft 81 1 24 x ereen width oft 82 1 5 2 2 1 zoom Min 1 52 x screen width ft 57 5 40 Max 2 26 x s
212. reen size may be too large As screen size increases magnification increases reducing brightness and clarity See lens specifications in Section 5 5 The source input signal may be of low quality Try another source Colors in the display are inaccurate 1 The color tint gamma color space and or color temperature settings may require adjustment Review all settings and refer to 3 6 Adjusting the Image and 3 7 Configuring System Parameters The display is not rectangular 1 Check leveling of the projector If necessary try relocating the projector or screen so that the lens surface and screen are approximately parallel 2 Is the vertical offset set correctly Adjust as necessary using the vertical offset knob on the front of the projector 3 The Vertical Stretch option may need adjustment Also check pixel tracking Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 4 15 MAINTENANCE HU 4 16 Symptom The display is noisy CAUSE REMEDY 1 Symptom Symptom Display adjustment may be required Adjust pixel tracking phase and filter Noise is typical of YPbPr signals from a DVD player The video input may not be terminated Make sure the video input is terminated 75 S If it is the last connection in a loop through chain the video input should be terminated at the last projector only The signal cables carrying the input signal may be of poor quality Use only good quality signal cables The
213. revent cropping of larger menus avoid locations too close to a corner or edge HORIZONTAL SHIFT AND MENU SHIFT Shift your menus as desired creating a customized menu location DISPLAY CHANNEL LIST Enter a checkmark if you want to see a scrollable channel list whenever you press from your presentation These channels must be marked with a list icon in the Channel Setup menu This option also enables on screen feedback when using the key If you prefer to hide the channel list and input dialog box while switching channels and sources during a presentation do not enter a checkmark NOTE The Channel List and input dialog box cannot be hidden when a menu is displayed DISPLAY SLIDEBARS Enter a checkmark to superimpose a small slidebar over the current image whenever an adjustable parameter is selected directly with a key the option does not affect slidebars in menus such as Pixel Position cont or Bright If Display slidebars is unchecked these slidebars can still be accessed but will be hidden during adjustment DISPLAY ERROR MESSAGES Choose in what way you want to be notified of errors detected in either the incoming signal or projector Select Screen or to see a brief on screen messages or select RS232 to be see messages via RS232 and RS 422 serial communication only To disable error message display select Off LARGE MENU FONT Enter a checkmark to enlarge menu
214. rresponding Input Drive slidebar just until a single band of white appears at the opposite edge of the screen This band represents the last band of the grayscale pattern which should be 100 white Do not adjust too far 5 Go back and check the black band adjust the blacklevel slidebar if necessary Adjustments are related so you may have to go back and forth until both bands are Just optimized 6 Repeat Steps 2 5 with the other two remaining primary colors When each primary color shows one optimized black band and white band the input levels Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual ee OPERATION Input Levels Auto Input Level 2 Red Pr Blacklevel 50 2 3 Adjust corresponding Red 1 3 Green Y Blacklevel 50 27 4 Blue Pb Blacklevel 50 27 5 Red Pr Input Drive 50 2 6 Green Y Input Drive 50 2 7 Blue Pb Input Drive 50 2 8 9 0 for this source are correctly set Upon exiting the Input Levels menu the Peak Detector checkbox will clear i blue until one Clamp Tip OEY white band appears R Color Enable Red v PP ed Peak Detector blacklevel red green or blue until one black band appears 4 Adjust corresponding input drive red green N Choose one primary color at a time 1 Enable Peak Detector Figure 3 22 Adjusting Input Levels Using the Peak Detector RED EXAMPLE SHOWN Processing Mode This co
215. s RUN LAMP FOR 100 HOURS Light output and Brightness Uniformity can vary significantly during the first 100 hours of lamp use For best results with new lamps either set up Brightness Uniformity after this period or do an initial setup and re check at 100 hours O SET LAMP POWER Make sure each Lamp Power setting is as high as possible for your application while still maintaining a good overall match of light output from screen to screen By nature achieving a uniform brightness will then require a reduced overall brightness this reduction will help ensure that you have enough range of adjustment when examining brightness variables more closely from screen to screen and will help prevent premature maxing out when trying to match to a certain color zone or projector O USE USER 1 COLOR TEMPERATURF A vvays adjust Brightness Uniformity for the User 1 color temperature defined when you matched primary colors and continue to use it for all sources displayed on the wall Your other color temperatures will not necessarily be matched from screen to screen IGNORE THE COLOR OF MENUS Ment color will vary between screens that are otherwise well matched WHITE UNIFORMITY SLIDEBARS White Uniformity slidebar values may not reduce to 0 Each slidebar adjusts overall light output in a specific screen zone but the value shown represents the current setting for green in this zone When other hidden values
216. s Network IN Shielded Multi conductor Cable female Network OUT D 2 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual en SERIAL COMMUNICATION CABLES m From projector to projector RS 422 w Shielded Multi conductor RS 422 Cable w with 6 pin XLR Connectors r Male proj port 1 or 2 Wiring Swap cable A WARNING A Do not connect 12V at pin 5 or damage to equipment may result Wiring Extension cable FEMALE to another cable Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual D 3 SERIAL COMMUNICATION CABLES 4 From projector to switcher new installation Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connectors Switcher IN 7 57K male port Shielded Multi conductor Cable female port Li From projector to switcher in existing Marquee installation For adding a projector to an existing installation in which the switcher OUT port is used such as with Marquee installations add a gender changing adapter at the projector port as shown Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connectors Female female gender change adapter null modem Svvitcher OUT male port Proj male port Wiring D 4 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual Appendix E Throw Distance Always consult this Appendix when planning a projector installation See also 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting Calculating Throw Distance Correct throw distance depends on the sc
