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Christie Digital Systems Projector CX50 User's Manual

1. Figure 2 1 Connecting RGBHV sources RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 2 1 Section 2 Source Setup Analog VGA Signals gt Connect Analog VGA signals to the 15 pin HD D sub connector on the second input interface Figure 2 2 gt 00000 jak I s A Analog on E OUT T Digital BVI Link L IN ANALOG VGA e s 1 Sindee OUT composite From source Figure 2 2 Analog VGA Connector DVI Digital Video Signals gt The second input interface is dedicated to digital video input signals conforming to the DVI Digital Visual Interface standard To connect an incoming digital video signal to the projector connect the cable running from the source to the DVI input connector the DVI output adjacent to the DVI input connector remains empty If you want to loop the source through to another display device connect a cable from the DVI output connector that was empty to a DVI input connector on the digital display See Figure 2 3 To loop the DVI signal through a series of display devices continue looping connection in this manner your last device will have an empty DVI output connector See Figure 2 4 All projectors will display the same as the first projector no matter what type of input signal is present for o
2. Figure 2 11 Multiple Projector RS232 Communication Schematic RS232 IN RS232 OU RS232 IN RS232 OU RS232 IN RS232 OU A A A UART UART UART Projector Projector Projector Figure 2 12 Communication Schematic Using RS232 Switcher 2 6 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 2 3 Power Connection AC IN Section 2 Source Setup There are two AC receptacles on the EM To plug in a single projector plug the power cord into the top AC receptacle labeled INLET Then plug the 3 pronged end of the power cord into a grounded AC outlet If you want to connect multiple projectors up to a maximum of 4 connect a second power cord to the AC receptacle labeled OUTLET on the left side of the first projector and the other end to the AC receptacle INLET of the next projector Continue connecting power cords in this manner until you reach the last or 4 projector in the chain The last projector will have an empty AC receptacle OUTLET See Figure 2 13 A Input voltages must be capable of 100 240 VAC Use an appropriately rated AC power cord with the projector The power cord supplied is approved for North American use only See Section 5 Specifications for all power requirements WARNING Do not attempt operation if the AC supply and cord are not within the
3. 1024 For non HDTV anamorphic 1024 Full Width Full Height Full Size Figure 3 8 Other Resize Presets Tiled Resize Presets Anamorphic A number of preset options do not appear in the list until the array is defined in the Tiling Setup window found in the Configurations menu Options include RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 9 Section 3 Operation Tiling Full Screen Tiling Full Width Tiling Full Height and Tiling Anamorphic These options are essentially the same as the ones described above except they expand across displays in the defined array See 3 7 Using Multiple Projectors later in this section Examples using a 2x2 defined array Column 1 Column 2 Column 1 Column 2 Column 1 Column 2 Column 1 Column 2 Row 1 Row 1 Row 1 Row 1 Image Row 2 Row2 Row 2 Row2 Tiled Full Size Tiled Full Height Tiled Full Width Tiled Anamorphic Figure 3 9 Tiled Resize Presets CUSTOM RESIZE PRESETS Custom appears in the list of available resize presets as an unnumbered option It occurs only when the values for Size and Vert Stretch in the Size and Position menu are altered The values you choose for Custom will remain in the projector s memory for the current source until they are modified NOTES 1 When you are using your projector for the first time
4. Figure 3 38 Step 5 Re adjust Input Levels if necessary fine tune input black levels to match grey scale color Refer to Black Levels and Input Drives on page 3 16 for instructions All color screens should now be color matched For each projector the settings define your chosen User color temperature For best results keep all projectors at the same lamp power the light output from each will be maintained over time to within 1046 of the current level Occasionally the projector encounters error conditions which interrupt normal operation These can be caused by invalid user entry an input signal error most common or some other system error You will automatically be notified of such errors on screen and via serial communications Invalid user entry errors trigger an on screen message to appear usually in the bottom right corner of the screen describing the problem Press to confirm the message and close the message box Input signal error messages appear when you are in presentation level 1e 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 A system warning message indicates that a system malfunction has been detected see Status LED Codes below It replaces any input
5. _ changes automatically Size and Position upon selection of a t b 1 Presets 1 Default 2 Size 10621 2 No Resizin 9 3 Vert Stretch 797 Full Screen 4 Pixel Track 1346 E 4 Full Width 5 Pixel Phase 5 Full Height 6 H Position Ol 6 Anamorphic 7 V Position 31 05 _ Figure 3 5 Resize Presets NOTE If you select a preset and then manually change its size using the options in the Size and Position menu you will see that an additional option appears in Resize Presets called Custom This item is not numbered in the menu and appears because you have changed the parameters of the preset To return to the preset value you must re select it from the menu DEFAULT By default when displaying a new source the image will fill the screen as fully as possible for that source type In general select Default for most sources This will automatically display your image centered and as large as possible See Figure 3 6 If non HDTV If graphics If video If HDTV anamorphic signal approx 768 Image 768 Image 768 Image 1024 approx 1024 1024 1024 Figure 3 6 Applying Default Resizing to Various Source Types 3 8 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 3 Operation NO RESIZING Select No Resizing to display the image in its native resolution The values for the options in the top level Size and Position menu will change
6. 30 482 7 628 I 3 s b E STAY OUT ZONE P d ni 18 31 4 X MOUNTING SLOTS 625 OUTSIDE SLOT TYP 4 STAY OUT ZONE 14 36 9 71 at oS 2 00 Lens Vertical Configuration 90 degree won _ 0 488 TYP pp yy 1 0 50 bi N 4 X MOUNTING SLOTS p 0 625 OUTSIDE SLOT TYP 1 50 i i Ea E k N 13 93 14 36 i STAY OUT ZONE d 1 LA 2 00 i 2 38 pee 8 628 ere 2 50 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 5 5 Section 5 Specifications For CX50 100U For CX60 100U Weight without screen top 38 GFX003 xx gt cover pedestal and packaging 12516 38 GFX004 xx gt cover pedestal and packaging Size applies 0 7 1 0 5 9 38 804810 04 38 GFX00
7. Lamp History Lamp S N Lamp Hrs 123456 9358 001010 10000 Figure 3 32 Enter the lamp serial number for each new lamp installed and used in the projector The serial number can be up to 13 characters in length and can be entered using the RS232 command LPC For example LPC 123456789 Once a new serial number is entered the lamp timer is reset back to zero Select Lamp History to access a smaller dialog box with read only information about the history of previous lamps installed and recorded The serial number and number of hours logged for each lamp is displayed The Lamp History is automatically updated whenever the serial number for a new lamp is recorded The information for the new lamp is added to the bottom of the list NOTE 1 Enter a serial number only if you have just installed a new lamp This will help ensure the lamp timer is not reset on an old lamp and that the number of hours logged on the lamp will be accurate 2 The lamp serial number can be found on the lamp itself Choosing a Lamp Power A switch located on the PHM allows you to select the power level in watts that you wish to apply to the lamp Figure 3 33 You can choose from two settings 100W and 120W 100W is default It is important to keep in mind that the power level you choose affects light output and possibly the life span of the lamp Flipping the switch to 100W produces slightly dimmer images than if the setting
8. 2 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Appendix B Signal Types Mode Input Res A C E FH fV Hz Clock G J K Pixel KHz MHz Line NTSC 15 734 59 94 16 521 PAL 15 625 50 16 406 HDTV 33 75 60 67 264 NEC24k 640X400 85 640 59 64 848 24 82 55 9 21 047 25 400 7 8 440 TEXT70 640X350 48 640 14 96 800 31 47 70 09 25 176 60 350 38 2 449 TEXT70 640X400 48 640 14 96 800 31 47 70 09 25 176 35 400 13 2 449 TEXT70 720X350 54 720 18 108 900 31 47 70 09 28 323 60 350 38 2 449 TEXT70 720X400 54 720 18 108 900 31 47 70 09 28 323 35 400 13 2 449 TEXTS85 640X350 96 640 32 64 832 37 861 85 08 31 50 60 350 32 3 445 TEXTS85 640X400 96 640 32 64 832 37 861 85 08 31 50 4l 400 1 3 445 TEXT85 720X400 108 720 36 72 936 37 927 85 039 35 50 42 400 1 3 446 VGA60 640X480 40 640 24 96 800 31 469 59 94 25 175 25 480 18 2 525 VGA72 640X480 120 640 32 40 832 37 861 72 809 31 50 20 480 17 3 520 VGATS 640X480 120 640 16 64 840 37 50 75 31 50 16 480 1 3 500 85 640X480 80 640 56 56 832 43 269 85 008 36 25 480 1 3 509 MACI3 640X480 96 640 64 64 864 35 66 667 30 24 39 480 3 3 525 SVGA56 800X600 128 800 24 72 1024 35 156 56 25 36 22 600 1 2 625 SVGA60 800X600 88 800 40 128 1053 37 879 60 317 40 23 600 1 4 628 SVGA72 800X600 64 800 56 120 1040 48 079 72 188 50 23 600 37 6 666 SVGA75 800X600 160 800 16 80 1056 46 875 15 49 5 21 600 1 3 625 SVGA85 800