217. s and their text You may have to adjust Menu Location to accommodate the increased menu area Communications This submenu of the Configuration menu is fully described in a separate System Communications subsection later in Section 3 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION Geometry From the Configuration submenu select the Geometry Geometry submenu to work with a motorized lens 1 available separately to define a multi screen 2 mapping of incoming source material or to work Tiling Setup with test patterns Other options have no function 5 Test Pattern Off in this projector model Figure 3 24 Geometry Menu KEYSTONE Not available in this projector LENS CONTROL For a full description of the Lens Control submenu see 3 3 Using the Keypad les key and 2 8 Zoom Focus and Lens Offset Controls are duplicated here for convenience during setup TILING SETUP Refer to descriptions under Size and Position earlier in this section Controls are duplicated here for convenience during setup TEST PATTERN Use the pull down list to select and display an 1 Off internal test pattern Select OFF to turn off the display of a test 2 Checker pattern 3 Gray16 4 Gray256 SHORTCUT Use esi key gt Whit Gray 7 Black 8 Convergence 9 13 Point 0 Color Bars Geometry Color and Uniformity Use the options in the Color and Uniformity submenu Color and Uniformity to d
218. s channel it appears here instead Other columns contain details pertaining to each channel setup such as its switcher number slot location a variety of icons indicating access to the channel and an abbreviated description of each signal type See Editing a Channel Setup for details SIGNAL TYPE Either channel list whether the key list or the Channel Setup menu identifies signal types in a shortened form as defined below These descriptors indicate what signal information the projector used to identify a match for a given channel and are preceded by either an i interlaced signal or p progressive signal See Table 3 1 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 19 OPERATION 1 Table 3 1 Abbreviations for Signal Type ee Signal Type Composite 4 wire on HC input Composite 4 wire on V input 5 Sync on green Dig Digital If you have more than a handful of channels use lt J and to see the remaining channels not visible in this initial display To copy delete or edit any of the channels listed in the Channel Setup menu highlight the desired channel and do one of two things e Press if you want to copy the selected channel or delete this or other channels See Copying or Deleting a Channel below e Press if you want to edit channel setups 1 non image related parameters for the selected channel See Editing a Channel Setup below Copying or TO COPY A CHANNEL highlight the de
219. s incorrect for the current source 2 The Size and Position options may be adjusted poorly for the incoming source signal See 3 6 Adjusting the Image Display quality appears to drift from good to bad bad to good 1 The operating temperature of the projector may be fluctuating Watch that the projector is not located too close to heating air conditioning vents 2 The source input signal may be of low quality 3 The horizontal or vertical frequency of the input may have changed at the source end The display has suddenly frozen or an unknown menu has appeared 1 You may have accidentally entered a special engineering code using the key in combination with certain numbers or you may have selected the Freeze Image option Press as necessary to cancel the function and return to presentation level 2 the screen blacks out inexplicably it is possible that excessive voltage noise on the AC or ground input has interrupted the projector s ability to lock on to a signal Turn the projector off wait for the lamp fans to stop and unplug Plug in again and power up as usual The display is not sharp or clean 1 More display adjustment may be required focus brightness contrast pixel tracking pixel phase and detail 2 If you are using a BNC T connector try using a distribution amplifier to boost signal levels 3 Is the video input signal properly terminated Set in Preferences menu 4 The sc
220. s own number you can begin to control the network First make certain that only one any networked projector has its Broadcast Keys option selected checked and IR sensors enabled the remaining projectors must have the Broadcast Keys option unchecked and their keypads disabled do this in the Configuration Communications menu The Broadcast Keys projector will then relay keypad commands to the other projectors If using a wired remote make sure to select the Broadcast Keys option for the projector to which the wired remote is connected To work with a single projector press to display an editable window from each projector Enter the three digit number you have assigned to the projector you wish to control All keypad commands will then affect this projector exclusively until you press again and enter a different number or until you switch to broadcast mode below 3 58 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual ee OPERATION Broadcasting to All Projectors Tiling An Image Across Multiple Displays NOTES 1 If you are using a computer or controller to issue commands use the correct RS 232 software command to gain control of a single projector First make certain that only one any networked projector has its Broadcast Keys option selected checked the remaining projectors must have the option unchecked and their keypads disabled do this in Configuration Communication menu The Broadcast Keys proje