9. adjust green or blue until all red fields match the first both in color and light output In some cases all projectors will need some color and in other cases only green or blue may be required 3e Adjust next primary in all projectors When all reds match select Next Primary to quickly advance you to the Green Primary menu The Green Primary menu will appear and your screens will turn to a full green field Repeat steps 3b to 3d for green and then blue For each primary adjustment add other secondary colors as necessary 3f Recheck all colors and adjust if necessary 3g Exit the Adjust Primary Colors menu Step 4 Adjust Color Temperature 4a Select a User color temperature User 1 recommended 4b Display internal white test pattern RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 27 Section 3 Operation 3 8 Error Codes Invalid User Errors Input Signal Errors System Warnings Errors gt gt gt 4c Adjust color temperature to match whites between screens keep White Boost at 0 View all white fields and adjust Red Green Blue in the Color Temperature window When matching light output of individual projectors it may be necessary to adjust the White Boost level Start with White Boost at 0 and match to the dimmest display Select Color Temperature 1 3200K 2 5400K Adjust R G and B 3 3 6500K 4 9300K 1 Red 128 5 User1 2 Green 128 6 User2 3 Blue 128
10. accordingly No Resizing If 800 x 600 signal If NTSC PAL SECAM If HDTV E LL A approx 768 768 Image ww 1024 approx 1024 1024 768 If non HDTV anamorphic signal Image 1024 Figure 3 7 No Resizing FULL SCREEN Select Full Screen when you want to display the image using all the pixels available regardless of the source and original aspect ratio FULL WIDTH Select Full Width when you want to fill the screen from left to right Based on the source the top and bottom of the screen may not be filled and appear black similar to a 16 9 image FULL HEIGHT Select Full Height when you want to fill the screen from top to bottom Based on the source the left and right side of the screen may not be filled and appear black ANAMORPHIC Select Anamorphic when you want to display a non HDTV wide screen image in its native 16 9 aspect ratio This is known as letterbox and the image will fill the screen from left to right and may not use all vertical pixels leaving the top and bottom portion of the screen black If you choose not to use the Anamorphic option when displaying a non HDTV anamorphic source the image will be stretched vertically to fill the screen as much as possible leading to a distorted image If you are using HDTV selecting the default preset will give you the same result as if choosing Anamorphic Examples using a single display For all sources 1024
11. VGA When you turn on the projector it begins operating at presentation level such as 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 Ext to return or leave the menu system and return to presentation level Keypad Commands Specific keypad commands are explained below POWER ON OFF Press 5 once to turn the projector on or off When powering down the cooling fan in the projector stays on for approximately 52 seconds before turning off During this cool down period the POWER LED remains red the FAN and LAMP LED are on The LAMP LED turns off after the first 37 seconds of cool down and 15 seconds later the FAN LED turns off RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 3 Section 3 Operation NOTES 1 Avoid turning the projector on and off without waiting at least 52 seconds in between In general hot re strikes reduce lamp life 2 It is recommended that you do not unplug the projector until the cooling fan is off the FAN LED will no longer be illuminated STANDBY Press to blank the display while keeping the projector in a warmed up and ready state Note that the lamp and electronics remain ON in standby mo
12. 2 Enhanced Photographic 3 Enhanced Graphics Video gt 4 Max Brightness Figure 3 12 Gamma options SELECT COLOR TEMPERATURE Select Select Color Temperature to apply a preset color temperature 3200K 5400K 6500K or 9300K and or to create a custom color temperature Userl or User2 All temperatures are measured in degrees Kelvin and represent the coloration reddish or bluish of the whites displayed by the projector Whites appear more reddish when a low color temperature is selected and more bluish when a higher color temperature is selected NOTE 6500K is the default color temperature Userl User2 Select User1 or User2 if you want to create a custom color temperature or to apply an already defined one When you select either User1 or User2 a separate window appears with Red Green and Blue as options that are fully adjustable to create or modify a custom color temperature RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 13 Section 3 Operation To create or adjust a user defined custom color temperature NOTE Use an external test pattern when adjusting color temperature Figure 3 13 1 Select 1 or User2 and adjust Red Green and Blue slidebars until the desired color temperature is achieved 2 Exit the menu to save settings Select Color Temperature Adjust R G and B 1 3200K to create custom 2 5400K color temperature Presets 3 6500K 4 9300K 1 Red 80
13. 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 Digital Micromirror Devices used in this projector for processing red green and blue color data 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 See also Lamp Flicker 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 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 1 attenuate incident light screens with gain more than 1 direct more incident light to
14. gt 5 Userl 2 Green 80 6 User2 3 Blue 80 TIP Use an external grey scale test pattern when setting up a color temperature Figure 3 13 Creating a Custom Color Temperature Video Options Select Video Options from the Image Settings menu to choose a video standard for which to process the incoming signal or to adjust incoming black levels in certain video signals VIDEO STANDARD The projector automatically detects the video standard present and displays the name of this standard in this window Figure 3 14 Press to view or select a different video standard from a complete list available to the projector When you select a specific standard from the list available forces the projector to process the current incoming signal according to this standard NOTE The default for Video Standard and the option that is recommended for use for most signals is Auto If you are using a poor quality signal or a black and white signal Auto may not be the best selection to detect and view these signals instead select a relevant standard from the list Video Options P 1 Auto P 1 Video Standards 2 Input Video Black ENDE np 3 NTSC44 TIP Use Auto i t inst ERE Use Auto in most instances to allow the projector to select the 5 PALM video standard most appropriate 6 PAL NC for the current incoming signal If T PAL 60 using a poor quality input signal 8 SECAM or a black and white si
15. 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 A number that uniquely identifies a specific channel retained in projector memory The projector can retain up to 99 channels RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual A 1 Appendix A Glossary Checkbox Color Shift Color Temperature Component Video Composite Video Contrast ratio Convergence Curved Screen DMD Decoder Detail Diffused Screen Display Setting Flicker Frame Rate Foot candle Foot lambert Gain or Screen Gain 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
16. 85 080 640X400 N P Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 720X400 85Hz TEXT 85 37 927 85 039 720X400 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 640X480 60Hz VGA60 31 469 59 940 640X480 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 640X480 72Hz VGA72 37 861 72 809 640X480 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 640X480 75Hz 75 37 50 75 00 640X480 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 640X480 85Hz VGA85 43 269 85 008 640X480 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN MacIntosh 13 inch Mode MACI3 35 000 66 667 640X480 Non Interlaced RGB IN 67Hz VESA 800X600 56Hz 56 35 156 56 250 800X600 P P Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 800X600 60Hz SVGA60 37 879 60 317 800X600 P P Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 800X600 72Hz SVGA72 48 077 72 188 800X600 P P Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 800X600 75Hz SVGAT75 46 875 75 00 800X600 P P Non interlaced RGB IN RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual B 1 Appendix B Signal Types Format Type Mode H V Input Sync Scan Type Input Freq Freq Resolution polarity Terminal VESA 800X600 85Hz SVGA85 53 674 85 061 800X600 P P Non Interlaced RGB IN MacIntosh 16inch Mode 75Hz MACI6 49 725 74 550 832X624 Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 1024X768 43Hz XGA43 35 522 43 479 1024X768 P P Interlaced RGB IN VESA 1024X768 60Hz XGA60 48 363 60 004 1024X768 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 1024X768 70Hz XGA70 56 476 70 069 1024X768 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN VES
17. Communication Cables From projector to projector RS 232 Proj Network OUT male Wiring Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connectors FEMALE Proj Network IN Shielded Multi conductor Cable female D 2 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Appendix E Menu Tree Size and Position 1 Resize Presets F Resize Presets 2 Size 1 Default Gamma 3 Vert Stretch 2 resizing 4 Photo i graphic tb pixe Track Full Screen 2 Enhanced Photographic ze di prase iN ier 3 Enhanced Graphics Video 6 H Position 5 Full Height 4 Max Brightness 7 V Position 6 Anamorphic n Select Color Temperature Image Settings 1 3200K 1 Contrast 2 5400K 2 Brightness 3 6500K 3 PixelPhase ib coer ae EUIS 1 Red 80 4 Color Setup 2 Tint 5 Usert 2 Green 80 i ji 3 Detail 6 User2 5 Video Options n 3 Blue 80 6 InputL