221. sets and Factory Presets 3 33 User 3 32 Color Temperature Setup 3 31 Communications Menu 3 40 3 43 Component Video 2 15 Components 1 2 Location and Use 3 1 Composite Video Connecting 2 15 Extra 2 18 Loop Through 2 17 Configuration Menu 3 39 Contrast 3 28 Contrast Key 3 8 3 28 Contrast Ratio 5 1 D Dark Interval 3 38 3 54 3 56 Decoder Luma Delay 3 34 Detail 3 29 Detail Key 3 8 3 29 Diagnostics and Calibration 3 42 Display Channel List 3 40 Display Error Messages 3 40 Display Slidebars 3 40 DVI Input Module 3 28 E Enable Decoder AGC 3 34 Enter Key 3 7 Error Messages 3 69 Bad Sync 3 70 H Sync or V Sync 3 70 Input Signal Errors 3 70 Invalid User Entry 3 70 No Signal 3 70 System Warnings Errors 3 70 Exit Key 3 7 F Features 1 1 Filter Air Replacement 4 8 Filter Air Warning 4 2 Filter Image Adjustment 3 26 Filter Motion 3 38 Flat Panel Sources 3 28 Flying the Projector 2 3 Focus 2 2 2 4 2 21 3 2 Troubleshooting for Motorized 4 13 Folded Optics 2 13 Formats Video 5 2 Freeze Image 3 42 Front IR Keypad 3 44 Full Height 3 25 Mirag2000 4000 600000 User s Manual i AXI N II OIIIA IIEAI w Full Screen 3 25 Full Width 3 25 Function Key 3 11 G Gamma 3 30 Geometry Menu 3 41 Global Icon 3 14 H HDTV Connection 2 19 Help Context sensitive 3 13 Help Key 3 12 Horizontal Filter 3 39 Horizontal Position 3 27 I ILS
222. settings of offset and gain TEST PATTERN Refer to description under Geometry submenu COLOR ENABLE Refer to description under mage Settings FREEZE IMAGE Enter a check mark to freeze stop an image at a single frame This diagnostic tool is useful if you need to examine in detail a still version of the incoming image that cannot be frozen at the source For example in moving images it is sometimes difficult to observe artifacts such as external deinterlacing resizing and signal noise Remove the checkmark to return back to normal NOTE Freeze Image is disabled for 3D images ODD PIXEL ADJUSTMENT for BY Sa Cane sources with Color Space Set to Pixel Adjustment RGB only 1 Red Odd Pixel Offset 128 5 Adjust I 2 Green Odd Pixel Offset 145 Offset When using certain RGB sources 3 Blue Odd Pixel Offset 128 mm first with still images you may need to 4 Red Odd Pixel Gain 128 M 7 Then Gain adjust the normal gain or offset of 5 Green Odd Pixel Gain 116 M odd pixels in relation to even pixels 6 Blue Odd Pixel Gain 128 T 7 This will smooth out very narrow T Color Enable White M 1 p xel wide checks or vertical stripes that indicate adjacent on and off pixels You can remove these patterns as follows Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION System Communications 1 Use an external grayscale test pattern wit
223. sired channel in the Channel Setup menu then Deleting Channels press to go to the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Copy and press a new channel will be created It is identical to original which still remains but it is identified with the next available number from 01 99 If you change your mind and do not want to copy the current channel press to cancel and return to the previous menu Copying channels is a quick method for creating numerous channels each of which can then be edited and adjusted for a variety of presentations in the future Channel Setup 0 1 p4WH 48 73k 60 01 0 1 iDig 33 72kr 59 944 func A 5 Channel Copy Delete Channel Setup 1 newchannel 01 E A 0 1 paWH 48 73k 60 01 2 Delete identicalto 02 A 0 1 iDig 33 72k 59 94 Chan 202 03 BAA 01 iSG 3372k 6000 Doa orea ony 04 01 iDig 33 72k 59 94 anun Figure 3 12 Copying A Channel 3 20 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION Editing a Channel Setup CHANNEL EDIT STEP 1 CHANNEL EDIT STEP 2 CHANNEL EDIT STEP 3 TO DELETE A CHANNEL highlight the desired channel in the Channel Setup menu then press to activate the Channel Copy Delete submenu Select Delete and press Ete a confirmation window will appear to make sure that you really want to delete this channel Channel Setup m
224. sources Make sure that pixel tracking is set to 1424 or higher for 3D images Pixel tracking is adjusted most effectively using a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern of tiny black and white dots or a similar half on half off graphic image such as the Windows shutdown screen Steady flickering or several soft vertical stripes or bands across the entire image indicates poor pixel tracking Adjust the slidebar until the stripes broaden to the point where one large stripe fills the image Again the image may still exhibit some noise See Pixel Phase Pixel Phase SHORT CUT Press and adjust the bottom slidebar Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal It is used primarily for adjusting RGB inputs NOTE Adjust pixel phase after pixel tracking is properly set Adjust pixel phase when the image usually from an RGB source shows shimmer or noise Pixel phase adjustment is done most effectively from within a proper test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern of tiny black and white dots or a similar graphic image such as the Windows shutdown screen Adjust until the image is stable and each dot is clearly defined Using the numbers on the slidebar as a guide you will notice that you can actually stabilize the image at more than one point 1 e you may find that the image appearance at 11 is identical to the image appearance
225. specify this Color Space option within the Image Settings menu See 3 6 Adjusting the Image 2 To connect YPbPr signals such as from DVD or analog HDTV sources to INPUT 1 use the red green and blue BNCs as described in YPbPr Signals later in this section INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO Y c LDN Z s O O SZ SZ Video Decoder INPUT 1 REMOTE RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT 9 A A A d sus s A sS s O e Power L SYNC BNC connectors RGB and Sync signals from source Figure 2 13 Connecting RGB Input Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual en INSTALLATION amp SETUP YPbPr Signal COMPONENT VIDEO Composite Video Connect a YPbPr signal component video to INPUT 1 as shown in Figure 2 14 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO L LOOP l L LOOP I Module 804600 S VIDEO YPbPr signals are also known as e Component ED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT SWITCHER RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT S STATUS Rz P POWER LW sync J INPUT 1 REMOTE Signals from YPbPr source Figure 2 14 Connecting YPbPr Signal NOTES 1 If for some reason the projector fails to recognize a YPbPr signal specify this Color Space option within the Image Settings menu See 3 6 Adjusting the