18. Radiated Immunity EN61000 4 4 Fast Transient Burst Immunity E E EN55022 CISPR 22 for Information Technology Equipment Conducted and Radiated Class A EN55024 CISPR 24 specific to Information Technology Equipment all parts under which are RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 5 7 Section 5 Specifications Accessories optional gt User s Kit 38 804828 01 for RPMX and 38 804829 02 for CX50 CX60 CX67 includes user installation manuals IR remote with batteries assorted ball drivers High Gain Screen 38 804810 01 for CX50 38 804811 02 03 for CX60 Wide Angle Screen 36 804832 02 for CX67 Pedestal Kit 38 804802 02 for CX50 38 804814 02 for CX60 36 804831 02 for CX67 Pedestal Side Panel Kit 38 804803 01 for CX50 38 804816 01 for CX60 36 804835 01 for CX67 Top Cover Kit 38 804805 02 for CX50 38 804813 02 for CX60 and 38 804833 01 for CX67 Eyebolt Kit for CX50 hoisting 38 804538 01 Eyebolt Kit for CX60 CX67 hoisting 38 804839 01 5 8 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Active Line Time Ambient Light Rejection Analog Video Aspect Ratio Auto Source Bandwidth gt Baud Rate Blanking Time Brightness Candela or Candle Channel Channel List Channel Number 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 Th
19. The lamp is under great pressure when hot and may explode causing personal injury and or property damage Always allow the lamp to cool before handling and or powering down and unplugging the projector Use only the lamp specified and supplied by CHRISTIE in the Lamp Replacement Kit The 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 Wait at least 5 minutes before unplugging the projector This provides enough time for the internal lamp cooling fans to cool the lamp and to automatically shut off Allow the lamp to cool completely before handling Power cord gt Only use attachments or accessories recommended by the manufacturer Use of and Attachments others may result in the risk of fire shock or personal injury WARNING Use an appropriately rated AC power cord with the projector The power cord supplied is approved for North American use only Do not attempt operation if the AC supply is not within the specified voltage and power range Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Locate the projector where the power cord cannot be abused by persons walking on it or objects rolling over it Operate the projector at the specified voltage Do not overload power outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or shock hazards The projector is equipped with a three wire p
20. With a quick changeover of mounting brackets the module can be flipped to a 90 degree lens vertical position for rear screen projection applications using an optical fold mirror In CX50 CX60 CX67 products the projector is already in the 90 degree position Located on the top of the PHM is a small red switch that allows you to switch the lamp power from 100W to 120W It is recommended that you choose the 100W setting when you are performing setup procedures for the first time RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 1 Section 3 Operation Electrical Module EM gt EM is the main control unit of the projector It is mounted independently from the PHM to the mounting tray It is the module where all source connections are made and where the main power switch is located The EM contains the majority of PCB s such as the Control PCB BNC Input PCB Video Input PCB and Control RS 232C PCB In general these boards are responsible for the video processing and communication requirements of the projector It also houses the IR sensor PCB and the Power PCB Located on the input side of the EM are 3 LEDs These LEDs will illuminate in patterns which represent the status of the projector and or any error conditions that may be present Refer to Table 3 1 for the status of the LEDs during normal operation and at the end of this section for system error codes Table 3 1 Normal LED Status System State Power LED Fan LED Lamp LED D
21. are identified in the service manual Symptom gt The projector does not power on when the key is pressed CAUSE REMEDY 1 4 Make sure AC power cord has been plugged in and AC power switch is on To power up make sure you press the power key for at least 1 second Check the status of the LEDs on the input panel electronics module Are they lit If not check the connection of the power cord to the wall outlet Make sure you are pointing the keypad at the screen and are within the 7 5m IR reception range Also ensure there is nothing blocking the reception path Replace the keypad batteries See the instructions in this section Symptom gt The projector is on but no image is displayed CAUSE REMEDY 1 2 Make sure the lens cap has not been left on Is the projector in stand by mode The power LED is red and the Fan and Lamp LEDs are off Press to strike the lamp and start operation Is an active source connected properly Check all cable connections made to the input panel on the electronics module Are there test patterns or menus present Press or to check If yes check your source connections again Make sure the room lighting is not too bright Reduce light reflections as much as possible Increase contrast and or brightness of image Make sure the projector is not too far away from the screen Is the Power LED flashing a pattern of yellow and red lights This
22. graphic sources only Noise is particularly common on YPbPr signals from a DVD player 2 The signal cables carrying the input signal may be of poor quality Use only good quality signal cables 4 10 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 5 Specifications NOTES 1 Due to continuing research specifications are subject to change without notice 2 Specifications apply to all models unless otherwise noted 3 CX50 CX60 data with use of High Gain screen and CX67 with Wide Angle screen 4 CX50 CX60 CX67 screens are sold separately Display gt Display Resolution XGA resolution 1024 X 768 pixels Brightness typical 100W with White Boost OFF 0 400 ANSI lumens 100W with White Boost ON 10 500 ANSI lumens 120W with White Boost OFF 0 480 ANSI lumens 120W with White Boost ON 10 600 ANSI lumens Contrast Ratio typical 1000 1 full field ON OFF Gray Scale and Color Resolution 8 bits resolution 16 8 million displayable colors Color Temperature for RPMX 100U Default 100 white not to exceed 8500K Range of adjustment 3200K 9600K Brightness Uniformity gt 90 center to corner Source Input Compatibility gt Analog RGB Horizontal frequency range 15 85 kHz Vertical frequency range 50 85Hz Scan format Interlaced or progressive Pixel clock rate maximum 135 MHz max DC offset 1V Nominal Impedance 75 ohms RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 5 1 Section 5 Specifications Control Sign
23. indicates an internal system error that may be preventing the projector from operating If the problem persists contact a qualified service technician Symptom gt The projector does not respond to the infrared remote keypad CAUSE REMEDY 1 Make sure there is nothing blocking the transmission path between the keypad and IR sensor Check keypad batteries Refer to the instructions in this section if they need replacement Keep ambient lighting to a minimum This may be interfering with the transmission Make sure the keypad has not been disabled for use with this projector Check that you have broadcast control of all projectors Press and the item All Projectors is set to YES Or have you indicated the correct projector ID number for the projector you want to control 4 8 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Symptom gt CAUSE REMEDY Symptom gt CAUSE REMEDY Symptom gt CAUSE REMEDY Symptom gt CAUSE REMEDY Symptom gt CAUSE REMEDY Symptom gt CAUSE REMEDY Symptom gt CAUSE REMEDY Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The display is jittery or unstable 1 If the display is jittery or if it disappears and reappears erratically check that the source is properly connected and that its signal is of adequate quality for detection For example if the projector scans the default input for a signal to display and poor quality or a source is improperly connected the projector briefly and
24. network With a second serial communication cable connect the one end to the RS 232 OUT connector of the first projector and the other end to the RS 232 IN of the next projector Continue this pattern of connection with all projectors Figure 2 10 The last projector in the network will only have a connection to the RS 232 IN connector Then set the baud rate of all projectors to match that of the controlling device Refer to Communication on page 3 19 for details on setting baud rate NOTE 1 In Figure 2 10 and Figure 2 11 the controlling device can only send commands to the projector It cannot query or receive any feedback from the projector If feedback from the projector is required an RS 232 switcher must be used and connected as shown in Figure 2 12 Call a Christie sales representative for more information RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 2 5 Section 2 Source Setup m p RS 232 OUT m IN Figure 2 10 Multiple Projector RS 232 Connection PC Projector Projector Y v RS232 IN RS2 RS232 IN RS232 OU RS232 IN RS232 OU v v UART UART UART Projector PC RS 232 Switcher
25. on the keypad enter the 2 digit ID number of the projector you want to communicate with Press to save the new ID number before exiting NOTE All projectors will respond to the key even when All Projectors is set to NO The number under Projector ID is not necessarily the ID of that projector but that of the last projector you had exclusive communication with Press to see the ID number assigned to a projector RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 25 Section 3 Operation Defining the Size of gt Use the Tiling Setup submenu to define the size of a wall number of rows and a Display Wall columns and identify the location of each projector in the wall If you are operating a stand alone unit enter 1 for items 1 to 4 Tiling Setup 1 Number of Rows 289 Defines the size 2 Number of Columns 27 of the array display wall 3 Projector Row 1L l Identifies the location 4 Projector Column 14C J ofthe current projector 5 Projector ID 01 Current projector 6 Resize Presets EXAMPLE of a 2X2 _ column Row Figure 3 35 Matching Colors of gt For the image on a display wall to appear seamless color and brightness must be Multiple Projectors precisely matched from screen to screen This requires the adjustment of the projector s primary colors from the Adjust Primary Colors menu NOTE Projectors manufactured later than August 2005 are color adjusted at the factory to reduce adjustment tim