226. ss the four input slots on the projector itself use as the first digit representing the projector as the switcher then U 2 3 or 4 as the second digit the desired input slot number 0 in combination with higher numbers is an invalid entry 2 See 3 5 Using Channels and Inputs for a detailed explanation of inputs NOTE key behavior during a presentation depends on whether or not the Display Channel List option is selected in the Menu Preferences menu You can choose to have on screen feedback when you press neu or you may prefer to enter the desired source location blind i e without on screen feedback See Menu Preferences later in this section Channel Press to select a specific source setup channel defined and stored in projector memory Once you enter a 2 digit channel number or if there is a list displayed Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual HM OPERATION AON VOFF gt highlight it and press 2 the display will automatically change and update according to the numerous setup parameters defined for that channel NOTE key behavior during a presentation depends on whether or not the Display Channel List option is selected in the Menu Preferences menu You can choose to use a scrollable list of channels when you press Can or you may prefer to enter the desired channel number blind i e without on screen fee
227. st digit and the number of red flashes indicates the second digit For example a pattern of yellow yellow red red red is Code 23 meaning the lamp ballast power supply is overheated These codes are listed in Table 3 4 Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 71 OPERATION M Table 3 4 System Error Codes Description GENERAL 12 Software bug Contact dealer factory 19 Attempting to download code without being in boot mode Invalid interrupt Power off on If persists contact dealer factory urumi 22 24 25 26 Cannot read valid lamp ballast ID 28 Lamp notinstaled 31 Boot code CRC failed _ 0 32 Unable to program the Syne Xilinxpat Unable to program a device on Altera programming bus 3 Unrecognized ROMiype 37 38 Write to flash ROM failed General IPM failure Code being downloaded will not fit in ROMs PANEL DRIVER MODULE DISPLAY ENGINE ELECTRONICS 41 Unrecognized Panel Driver Module PDM 42 Unable to program a device on Panel Driver programming bus 46 Blue Formatter flex cable problem Mixed Formatters a8 Download failure ndapayann POWER amp COOLING 54 Fan 4 failed side fan top connects to J89 on Low voltage Sue Supp failed to turn on 61 Problem communicating with MCM 62 Unable to program the MOM field programmable gate array
228. t Procedure 4 4 Lamp Serial Number 3 46 4 8 Language 3 40 LCD Status Display 3 3 LEDs Status 3 3 3 71 Lens Calibration 3 10 Centering 3 11 Cleaning 4 3 Motorized Functions 3 9 Offset Adjustment 2 21 Types Available and Specs 5 1 Lens Control Menu 3 10 Lens Installation Replacement 4 9 Lens Key 3 10 Leveling 2 1 2 12 2 21 Special Mounting 2 12 Locked Channel Checkbox 3 22 Luma Delay 3 34 M Menu Channel Edit 3 21 Channel Setup 3 19 Color and Uniformity 3 41 Color Setup 3 30 Color Temperature Setup 3 31 Communications 3 40 3 43 eee INDEX Configuration 3 39 Diagnostics and Calibration 3 42 Geometry 3 41 Image Settings 3 28 Input Levels 3 34 Lamp 3 46 Lens Control 3 10 Main 3 13 Menu Preferences 3 40 Odd Pixel Adjustment 3 42 Service 3 43 Size and Position 3 23 Status 3 49 Tiling Setup 3 59 Video Options 3 33 Menu Font Size 3 40 Menu Key 3 7 Menu Location on Screen 3 40 Menu Navigation 3 13 Menu Preferences Menu 3 40 Menu System Navigation 3 22 Minimum Delay 3 37 3 51 Motion Filter 3 38 Motorized Lens Functions 2 21 3 9 Disabling 4 16 Mounting 2 12 Multiple Projectors 2 30 3 58 And Tiling an Image 3 59 Mute Key 3 11 N Network Split See Split Network Networks 2 27 Providing a Back up 2 28 RS 232 and or RS 422 2 25 No Resizing 3 24 3 25 No Signal 3 70 Noise Reduction 3 39 Numerical Entry 3 17 O Odd Pixel Adjustment 3 42 Offset
229. t for each screen White Uniformity Peamine s si Match light output R attern io r 1 Left Side 35 6 27 j Right Side 17 4 Adjust light Top Edge 92 quipu in eacn zone as required 2 1 3 7 4 Bottom Edge 1021 matching center 5 6 7 8 Top Left Corner 35 11 i Top Right Corner 73 51 Do corners last Bottom Left Corner 3 0 Bottom Right Corner 9 41 0 40 for edges Overall 50 01 a e 0 80 for corners cr I i n 9 i i C Adjust light output of entire left side Look at center of side Figure 3 46 Match Zones to Center Light Output Step 4 Readjust Color Temperature level of red green blue in 8 Zones 4a Return to Steps 2a amp 2b and if necessary fine tune the zones so that they all still exhibit a single color temperature Canceling Brightness Uniformity If you do not want to use or apply Brightness Uniformity settings delete the checkmark from the Uniformity Enable checkbox at the top of the Brightness Uniformity menu Occasionally the projector may encounter an error condition that interrupts normal operation Such a condition can be caused by an invalid user entry an input signal error most common or other system error If you would like to be notified on screen of such errors select the Screen option from the Display Error Messages pull down list in Preferences menu If you would like to be notified via a serial communic
230. t of horizontal filtering according to the current source and is the recommended setting for most situations You can override this by selecting a value from 1 10 with 1 applying no filtering and 10 applying maximum filtering High filtering levels will soften the image slightly particularly evident along vertical edges Vertical Filter requires optional ADP Module Select the amount of vertical filtering desired for the current source Note that the default setting of 0 allows the projector to optimize the amount of vertical filtering according to the current source and is the recommended setting for most situations You can override this by selecting a value from 1 10 with 1 applying no filtering and 10 applying maximum filtering High filtering levels will soften the image slightly particularly evident along horizontal edges Use the Configuration menu to Configuration is display and or set global system Image Orientation Front vi operating parameters that are Language English v typically In effect reeardless of Menu Preferences source or to work with other Communications settings that are not unique to the Geometry current incoming source Color and Uniformity Auto Power Up Diagnostics and Calibration Reserved Service A NOTE For experienced users technicians only 4 In the Configuration menu you can define a variety of general system parameters
231. t until it is changed that is the keypad will operate as it currently does until you change its protocol Protocols are most useful for multiple projector applications For example you might want to change a keypad protocol if you are working with two projectors and two remote keypads in the same room and need to control each projector independently Figure 2 30 When Keypad A has a different protocol than Keypad B each keypad communicates only with the projector having a matching protocol Or if you have a network of two or more projectors connected together via RS 232 serial ports you may want only certain projectors to respond to a wired keypad thus you can use different protocols to limit responses NOTE Matching the protocol on the projector to that of a keypad is done through a setting in the Communications menu See 3 7 Configuring System Parameters for further information on how to change the projector s infrared sensor rear and front protocol A protocol for either type of remote keypad IR or wired can be changed through software commands entered on the keypad A new protocol set through software commands remains in effect until the keypad batteries are removed and replaced if an IR remote or until the keypad is unplugged if a wired remote A remote can also be changed manually you can hard wire new jumper settings inside the keypad so that they remain in effect until you change the hard wiring Note that a har
232. tage and power range See Section 5 Turn the Projector ON Using either the built in or remote keypad press and hold for approximately 1 second to turn the projector on or press AoN Let the projector warm up for about five minutes The POWER LED located in the lower right corner of the rear input panel should glow a steady green Select a Source Using either the built in or remote keypad press neu or to select and display the image for the source you connected in Step 2 The display will resize as needed producing an image as large as possible for the type of source present Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 1 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 2 2 STEP 6 Adjust Image STANDARD NON MOTORIZED LENS e ZOOM With the input image displayed rotate the textured ring on the lens barrel to increase or decrease the image size this requires a zoom lens If you don t have a zoom lens or you can t adjust the image enough the projector may not be positioned at the proper throw distance for your screen size Power down unplug the projector and move it towards or away from the screen See 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting for details e FOCUS At the lens opening turn the focus tabs to focus the image clearly e OFFSETS Turn either or both of the knobs adjacent to the lens if you need to align the image with your screen turn the top knob to raise or lower the image turn the bottom kn
233. te Sensor Alternate Throw Lenses see page 5 1 Marquee Signal Switcher Universal Ceiling Mount includes adapter CoRE Librarian for downloading new software Threaded lens adapter flange for installing VistaGRAPHX lenses Shutter Kit Input Modules Interfaces RGB500 Input Module RGB400 Active Loop Through Input Module RGB400 Buffered Amplifier Input Module Composite S Video Input Module PC250 Analog Input Module Serial Digital Input Module Digital HDTV Input Module DVI Input Module Other Advanced Digital Processing Module Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 5 5 Appendix A Glossary This appendix defines the specific terms used in this manual as they apply to this projector Also included are other general terms commonly used in the projection industry Active Line Time Ambient Light Rejection Analog Video Aspect Ratio Auto Source Backlash Zone Bandwidth Baud Rate Blanking Time Brightness Candela or Candle Channel Channel List The time inside one horizontal scan line during which video is generated 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 video output of most computers and video tape machines Analog video can generate a large number of colors The ratio of the width of an image to its he
234. ted at the selected input Both HSYNC and VSYNC are inactive and the screen background 1s black Connect or correct the signal or select another input Bad Sync The message Bad Sync is displayed when HSYNC or VSYNC are active but the signal cannot be displayed Such a condition occurs when only one of the two signals is present or when either signal is unstable or of the wrong frequency Correct the signal or select another input Other Signal Error Messages In addition to the common Bad Sync and No Signal errors you may encounter a signal error message indicating that Hsync and or Vsync are either too fast or too slow When such a message appears check the frequencies shown in the Status menu If they are correct then the signal is not recognized by the projector On some PCs you may be able to change the settings to generate a compatible signal If the frequencies shown in the Status menu are incorrect check the cabling to see where the problem is When the projector encounters a system malfunction either a System Warning message or a System Error message may appear Both types of messages are accompanied by a steady red Power LED and a flashing red and yellow error code on the Status LED This condition indicates the need for service by a qualified service technician NOTE System messages appear on screen only if Display Error Messages has been set to Screen or All System Warnings A system w
235. th models include a 15 VDC 500 mA AC adapter Interface Module sold separately Case Power Supply VERT HOR COMP BLUE GREEN RED OUT 12 15 VDC 400 mA MARQUEE casE Power suPPLY Marquee Case Power Supply Features Q easy installation no tools required Q the Marquee Case Power Supply accepts the following input modules for use with this projector RBG500 RGB400 Active Loop Thru RGB400 Buffered Amplifier Composite S Video and PC Analog Digital inputs cannot be used retaining clip to secure AC adapter non slip feet Q supplied with 110 or 220 volt AC adapter Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual F 5 3 3D and Clamp Tip control 3 58 and Color Artifacts 3 56 3 58 and Cross Talk 3 54 3 57 and Dark Interval 3 56 and IR Emitter 3 54 and Minimum Delay 3 57 and Pixel Tracking 3 51 and Stereo3D Interface Module 3 50 3 53 and V Position 3 57 Compatible Sources 3 57 Customizing the Input Signal 3 54 Description 3 50 Description of Sources 3 50 Frame Inversion 3 53 Glasses 3 54 Hardware Requirements 3 52 How to Activate 3 50 Max Vertical Freq 3 54 Sample of Adjusted Signal 3 54 3 55 Software Requirements 3 54 Source Requirements and Conditions 3 51 Synchronizing Display and Glasses 3 54 Troubleshooting 3 57 A AC Requirements 2 1 Adjust Primary Colors CSC 3 61 Applying for New Sources 3 65 How to Disable 3 65 Introduction 3 41 Advance