26. repeatedly attempts to display an image If no source is connected the no signal 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 3 The sync signal may be inadequate Correct the source problem 4 The input signal type may conflict with the input module Install use the correct module for the source 5 Pixel tracking and phase may need more adjustment The display is faint 1 Check the settings under the Input Levels menu Try using the Auto Input Level option Brightness and or contrast may be set too low Adjust as necessary 3 Gamma setting may be inadequate It is recommended that you use the default gamma setting from most sources 4 The room may be too bright Limit the amount of light reflecting off the screen 5 Ensure the projector is not too far from the screen 6 Isthe screen being viewed from the best angle Check seating plans and viewing angles The display is reversed and or upside down 1 Image orientation is not set correctly Access Image Orientation in the Configuration menu and select the option to suit your installation See Section 2 Portions of the display are cut off or warped on the opposite edge 1 Resizing may need some adjustment Adjust until entire image is visible and centered 2 Check 6 axis adjustments The display appears compressed
27. signal 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 key Status LED Codes There are three LEDs on the EM that are used to convey the current state of the system and report any error conditions that may be present If the POWER LED on the back of the projector repeatedly flashes a pattern of yellow and red light you have likely encountered a system error requiring the 3 28 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 3 Operation attention of a qualified service technician The specific pattern of flashing indicates the 2 digit code identifying the type of problem encountered the number of yellow flashes represents the first digit and the number of red flashes indicates the second digit Consult Table 3 2 for a description of the error Press Ext on the keypad to acknowledge the error the POWER LED will stop flashing and go to a solid green color Try resetting the projector by powering it off and on again cooling when necessary Service the projector if necessary Contact your dealer if the problem persists Table 3 2 Error LED Status Error Power LED Fan LED Lamp LED Description Code 12 e
28. some time in setting up an image and you can also make further adjustments as desired You must have an unlocked channel present to use this option When you select Auto Setup a separate window appears requesting confirmation to proceed This allows you to cancel the process before any changes are made to the display parameters NOTES 1 Auto Setup is not available with video signals 2 Additional manual adjustments may still be required after Auto Setup 3 24 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 7 Using Multiple Projectors Assigning a Projector ID Number Broadcasting to All Projectors with keypad Controlling One Projector with keypad gt Section 3 Operation There are two methods of communicating with multiple projectors using the IR keypad or RS 232 serial communication These methods are not interchangeable It is recommended that you choose the method which will best suit your installation and setup your network for this type of communication For details on how to operate the projector using RS 232 commands go to www christiedigital com and download the latest RS 232 communications document for RPMX CX50 CX60 and CX67 products Make sure you have assigned a unique projector ID number for each projector present this number is required in order to get the exclusive attention of an individual projector with the IR keypad or by RS 232 serial communication To assign a projector number 1 Press to see
29. specified voltage and power range n ti 9999 99999 ED TUER D o 4d JM D o 4k J 4k al J J AC AC AC OUT m IN OUT m IN OUT IN A WARNING AC LOOP 4 PROJECTORS MAXIMUM Figure 2 13 AC Loop RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 2 7 3 1 Projector Overview Projection Head Module gt PHM Section 3 Operation This section provides a general description of the projector s main components It also provides details on the projector s software menu system The modular design of the projector allows the user to access and service specific components of the projector such as the lamp quickly and easily without having to disassemble the entire projector Projection Head Module 0 8 1 Projection Lens Lamp Fan Lamp Module dV 6 Axis Adjuster amp 2 Electronics Mounting Tray O od 5 Module 9 o s o H Figure 3 1 The Projector shown in lens horizontal configuration The PHM is the largest module of the projector It contains all the main optical components of the projector such as the short throw projection lens color wheel DMD and lamp In the RPMX projector the PHM is shipped in a 0 degree lens horizontal configuration
30. the Main menu Highlight and select Communications The Communications menu appears 3 Scroll down to Projector ID The two digit number is the ID currently assigned to the projector To assign a new number press to see two dashed lines and enter the new two digit ID number using the numeric keys on the keypad 4 Press to accept the entry and or xt to exit the menu or cancel See Figure 3 25 earlier in this section 5 Press to verify that the ID number for the projector was changed Continue this for each projector in your network When you want to communicate to all projectors in a network press and ensure the option All Projectors is set to YES for each projector Press to toggle the setting if required Exit the menu and verify that all projectors will respond to a command by pressing a key such as on the keypad You can switch between communicating with all projectors and one specific projector by pressing and toggling the option All Projectors from YES to NO With All Projectors set to NO the Projector ID option is selectable The number here identifies the projector that is currently listening to IR keypad commands All keypad commands you enter will then affect this projector exclusively until you enter another ID number or switch back to broadcasting to all projectors If you want to specify another projector highlight Projector ID and press the key until a double dashed line appears Using the numerical keys
31. the menu system for some of the most common image adjustment options you can quickly access them by using the direct keys on the keypad When selected the slidebar for the option immediately appears on the screen for modification NOTE Not available for all display options For example to quickly modify the contrast of an image press on the keypad and use lt and to move the slidebar until the desired contrast setting is achieved The value that appears to the left of a slidebar is the current value for that option RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 7 Section 3 Operation Size and Position X Use the options in the Size and Position menu Figure 3 4 to adjust the size of the displayed image so that it fits the screen to best suit the application Other related options such as Pixel Track and Pixel Phase are used to refine the image Size and Position 1 Resize Presets 2 Size 1024 La 3 Vert Stretch Bi 4 Pixel Track 1346 5 Pixel Phase 2 _ 6 H Position 11g 7 V Position 31 Figure 3 4 Size and Position Menu Resize Presets Use this menu to access a submenu that allows you to quickly display the image in its native resolution or to choose automatically other options that will resize your image to fit your screen Highlight the option you want and press Enter the image will automatically be resized Figure 3 5 NOTE The image size
32. was at 120W And although there are exceptions in most lamps the higher the light output or power setting the shorter the life span of the lamp It is recommended that you power down the projector before switching to a different lamp power setting RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 23 Section 3 Operation Lamp power switch choose 100W or 120W setting Figure 3 33 3 5 System Status This is a read only window accessible from the Main menu that lists system information such as projector model and serial number projector ID current input source resolution frequencies and current software version Status Model RPMX 100U Serial No 120202 Projector ID 01 Input Source RGB1 Resolution 1024x768 H Freq 48KHz V Freq 75Hz Software Ver PP09 MP07 Figure 3 34 Status Menu 3 6 Auto Setup You can select Auto Setup from the Main menu to enable the projector to automatically set up an image by optimizing the following display options What an Auto Setup Does SETS TO DEFAULT Contrast amp Brightness Auto Input Level off Blanking Detail if video source Filter Luma Delay OPTIMIZES Pixel Tracking Pixel Phase Size Vertical Stretch Position Input Levels if analog source Selecting Auto Setup can save you
33. 000 meters 20 C to 60 C for CX50 CX60 CX67 to 15 000 meters 20 C to 35 C RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 5 3 Section 5 Specifications Physical Characteristics gt NOTE 1 Dimensions apply to all models unless specified otherwise 2 Screen dimensions can vary based on environmental conditions 3 All dimensions in inches and for reference only Adjuster in nominal position For RPMX 100U 38 GFX101 01 gt Weight including adjuster lt 44lb shipping weight includes packaging lt 1001 Size includes lens adjuster and mounting rails Lens Horizontal Configuration 0 degree Ld N oo 14 4 er l u D cy tea _ MEE 31 5 86 1 ah 1 1 ps A Tox 14 4 152 j 2 _ 8 6 For RPMX 100U 38 GFX101 02 gt Size includes lens adjuster and mounting rails Lens Horizontal Configuration 0 degree 5 4 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual For RPMX 100U Section 5 Specifications 38 GFX101 05 gt Size includes lens adjuster and mounting rails Lens Horizontal Configuration 0 degree 1