236. ther keypads the built in keypad or the IR remote to execute the protocol change for the wired keypad The projector will now recognize Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual ee OPERATION only the opposing wired keypad protocol Or if you prefer use the wired keypad to safely change its own protocol 1 Select the A or B option This will ensure that once your keypad is manually changed see Step 2 it will still be recognized by the projector 2 Unplug the keypad and change the protocol in the keypad as desired Do this either by entering the short cut software command or by hard wiring the keypad as described in 2 70 Keypad Protocols and Conversion 3 Plug the keypad back into the projector Return to the Communications menu and select the new protocol you have just set up in the wired keypad TURNING OFF THE WIRED KEYPAD If you want to disable the wired keypad entirely you cannot use it to select the OFF option This safeguard prevents you from accidentally disabling the wired keypad during use Instead use either the built in keypad or the IR remote keypad to select OFF The projector will no longer respond to the wired keypad Broadcast Key Enter a checkmark if you want keypad commands sent to one projector to be relayed to all projectors in a network Note the key will temporarily override the effect of a broadcast setting and allow you to control a specific projector when necessary Make sure to remove the checkmar
237. to Figure 2 1 Other display adjustments are available through keypad commands and on screen menus refer to Section 3 Operation NOTE Requires motorized lens available as an upgrade Once you ve defined lens settings for the current display you can automatically recall these positions whenever you use this channel This ntelligent Lens System JLS function is particularly useful if you are working with a variety of source types that may differ in size and or aspect ratio since the custom lens settings you ve chosen for any channel will be quickly and accurately applied whenever you use that channel ENABLING ILS v In the Lens Control menu enable the Intelligent Lens System option highlight it and press Erte This will add the 4 lens positions focus zoom horizontal and vertical offset to the current channel settings recorded in projector memory see 3 5 Using Inputs and Channels if you are unfamiliar with channels The lens will then automatically reposition itself according to these lens settings each time you use this channel The LS 15 a global function any lens settings you subsequently define for other channels will also be recalled whenever you use those channels You can still change lens settings as usual when the JLS is enabled Changes will be recalled the next time you use the channel DISABLING LS To use consistent zoom focus and offset settings for all channels delete the Int
238. to suit your preferences run certain diagnostic tests and access the Service Menu password required Settings in the Configuration menu will typically apply regardless of the type of source your are using Image Orientation Use this pull down list to change the orientation of the image according to the orientation of your projector If the setting is incorrect projected images will be Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 39 OPERATION 1 3 40 reversed and or upside down See 2 6 Operating Orientation for an illustrated explanation Language Choose from English French Spanish German and Italian language The menus will change immediately upon selection Menu Preferences Use the options in this submenu to Menu Preferences adjust the appearance content and or 4 Many Location 4 3 TopiLeft v location of on screen menus Horizontal Shift 5 m displayed in presentation level Vertical Shift 10 P J Display Channel 6 1 Display Slidebars Display Error Messages 9 All Y Large Menu Font C MENU LOCATION Use the pull down list to choose a pre defined or customized default location for the display of on screen menus f Figure 3 23 Menu Preferences Menu To create a custom menu location choose a preset that is closest to the desired area Then adjust the slidebars of Horizontal Shift and Vertical Shift to move the menu to the desired location To p
239. ts Gamma to its default no other setting of Gamma is possible with adjusted primary colors If at any time you decide not to use or apply the Adjust Primary Colors CSC feature delete its checkmark this disables Red Primary Green Primary and Blue Primary controls In addition full normal adjustment of Gamma is regained 2b SELECT A USER COLOR Adjust Primary Colors CSC 2c 2d TEMPERATURE User 1 RECOMMENDED In the i Use Primary a Adiust 57777 CSC 3 ae Saat menu select a User color 4 Blue Primary temperature that you will be 5 Select Color Temp User 1 v defining through your 6 Red White Level 90 22 adjustment of primary colors 7 Green White Level 9025 on each proJector Choose 8 Blue White Level 90 21 any of the four User choices 9 Lamp but note that User 1 is the Set at 90 before setting primary colors default color temperature applied if you add a new Figure 3 39 Start With a User source in the future while Temperature and 90 White Levels Primary Color Adjustment is activated instead of the usual default of 6500K applied when Primary Color Adjustment is not enabled As in any color temperature menu white levels for preset color temperatures cannot be changed See Figure 3 39 SET 90 WHITE LEVELS STARTING POINTS In the Adjust Primary Color CSC menu set all White Levels to 90 note appears as 90 2 in the menu See Figure 3
240. u make sure Video Termination is checked for the final projector only All other projectors must have this option unchecked in order for the signal to continue For other types of display devices in the chain typically a Hi Z switch position is needed A Use either INPUT 2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 COMPOSITE VIDEO S VIDEO 43 v ideo Decoder L Loop J L Loop Module 804600 INPUT 1 REMOTE RED GREEN BLUE HOR COMP VERT O Z A ZE Z Z 6 4 0000 OO POWER From Composite To next projector Video Source or lt vera or display device previous projector Figure 2 17 Connections for Composite Video Loop Through Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 17 INSTALLATION AND SETUP 1 2 18 Extra Video COMPOSITE OR S VIDEO S Video Loop Through CONNECTIONS See Figure 2 18 From your source connect an S video source signal to INPUT 4 using either the 4 pin mini DIN or the 2 adjacent BNCs labeled Y and C Connect a second cable from whichever INPUT 4 connector is free to one of the S video inputs of the next display device or projector Continue this looping method for each projector using either 4 pin mini DIN or the 2 adjacent BNCs as input into INPUT 4 then using the other connector s as an output 1 e loop through Whether you use 4 pin mini DIN or the 2 adjacent BNCs as input or output depends on the ty