34. 3 05 amp 38 GFX003 06 no bump on 40 0 other models i i 30 0 42 5 IJ 1 k P4 36 8 1 Weight without screen top 150Ib Size applies to 0 7 23 6 38 GFX004 02 48 0 no bump on Screen dimension other models E d i z o 36 0 Screen dimension 36 0 C k 22 4 2 10 3 5 8 38 8048 1 1 02 5 6 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Weight without screen top For CX67 100U 38 06 gt cover pedestal and packaging Size applies to 1 0 38 GFX005 06 38 GFX005 07 no bump on other models 40 2 40 2 1716 6 0 38 804832 01 Section 5 Specifications a 27 0 Safety and gt CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 00 Regulatory Compliance ANSI UL 60950 3 Edition B EN60950 2000 European Norm Safety of Information Technology Equipment Electro Magnetic Compatibility E M C Emissions FCC Code of Federal Regulations Title 47 Part 15 Conducted and Radiated Emissions Class A EN61000 3 2 Induced Harmonic Distortion N61000 4 5 Surge Immunity N61000 4 6 Immunity to Conducted Disturbances EN61000 4 8 Magnetic Field Immunity EN61000 4 11 Voltage Dips Short Interruptions and Voltage Variations Immunity EN61000 3 3 Induced Voltage Fluctuations Flicker EN61000 4 2 ESD EN61000 4 3
35. 7 User s Manual 3 2 Using the Keypad IR Remote Keypad gt Section 3 Operation The projector is controlled by an IR remote keypad that is supplied in the User s Kit It is operated by 2 AA batteries and provides wireless control of the projector from up to 100 feet away Keep in mind the batteries will require replacement over time If the projector is not responding to keypad entries and there isn t an obstruction of the IR sensor it may indicate the batteries require replacement 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 directly at the center of the screen PIXEL POSITION Keep in mind the following when using the ON keypad CHKISTIE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS DISPLAY FREEZE Press keys one at a time there are no m m simultaneous key presses required on repeat their arrow actions when held down For other keys release and press again to repeat an action In nee a network pause between adjustments to ensure that the last proJector can keep up with the commands STANDBY STATUS PROJECTOR e 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 DIGITAL
36. A 1024X768 75Hz 75 60 023 75 029 1024X768 P P Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 1024X768 285Hz XGA85 68 677 84 997 1024X768 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN MacIntosh 19 Inch Mode 75Hz MACIO 60 135 74 700 1024X768 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN WK Std 1280X1024 60Hz SXGA 64 00 60 000 1280X1024 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN 1028X1024 75Hz SXGA 79 976 75 025 1280X1024 P P Non Interlaced RGB IN Note 1 In composite sync or sync on green signal H sync signal must be inserted into V sync signal Not Good Good Note 2 In H V separation sync signal V sync signal must not include H sync signal or equalization pulse And H sync signal must not include V sync signal and equalization pulse Not Good Good No Good Equalization Pulse V Sync Signal assen UL JUDA Note 3 When composite sync or sync on green signal is supplied horizontal frequency must be 31kHz or higher Note 4 Sync signal Horizontal seisein territi enn p erae Positive or Negative Minimum H Sync width 1Ms Positive or Negative Minimum V Sync width 2H Acceptable RGB Input Signal Timing The following table lists acceptable RGB input signals If you are using a signal similar to one of the ones listed it may be accepted however some projector settings may need some adjustment
37. CX67 User s Manual A 5 Appendix A Glossary Variable Scan Vertical Frequency Vertical Offset Video Video Decoder Video Standard Viewing Angle White Balance White Field YCbCr YPbPr YUV 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 output 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 b
38. Custom will not appear in the list of Resize Presets or Tiled presets This option only appears when the values for Size and Vert Stretch are modified Size Adjust Size when you want to change the image width and height simultaneously while maintaining the current aspect ratio of data from the incoming signal As you adjust the slidebar for Size you will notice the value for Vert Stretch changes accordingly and image proportion is maintained Vert Stretch Adjust Vert Stretch short for Vertical Stretch when you want to adjust the height of the image while maintaining the width of the image By adjusting this option you will change the aspect ratio of the image NOTE Adjusting this option does not change the value for Size Pixel Tracking Use this option to adjust 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 not is consistent across the screen that aspect ratio is correct and that pixel phase can be optimized 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 one pixel on one pixel off graphic image such as the Windows shutdown screen Steady flickering or several soft vertical stripes or bands across the entire image indic
39. DMD error Flashing yellow Solid green Flashing green and red 21 e o Lamp strike failure Flashing yellow Solid green Off Lamp failure Ballast andred error Lamp shut off unexpectedly 24 Lamp door open Flashing yellow Solid green Flashing green interlock and red 37 General EMfailure Flashing yellow Solid green Off and red 51 Fan failed or not Flashing yellow Flashing Off connected applies to and red green all fans 71 x e o EEPROM failure Flashing yellow Solid green Off and red 81 o e Decoder failure Flashing yellow Solid green Off and red NOTE Press to acknowledge the error the power LED will stop flashing and remain a steady green RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 29 Section 4 Maintenance 41 Warnings and Guidelines The projector is an international regulatory agency approved product designed for safe and reliable operation To assure complete safety at all times it is important to acknowledge the following precautions while operating the projector WARNING Never look directly into the projector lens The extremely high brightness of this projector can cause permanent eye damage WARNING For protection from ultraviolet radiation keep all projector shielding intact during operation CAUTION Installation should be performed by qualified personnel Labels and Markings Observe and follow all warnings and in
40. GRAPHS MASTER RPMX CxX50 CxX60 CX67 User s Manual Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION 2 SOURCE SETUPS 3 OPERATION 4 MAINTENANCE amp TROUBLESHOOTING 5 SPECIFICATIONS APPENDICES 013 100162 Rev 1 07 05 Contents Page VQ aU 1 1 1 2 CompoB6DntS uu aL Pet Leo En 1 2 1 3 Purchase Record and Servicing eere 1 3 2 1 Source thee nnne nnns entente nne 2 1 2 2 Serial Port Conn ctlons eene eese 2 5 PACM Power GTI eR NE 2 7 3 1 Projector OVervIew cess oce t eese rise views de e Ey 3 1 3 2 Using the Keypad eere reet rented eL IR bet deo reda 3 3 3 3 Adjusting an Image sese enne 3 7 34 The Lamp Menu 1 rien eR ere HE eH ELE Ee Pe EE Ha CEPR 3 23 3 System SIIS PM tasa 3 24 S ROSSI m 3 24 3 7 Using Multiple Projectors essere 3 25 3 8 Error Codes HEC 3 28 4 1 Warning and Guidelines 0 0 0 4 1 4 2 Cleaning and Maintenance 0 cee ee eeceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeseecaecsaeceaeesseessaeenaeen 4 3 4 3 Lamp Replacemient 5 indere uite bene Cen Lien 4 4 4 4 Projection Lens Focus ennt enne nnne tenens 4 7 4 5 Troubleshooting uit atit eer recette e E ete r
41. IE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS DISPLAY FREEZE STANDBY STATUS DIGITAL VGA Use to turn projector ON or OFF Use to scroll up or down menus increase or decrease values in slidebars Press to freeze unfreeze an image function must be enabled through the Diagnostics and Service menu Use to turn the on screen display menus on or off Press to return projector to standby mode Use to quickly access the Status window Press to view test pattern Each keypress advances to the next test pattern Press to enable or disable broadcast control and to gain control of a certain projector need to enter an ID Use to select input signal RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual C 1 Appendix D Serial Communication Cables When connecting projector to a computer or another projector 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 Proj Network IN female Wiring Standard RS 232 cable with 9 Pin D Connectors Computer Shielded Multi conductor Cable male From projector to computer RS 232 For computers having a 25 pin serial port Proj Network IN female Standard RS 232 cable 9 Pin male to 25 pin female Computer male Wiring Shield RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual D 1 Appendix D Serial
42. Index F Freeze Allowed 3 22 Freeze Image 3 22 Freeze Key 3 5 G Gamma 3 13 H Horizontal Position 3 11 I Image Orientation 3 18 Image Settings 3 11 Image Size 3 10 Input Drives 3 16 Input Keys 3 5 Input Levels About 3 15 Auto 3 15 Input Select 3 17 Input Setup Input Select 3 17 Mode Memory Status 3 17 K Keypad Guidelines 3 3 Replacing Batteries 4 4 Keypad IR Remote Description and Use 3 3 L Lamp History 3 23 Lamp Hours 4 4 Lamp Menu 3 23 Lamp Replacement 4 4 Warning 4 2 Lamp Serial Number 3 23 Language 3 18 LED Status 3 2 LEDs Status 3 28 M Main Menu 3 6 Menu Key 3 4 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Index Menu Preferences 3 19 Mode Memory Status 3 17 P Pixel Key 3 5 Pixel Phase 3 11 Pixel Tracking 3 10 Position Key 3 5 Power Connection 2 7 Power Cords 4 2 Power Level Switching 3 23 Power Warning 4 2 Presentation Level Definition 3 3 Projection Lens 4 7 Projector Cleaning Maintenance 4 3 Service 4 3 Projector Head Module PHM 3 1 Projector ID 3 20 Assigning 3 20 Purchase Record and Servicing 2 3 R Resize Image 3 8 Anamorphic 3 9 Custom 3 10 Full Height 3 9 Full Screen 3 9 Full Width 3 9 No Resizing 3 9 Tiling Setup 3 9 S Select Color Temperature 3 13 Serial Port Connections 2 5 Service Requirements 4 3 Size and Position 3 8 Slidebars Using 3 6 Slidebars Direct 3 7 Slidebars Do