241. ue White Level Lamp 0 0 OT gt G N Red White Level Green White Level Blue White Level Lamp Hours gt Lamp Histor Lamp Mode Lamp Message 5 Power Lamp Limit Read only list Intensity Lamp Mode Power 1 Max Brightness Intensity gt Lamp Serial Number 2 Intensity Lamp History Text editing box 3 Power Change Lamp Color Temp Setup 1 Select Color Temp 2 Interpolated 3 Red White Level 4 Green White Level 5 Blue White Level Red 6 Color Enable Green Blue 7 Copy From Yellow Cyan Magenta 3200K White 5400K 6500K 9300K User 1 User 2 User 3 Brightness Uniformity Cont d Brightness Uniformity Uniformity Enable Test Pattern Left Uniformity User 4 Right Uniformity Factory 3200K Top Uniformity Factory 5400K Bottom Uniformity Factory 6500K White Uniformity Factory 9300K Color Temp Setup Lamp 3200K 5400K 6500K 9300K User 1 User 2 User 3 User 4 Interpolated O O1 5 Co 00 O Ot 4 G N approx 10 patterns Left Right Top Bottom Edge Red Left Side Edge Green Right Side Edge Blue Top Edge Corner 1 Red Bottom Edge Corner 1 Green Top Left Corner 1 Red 1 Corner 1 Blue Top Right Corner 2 Green Corner 2 Red Bottom Left Corner 3 Blue 2 Corner Green Bottom Right Corner 4 Yellow C
242. uilt in RS 232 and RS 422 ports for computer control and networked projectors Motorized lens mount upgrade available for smooth and versatile remote control of lens with Intelligent Lens System ILS for automatic recall of lens settings from source to source Optional shutter Optional interfaces for connecting additional analog or digital sources Modular components for easy servicing and minimum downtime co gt co o cc oo Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 1 1 INTRODUCTION M Hovv The Profectors V ork Difference Between Models 1 2 1 2 1 3 Components Purchase Record and Servicing Mirage 2000 4000 6000 models accept data graphics and video input signals for projection on to front or rear flat screens High brightness light is generated by an internal Xenon arc lamp 500W in Mirage 2000 700W in Mirage 4000 and 1200W in Mirage 6000 then modulated by three DMD digital micromirror device panels that provide digitized red green or blue color information Light from the on pixels of each panel is reflected converged and then projected to the screen through a single front lens where all pixels are perfectly superimposed as a sharp full color 2D or 3D image Mirage 2000 4000 6000 models include an infrared IR remote keypad line cord a 9 64 hex socket ball driver and a User s Manual Make sure that you have all these items and note that purchasers also receive a
243. umber 7 Auto Setup corresponding to the function menu you wish to access such as 2 for the Image Settings menu Figure 3 6 Main Menu or use the 4 Y keys to highlight the desired option and press Este The function menu you selected will then appear If you select Auto Setup this will not activate a separate function menu but rather initiate an automated process of optimizing critical display parameters such as size position pixel tracking etc Once you have a function menu displayed navigate in a similar manner enter a menu option number for any numbered option or use 4 YY to move the highlight and press at the desired option Extra long menus have a scroll bar on the right use the arrow keys to see the remainder of the menu Items that are locked out or do not pertain to the current action appear dimmed and cannot be selected NOTES 1 If there is no signal present all source dependent adjustments are disabled 2 After 15 minutes of inactivity the projector leaves the menu system and returns to the presentation 3 The Status menu is read only When finished with a function menu do one of the following e Press to return to the previous screen Press to leave the menu system and return to the presentation If at any time you are uncertain what to do next press to display detailed information about the current menu or highlighted option A scroll bar appears on the right hand side of a help window if there
244. ure 3 30 Status Menu SAMPLE A single projector can display 3D images as described below Such images require a specialized source as well as additional hardware and software in order to be displayed and interpreted correctly in a typical 3D active stereo viewing environment In simple terms images generated from a 3D video source consist of a series of images frames or fields that alternate quickly between two slightly different viewpoints corresponding to the separation of our left and right eyes When these frames are displayed with enough speed and viewed with special glasses synchronized with the left right frames the resulting single perceived image appears with much the same depth and perspective we sense in the real world Once you have the necessary source and hardware software setups described below you must select the correct Minimum Delay Processing Mode option via Image Settings menu The projector does not detect and process a 3D signal automatically For complete 3D processing information see 3 0 3D Images Note that the Minimum Delay setting is applied only to the current source and must be selected for each 3D source you have connected In addition a Stereo3D system requires the correct Invert Stereo3D checkbox setting in the Image Settings menu See 3 10 3D Images A 3D video signal is sent to the projector via analog cables such as 3 wire RGB sync on green Mirage 22000 4000 60