43. Push the small tab in and up at the same time lifting the cover completely off 3 Remove and discard the old batteries from keypad Orient and place each new battery into the compartment as indicated by the diagram etched into the compartment Insert the bottom edge of the cover into the rim of the compartment and gently push the upper portion of the cover down until it snaps into place If you don t hear a click the cover is not in position Remove the cover and try again ensuring the bottom edge of the cover gets inserted into the rim The projector operates using a 120W UHP lamp Typically aging lamps gradually decrease in their intensity You can check the number of hours the lamp has been in use by checking Lamp Hours in the Lamp menu It is recommended that you be aware of the number of hours the lamp has been in use and the quality of light output produced by the lamp These are good indicators as to when the lamp requires replacement If the lamp burns out because it has reached the end of its life or it has failed for some other reason it should be replaced with another lamp A Before you proceed with lamp replacement e Read the Lamp Replacement procedure in its entirety before you begin e Always power down and unplug the projector before servicing Allow the cooling fans to turn off before unplugging the unit e Allow the lamps to cool sufficiently before removing Recommended wait period is 5 minutes after th
44. Setup gt Section 3 Operation White Boost This option allows you to recapture some of the lost light from the transition between segments in the color wheel when it is spinning Use the slidebar to increase the value of White Boost from 0 to 10 When set to a value of 0 the option is OFF As you increase the value you will notice the image becomes slightly brighter and a little less saturated NOTE It is recommended Auto Setup and Auto Input Levels be adjusted prior to applying White Boost for new sources 2 For NTSC HDTV PAL and SECAM video and graphics signals the default is set to 10 3 White Boost is disabled when an internal test pattern is displayed the option appears in yellow text 4 It is recommended White Boost remain at 0 when adjusting input levels From this menu you can select an input instead of using the direct keys on the keypad You can also view the settings of the current incoming signal Input Setup 1 Input Select 2 Mode Memory Status Figure 3 17 Input Setup Menu Input Select Use Input Select to select from a list of available input signals that can be displayed by the projector Figure 3 18 Highlight the option and press to select an input NOTE You can make the same selection using the direct keys on the keypad t Set 1 Analog BNC 1 Input Select 2 Analog VGA 2 Mode Memory Status 3 Digital DVI TIP Use d
45. User s Manual Section 3 Operation e Wait for the 6 values black levels and drives to stabilize e Leave the Input Levels menu Input levels should now be correct for the source Step 2 Enable Primary Color Adjustment In the Adjust Primary Colors menu select APC Enable highlight and select Enable to enable the option so that primary colors controls can be adjusted and applied to the image NOTE If at any time you decide not to use or apply the APC Enable option select Disable this disables Red Green and Blue Primary controls Adjust Primary Colors 1 1 APC Enable __2 56 2 A WEEDS 3 Green Primary 4 Blue Primary Figure 3 36 Step 3 Primary Color Adjustment Adjust Primary Colors 1 APC Enable 2 Red Primary Red Primary 3 Green Primary 1 RedLevel 95 a 4 Blue Primary 2 Green 0 3 Blue 0 4 Next Primary Figure 3 37 3a Select Red Primary from the Adjust Primary Colors menu The Red Primary menu will appear and all screens will turn to a full red field 3b Set Red Level on all screens to 100 3c Match red light output Compare red fields and choose the dimmest For each remaining projector adjust Red Level until red light output is closely matched 3d Match reds Compare red fields and choose the least saturated red In the Red Primary menu for each projector starting with the adjacent projector
46. X along with uniform brightness and color matching controls which are important when trying to display a large uniform image Key Features XGA resolution 1024 x 768 UHP illumination system Variable brightness output Input pixel formats from 640 x 480 up to 1280 x 1024 fully scaleable 24 bit RGB display 16 8 million colors Multi frequency operation 40 to 70 inch diagonal image size with 4 3 aspect ratio Auto setup feature IR sensor for control via IR keypad Unique 6 axis geometry adjustment 100 120W UHP lamp operation 100V to 240V AC universal operation For detailed product specifications see Section 5 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 1 1 Section 1 Introduction 1 2 Components How the projector works The projector operates based on DLP technology by Texas Instruments An external source provides the necessary XGA input signals accepted by the projector An internal 120W UHP lamp generates light which then travels through a rotating color wheel alternately passing red green and blue light to the single 0 7 imaging panel also called a digital micromirror device or DMD Reflected light from the DMD then passes through the short throw projection lens and displays on the external display screen NOTE Refer to Section 3 for a brief description the projector s main modules Ensure you have received the following components with your projector or display cube For RPMX For CX50 CX60 CX67 e Hard
47. X600 152 800 32 64 1048 53 674 85 061 56 25 27 600 1 3 631 MACI6 832X624 224 832 32 64 152 49 725 74 55 57 283 39 624 1 3 667 XGA43 024X768 56 024 8 176 264 35 522 43 479 44 9 40 768 0 8 816 XGA60 024X768 160 024 24 136 344 48 363 60 004 65 29 768 3 6 806 XGA70 024X768 144 024 24 136 328 56 476 70 069 75 29 768 3 6 806 XGA75 024X768 176 024 16 96 312 60 023 75 029 78 75 28 768 1 3 800 XGA85 024X768 208 024 48 96 376 68 677 84 997 94 5 36 768 1 3 808 19 1024 768 172 024 34 96 328 60 135 74 7 79 86 30 768 4 3 805 SXGA60 1280X1024 248 1280 48 112 1688 63 981 60 02 108 38 1024 1 3 1066 SXGA75 1280X1024 248 1280 16 144 1688 79 976 75 025 135 38 1024 1 3 1066 Notel The clock pulse is made in projection unit automatically External clock input is not equipped Note2 When 15kHz NTSC PAL signal is supplied to the RGB input terminal the Digital Signal Link function is not guaranteed for correct signal transfer RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual B 3 Press to modify pixel phase and pixel tracking settings Press to access the Main menu Press to accept an action or value entered Press to exit a menu window or to cancel an operation Use to modify the contrast of an image Use to modify the brightness of an image Appendix C Keypad Reference Press to modify the vertical and horizontal position of the displayed image PIXEL POSITION 4 s CHKIST
48. ack a test pattern with a 8 Color Bars border such as Geometry 9 Geometry Figure 3 29 FREEZE ALLOWED You can enable or disable the function of the key with this option Select Allow to enable the use of the key When Disallow is selected the key will not function when pressed Diagnostics and Service 1 Test Pattern 2 Freeze Allowed 1 Allow 3 Freeze Image 2 Disallow ww Figure 3 30 FREEZE IMAGE You can freeze unfreeze the displayed image by manually selecting Enable or Disable from the Freeze Image option Select Enable to freeze the image and Disable to unfreeze it Diagnostics and Service 1 Test Pattern 2 Freeze Allowed gt 3 Freeze Image 1 Enable 2 Disable Figure 3 31 3 22 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 4 The Lamp Menu Section 3 Operation At any time during operation you can select the Lamp Menu to view the number of hours the lamp has been in use Typically as the lamp ages it begins to get dimmer It is recommended that you check the number of hours the lamp has been in use as a good indicator as to whether or not it requires replacement Other lamp specific read only information includes the Lamp S N lamp serial number Lamp Read only information 1 Lamp Hours 234 Hrs lt Total number of hours current lamp in use 2 Lamp S N 123456 lt Serial number of current lamp 3 Lamp History
49. al gt Compatibility Sync interlaced or progressive scan formats Horizontal frequency range 15 85 kHz Vertical frequency range 50 85Hz Scan format Interlaced or progressive Sync types Separate H and V Composite Sync on green Nominal impedance 75 ohms Polarity N A to sync on green positive or negative DC operating range 0 5V Composite Video and S Video requires optional Video Decoder Module Signal formats Composite video CVBS S Video Video standards Y C NTSC NTSC 4 43 PAL PAL M PAL N DC offset 5V Nominal impedance 75 ohms DVI Input Horizontal frequency range 15 85kHz Vertical frequency range 50 85Hz Scan format interlaced or progressive NOTE Interlaced on DVI not supported Pixel clock rate 115MHz max Infrared IR Control Input Number of sensors 1 IR reception range using keypad supplied 7 5m RS 232 RS 232 ports 1 female DB9 connector RS232 IN 1 male DB9 connector RS232 OUT Baud rate 19 200 default Maximum number of projectors 6 daisy chained without external buffering Picture Offset and Adjustment Range gt Range of Motion Range and Tolerance Unless otherwise stated Horizontal side to side 1 0 1 0 from nominal 0 05 ranges apply to both O and Vertical up down 4 85 85 from nominal 0 006 90 orientations Translation toward and away from screen 1 2 1 2 from nominal 0 05 85 85 from nominal for 90 position Yaw h
50. ally 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 A 4 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual RGB Video RS 232 RS 422 S Video Scan Rate Scan Line SECAM Slidebar Source Source Setup Switcher Sync Sync Width TTL Video Throw Distance Tint Y Appendix A Glossary 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 u
51. amp Hours 234 Hrs 2 Freeze Allowed 4 Blue Primary 1 Red Level 2 Lamp S N 123456 3 Freeze Image Blue sh uae 1 Off 4 NextPrimary 1 Enable 2 Checker 2 Disable 3 Gray 16 Green Primary Status 4 Gray 32 i Red Model RPMX 100U 5 White 2 Green Level Serial No 120202 6 Gray 3 Blue Projector ID 01 T Black 4 NextPrimary Input Source RGB1 8 Color Bars Resolution 1024x768 9 Geometry H Freq 48KHz Green Primary V Freq 75Hz 4 Al 1 Red Software Ver PP09 MPO7 3 Dei 2 Green esa 3 Blue Primary 4 NextPrimary Do you want this source to AutoSetup 1 Do AutoSetup 2 Cancel RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual E 1 6 6 Axis Adjuster 3 2 A Adjust Primary Colors 3 21 Arrow Keys 3 4 Auto Input Levels 3 17 Auto Setup 3 17 3 24 B Baud Rate 3 19 Black level 3 16 Brightness Key 3 4 3 12 C Color 3 12 Color and Uniformity 3 21 Color Setup 3 12 Color Temperature 3 21 Creating custom 3 14 Custom 3 13 color wheel 2 2 Components 2 2 Composite Video 2 3 Configuration Menu 3 18 Connect Source DVI Digital Video 2 2 Connect Sources Analog VGA 2 2 Composite Video 2 3 Composite Video Loop Through 2 4 DVI Loop Through 2 2 S Video Loop Through 2 4 Contrast Key 3 4 3 12 D Detail 3 13 Diagnostics amp Service 3 22 Display Key 3 5 E Electronic Module EM 3 2 Enter Key 3 4 Error Codes 3 2 3 28 3 29 Exit Key 3 4
52. any communication issues The recommended setting for projectors in a network is 19200 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 19 Section 3 Operation PROJECTOR ID Use this option to set a specific 2 digit ID number for the projector In a network environment having the ability to control one or all projectors is very important Assigning ID numbers to each projector in a network allows you to do this To assign an ID number using the option in the Communications menu select the option Projector ID Press twice until you see two dashed lines Using the numbered keys on the keypad enter a unique 2 digit ID number for the current projector Press to accept and save the entry and or to exit the menu or cancel See Figure 3 25 Press to check that the ID number for your projector was successfully changed Continue this process for each projector if you re working in a network Press until Communication you see then enter digit ID 1 BaudRate 19200 MEME 21910 number 2 Projector ID 99 Communication 1 BaudRate 19200 2 Projector ID E Figure 3 25 Assigning Projector ID For additional information on switching communication control from a single projector to multiple projectors called broadcast control see 3 7 Using Multiple Projectors Tiling Setup Use the options in the Tiling Setup menu when working with multiple projectors in a display wall The options provide
53. ates poor pixel tracking Adjust the slidebar until the stripes broaden 3 10 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Image Settings gt Section 3 Operation to the point where one large stripe fills the image Again the image may still exhibit some noise NOTE 1 By default the projector will sample at the correct frequency for most sources 2 Not available for video sources 3 SHORT CUT Press and adjust the top slidebar Pixel phase Use this option to adjust the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal It is used primarily for adjusting RGB inputs Adjust pixel phase when the image usually from an RGB source shows shimmer or noise Pixel phase adjustment is done most effectively using 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 this option 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 i e you may find that the image appearance at 11 is identical to the image appearance at 38 thus you can select either setting NOTE 1 Adjust pixel phase after pixel tracking is properly set 2 Not applicable for video sources 3 SHORT CUT Press and adjust the bottom slidebar H Position Use this option to move the image to the left o
54. d allow you to define the size of the array and identify the location of the current projector NOTE If you are using a stand alone unit the values for each of the first four options should be set to 1 Tiling Setup 1 Number of Rows 2 Defines the size 2 Number of Columns 2 _ of the array display wall 3 Projector Row 1 Identifies the location 4 Projector Column 4 of the current projector 5 Projector ID 01 Current projector 6 Resize Presets EXAMPLE of a 2X2 Column Row Figure 3 26 Tiling Setup NUMBER OF ROWS amp NUMBER OF COL Enter the total number of rows and columns in the display wall by adjusting the slidebar for each of these menu items See Figure 3 26 PROJECTOR ROW amp PROJECTOR COL Enter the specific row and column number for the current projector Although you can identify projectors in any pattern in a wall it is common to 3 20 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 3 Operation start numbering in the top left corner this display will be 1 1 and work across and down until you reach the bottom right corner See Figure 3 26 PROJECTOR ID This is a read only item that shows the ID of the projector for which you are defining its location in the Tiling Setup menu See Figure 3 26 item 5 RESIZE PRESETS This is the same option that appears in the Size and Position menu It appears again here for convenience Figure 3 27 sh
55. de even though the image turns to black and most functions are disabled To leave standby press Et or NOTE The POWER LED is illuminated red MENU Press to display the Main menu A list of several options appears for access to specific functions such as Configuration or Image Settings Press again or xt to exit all menus and return to presentation level ENTER Press to select a highlighted item 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 ARROW KEYS Ger gt The arrow keys have a variety of functions depending on the situation The most common uses are described below e Use the Nor to move through the options in a menu or submenu e Use or to change a slidebar value hold as desired for continuous adjustment CONTRAST Press to change the amount of white in your images Use lt 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 become white i e are crushed Conversely low contrast causes dim images See Image Settings BRIGHTNESS Press to increase or decrease the amount of black in the image Use and until you reach the desired level of contrast for best results start high and decrease so that dark areas do not become black i e are c
56. e at site Thus projectors should closely color match following installation Only minor adjustment should be required Use the procedure below to ensure you achieve a uniform display When matching screens in a display wall do the following NOTES 1 It is recommended that you begin this procedure with all projectors at the same power level 100W recommended setting 2 Look at the center of the screen when performing this procedure 3 A color meter can be used but is not required to successfully perform this procedure 4 Color matches are optimized for graphic sources If using video sources with over adjusted primary colors you may notice a slight posterized or banded effect in images 5 It is recommended that you look at the white color temperature again after installing a new lamp Step 1 Preliminary Setup 1a Setup and optimize all projector settings Optimize projector settings without trying to match color temperature or perceived light output at this point E g Adjust size position and geometry 1b Assign projector ID numbers Make sure each projector is assigned a unique 2 digit number This allows you to switch between communicating to one projector or all projectors 1c Display a 16 step grey scale test pattern with black on the left and white on the right with 16 equal sized levels and run the Auto Input Level option NOTE Test patterns are provided on the CD found in the User s Kit 3 26 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67
57. e color and intensity of one screen must precisely match all other adjacent screens to create a seamless image Primary color adjustments affect all sources Refer to Matching Colors of Multiple Projectors for a step by step procedure on adjusting primary colors RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 21 Section 3 Operation Diagnostics amp Service Select this submenu to access various internal test patterns and or freeze the displayed image for diagnostic and setup purposes TEST PATTERN Nine internal test patterns are available from this menu You can highlight and press to select a desired test pattern or you can cycle through the available patterns using the direct key on the keypad For each key press made another test pattern appears The name of the test pattern is displayed in the top left corner When Off is selected no test pattern displays NOTES 1 If you previously used to select a test pattern and again wanted to use the direct key to access another pattern It will begin cycling through the patterns from where you previously left off 2 Some menu items are not available when an internal test pattern is displayed such as Auto Setup Unavailable menu items are in yellow text Diagnostics and Service 1 Test Pattern 1 Off 2 Freeze Allowed 2 Checker 3 Freeze Image 3 Gray 16 4 Gray 32 5 White TIP When setting up Gray multiple displays use 7 Bl
58. e fans have turned off e Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp Handle the lamp by its housing only Intense heat can accumulate in areas where fingerprints exist creating hotspots and a potential safety hazard Wearing clean cotton gloves and handling the lamp by its housing will prevent getting fingerprints on the glass surface To replace a lamp do the following NOTE The graphics used to illustrate the lamp removal procedure show the PHM module only The PHM does not require removal from the mounting tray to perform this procedure 4 4 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting STEP 1 Power down the projector and unplug Press to turn the projector off Allow the fans to stop before unplugging it from the AC outlet WARNINGS It is recommended that you allow the lamp to cool for approximately 5 minutes before removing it from the lamp module STEP 2 Access the lamp module a Loosen the 2 screws securing the lamp door to the side of the PHM module Figure 4 1 Loosen 2 screws Figure 4 1 b Swing the lamp door open Figure 4 2 NOTE The lamp door is hinged to the base of the module Swing lamp door open Figure 4 2 STEP 3 Remove the lamp WARNINGS Do not touch the glass surface of the lamp when removed from the lamp module Set it aside for proper disposal once it has cooled down Keep lamp level when removing from