245. us remains sharp in the corners there may be significant pincushion distortion primarily at the top of the screen Rear Screen Installations There are two basic types of rear screens diffused and optical A diffused screen has a surface which spreads the light striking it Purely diffused screens have a gain of less than 1 The main advantage of the diffused screen is its wide viewing angle similar to that of a flat screen for front screen projection Optical screens take light from the projector and redirect it to increase the light intensity at the front of the screen This reduces it in other areas A viewing cone similar to that of a curved front screen installation is created To summarize optical screens are better suited for brightly lit rooms where the audience is situated within the viewing cone Diffused screens may be better suited when a wide viewing angle is required but there is low ambient room lighting Screen size may be from 5 to 40 feet diagonal depending on the lens you are using For instance a 1 2 1 lens can produce a 5 to 25 foot image size whereas a 4 7 1 zoom lens produces an 8 to 40 foot image size Choose a screen size which is appropriate for your lens and application Keep in mind that if the projector will be used to display text information the image size must allow the audience to recognize all text clearly The eye usually recognizes text clearly if eye to text distance is less than 150 times the height of
246. ver through the holes at approximately 30 to access each screw Aim down for 4 o clock screw aim up for 8 o clock screw FIXED LENS MANUAL ZOOM MOTORIZED ZOOM loosen 3 screws loosen 3 screws loosen Approx 1 lt 3 screws Figure 4 11 Accessing the Lens Mount Screws STEP 3 Rotate Lens and Remove Figure 4 12 1 ROTATE THE LENS SLIGHTLY See below Using both hands rotate the lens barrel counterclockwise until the screw heads align with the larger end of their slots on the lens flange 2 PULL LENS OUT Carefully pull the lens assembly straight out of the projector and set aside Figure 4 12 Rotate Lens and Remove FIXED LENS SHOWN 4 10 Mirage 22000 4000 6000User s Manual STEP 4 MOTORIZED ZOOM ONLY STEP 5 MAINTENANCE Rotate zoom gear clockwise fully Face the front of the new motorized zoom lens still out of the projector with cut out at bottom Manually rotate the zoom gear fully clockwise See Figure 4 13 The access holes will be aligned with the flange slots IMPORTANT Before continuing make sure focus tabs cannot move indicating that the focus gear is properly engaged with its motor If the tabs do move freely the focus motor visible just inside the lens opening at the bottom has likely popped forward during rough transit and is no longer engaged with the gear The motor must be as far into the projector as possible move focus tabs slightly while pushing the Figure
247. ver time the projector will automatically increase the power supplied to the lamp as needed to maintain the chosen intensity as closely as possible This is called Brightness Tracking or LiteLoc Keep in mind that once the lamp power has reached its maximum of 700 or 1200 watts see Power above this tracking is no longer possible At this point the lamp will gradually begin to dim as usual even though your original Intensity value will still appear in the menu To resume accurate tracking reduce the intensity setting so that the resulting Power value is less than its maximum the lower the intensity the longer it can be maintained Do not lower the Intensity so much that the corresponding Power value reaches its minimum 350 watts in Mirage 2000 450 watts in Mirage 4000 800 watts in Mirage 6000 the intensity setting will be inaccurate and cannot be maintained Note also that lamp power of 550W or higher is required for any 700W lamp having more than 500 hours on it Make sure your Intensity setting is high enough to keep the corresponding lamp power at 550W or higher For best results in achieving fairly uniform intensity amongst tiled Images choose an Intensity setting that enables all lamps to operate at less than the maximum number of watts available in your projector but high enough to keep the corresponding lamp power above its minimum See Power above NOTES 1 Lamps
248. visible 2 A direct slidebar disappears if it is not used vvithin 5 seconds Checkboxes Conditions are present if its adjacent checkbox contains a checkmark To toggle the checkbox simply highlight and press Este or highlight and use to check and lt J to uncheck For a checkbox that is 9 Broadcast Keys numbered simply enter the number of the option to toggle the checkbox Pull down lists To see a pull down list of options available for a given parameter labeled with a v you can e Highlight it and press e Or enter the menu option number Use or keys to navigate up and down within the list the current choice is noted with a small Press to choose an option from the list if desired Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 3 15 OPERATION 1 3 16 Editing Text Indicates current Configuration selection Image Orientation Front 3 1 Front Language English 2 Rear Menu Preferences 3 Inverted Fronti lt New Selection Communications 4 Inverted Rear Geometry Color and Uniformity Auto Power Up L Diagnostics and Calibration Reserved Service o Figure 3 9 Example of Pull Down List Or of you prefer to quickly scroll through a list without first pulling it down highlight the option and use lt J or Er Press when the desired choice appears NOTES 1 Press 4 or to jump between pages in an extra long pull down list 2 Press while in a pull
249. zed zoom function NON MOTORIZED Near the lens opening turn the lens focus tab until the image 1s as sharp as possible MOTORIZED Press to display the Lens Control menu Adjust image clarity as desired with lt or gt Refer back to Figure 2 1 NOTES L Initially your image may be so blurry you cannot recognize the Focus menu option Remember that activates the Focus control 1 from here press 4 or to adiust 2 If focus is not uniform throughout the image bore sight is likely poor Contact your dealer for service Lens offsets move the lens and image Try to achieve the desired overall image position and best brightness while maintaining a rectangular image If the brightness looks uneven or the edges do not look perfectly straight the projector may not be in the optimal position for your screen See 2 3 Projector Position and Mounting for full details Lens offset ranges are also listed on page 5 1 NON MOTORIZED To relocate the image turn either or both of the front knobs adjacent to the lens The top knob Vertical will raise or lower the image the bottom knob Horizontal will shift the image left or right Mirage 2000 4000 6000 User s Manual 2 21 INSTALLATION AND SETUP M Intelligent Lens System 2 22 ILS MOTORIZED Press to display the Lens Control menu Select either lens offset option 13 or 4 and move the image as desired with lt or gt Refer back

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