59. e 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 videotape machines Analog video can generate a large number of colors The ratio of the width of an image to its height 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 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
60. ease so that dark areas do not become black i e are crushed Conversely high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images For best results keep close to 128 for graphics mid range value The value will differ for video sources SHORT CUT Press and adjust the slidebar Pixel Phase This is the same option that appears in the Size and Position menu and can be adjusted in the same manner Color Setup From the Color Setup submenu you can access options that will have an effect on the color of the displayed image such as Color saturation Tint Detail Gamma and Color Temperature These options are only available for video sources See Figure 3 11 Color Setup 1 Color 428 P 2 Tint 128 3 Detail 2 4 Gamma 5 Select Color Temperature Figure 3 11 Color Setup Menu COLOR Color adjusts the color saturation level or the amount of color in a video image When set to 0 the image appears black and white and when set too high the colors appear unrealistic Use O and to adjust Color until the desired saturation level is displayed NOTE This option is only available when using a video source TINT Tint adjusts color hue to obtain true color reproduction of NTSC video signals or HDTV signals Use lt and until the desired balance or red to green is displayed in your image Tint is only available when an external 3 12 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Sectio
61. escription amp Condition AC off Projector OFF AC on Ped In stand by AC on Green ed Projector power ON but lamp not AC on Green Green Green Projector ON Flashing Green Off Projector in cool Entering Red down mode after Stand by powering down Mode Red Off Off After 30 seconds the fan stops and the projector returns to stand by 6 Axis Adjuster gt You can correct the geometry of a displayed image by adjusting the uniquely designed 6 axis adjustment mechanism The PHM can be mounted to this mechanism in a lens horizontal 0 degree or a lens vertical 90 degree orientation The mechanism which is manually adjusted can be adjusted to correct any geometric misalignment between the projector and the screen Typically this mechanism only requires adjustment during the initial setup of the projector Adjustments can be locked in place to avoid tampering and the need for re adjustment The 6 axis adjuster and EM are mounted to a welded frame called the mounting tray The purpose of this tray is to keep the modules together and makes the installation process easy It can be installed on any sturdy flat surface as long as all four mounting points are used to secure it in place Refer to the separate Installation Guide provided in the User s Kit for installation instructions and how to adjust the 6 axis adjuster NOTE A Do not ceiling mount this projector 3 2 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX6
62. ess to display one of the available test patterns Press again to display the next available pattern in the sequence Press Exit to stop cycling through the internal test patterns and return to presentation level NOTE You can also access test patterns from the Diagnostics and Service menu Select Test Patterns and from the drop down list highlight the test pattern you want to display Press to select STATUS Press to display the current status information of the projector FREEZE Use this key to freeze and unfreeze the image This key is only functional if enabled through the Diagnostics and Service menu DISPLAY Use to toggle the on screen display on or off INPUT KEYS Press one of the following keys Nc vea piGirat svipEo to select the input you want to display RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 5 Section 3 Operation Navigating the Menus gt Most of the controls for the projector are accessed from within the projector s menu system The Main Menu is accessible by pressing the key on the remote keypad This menu is accessible at any time during operation From it you can access various other submenus with related functions Press and highlight one of the 7 options Press to make selection Main Menu Size and Position Image Settings Input Setup Configuration Lamp Status Auto Setup mesi Co a Figure 3 2 Accessing the Main Menu To select a submenu use the k
63. ete e ea 4 8 S I Specifications usines eene SEE anun anus RS RES S MIN 5 1 AC CHOSSANY A 1 B Acceptable Signal 1 C Keypad Reference ne beret etre ti rH eterne hein etiam C 1 D Serial Communication Cables D 1 Meni bis eases sacs ua munaa waqasa saq qasata ees ERE E 1 N CHKISTIE NOTE Due to constant research the information in this manual is subject to change without notice 1 1 Overview Section 1 Introduction The GraphXMASTER X series includes the RPMX 100U 38 GFX101 xx CX50 100U 38 GFX003 xx CX60 100U 38 GFX004 xx and CX67 100U 38 GFX005 xx All of these products are based on single chip DLP Digital Light Processing technology with XGA resolution The RPMX 100U Rear Projection Module is specially designed for rear screen projection This purpose built projector has a flexible mounting base which allows it to be fitted with a variety of mounting systems in either a 0 degree or 90 degree configuration The 6 axis adjuster also allows for precise geometric alignment with the screen an important featured especially for rear screen tiling applications The CX50 CX60 and CX67 100U display cubes are an ideal choice for the demanding 24 7 control and operations center The CX display cube offers the same alignment features as the RPM
64. evels 4 Gamma 7 White Boost 5 Select Color Temperature 1 Auto Video Options 2 NTSC 1 Video Standards 3 NTSC44 2 Input Video Black 4 PAL 5 PAL M Input Levels 6 PAL NC 1 Auto Input Levels T PAL 60 2 Black Level R 8 SECAM 3 Black Level G 4 Black Level B 1 OIRE 5 Input Drive R 2 7 5IRE z 6 Input Drive G Main Menu 1 Size and Position T Input Drive B 2 Image Settings 3 Input Setup InBRESSEIB 1 Analog BNC 4 Configuration 1 Input Select 2 Analog VGA 5 Lamp 2 Mode Memory Status 3 Digital DVI 6 Status 4 Composite 7 Auto Setup h 5 S Video 1 Front 2 Rear 3 Inverted Front 4 Inverted Rear 1 English 2 Francais 3 Espanol Configuration 4 Deutsch Menu Preferences 5 5 Italiano 1 Menu H Positi 4 Image Orientation 6 Chinese emensus ton 2 Language 2 Menu V Position 3 Menu Preference 4 Communication Communication 5 Tiling Setup 1 Baud Rate 6 Color and Uniformity Tiling Setup 2 Projector ID T Diagnostics amp Service 1 Number of Rows 2 Number of Columns Select Color Temperature 3 Projector Row 4 1 3200K 4 Projector Column d 2 5400K 5 Projector ID 6 Resize Presets S Galil 4 9300K 1 Red 5 User1 2 Green Color and Uniformity 6 User2 3 Blue 1 Color Temperature 1 Enable 2 Adjust Primary Colors CSC Adjust Primary Colors 2i Disable 1 APC Enable Diagnostics and Service n 2 Red Primary 1 Lamp J 1 TestPattern 3 Green Primary Red Primary 1 L
65. eys to highlight the desired option and press Enter Alternatively press the key for the item you want once it s highlighted press Enter Once you have a submenu displayed navigate in a similar manner use the or keys to highlight another option and press to select Items that are locked out or do not pertain to the current action appear in yellow text and cannot be selected NOTES 1 If there is no signal present the menus are inaccessible 2 The Status menu is read only When finished with a submenu do one of the following e Press to return to the previous screen e Press twice or then X to return to presentation level Adjusting Slidebars 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 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 3 6 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 3 Adjusting an Image Section 3 Operation DIRECT SLIDEBARS There are a set of direct keys available on the keypad that allow you to quickly access often used slidebars without having to travel the menu system For example simply press to immediately display the same contrast slidebar as if selected from the Image Settings
66. gnal then select the relevant standard from the selection list Figure 3 14 Selecting a Video Standard INPUT VIDEO BLACK This control compensates for incoming elevated black levels that are present in certain video signals It ensures that the blacks on screen appear as neither 3 14 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 3 Operation crushed nor excessively elevated By default the projector automatically determines the correct setting according to the type of incoming video signal e OIRE Select this setting for DVD output with enhanced black SECAM most PAL standards and Japanese NTSC e 7 5 IRE Select this setting for most NTSC video signals Video Options 1 Video Standards 1 OIRE gt 2 Input Video Black 2 7 5IRE Figure 3 15 Input Video Black NOTE You can override the setting for some types of video The control is disabled for other types of video and also for graphics sources Input Levels for experienced users only The projector automatically optimizes input levels for all but the most unusual of sources Before attempting an input level adjustment make sure brightness and color temperature settings are properly set It is also recommended that you keep the White Boost option OFF 0 Input Levels TIP For Auto Input Levels to run correctly use a 16 step grey scale 1 Auto Input Levels test patter
67. icable NOTE The projector s serial number is printed on the license label affixed to the mounting tray You can also register your product on line by visiting www christiedigital com gt Service and Support gt Product Registration This will keep you in touch with all the latest product information such as updates technical bulletins downloads and Christie newsletters RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 1 3 Section 2 Source Setup Introduction 2 1 Source Connections RGBHV 5 BNCs gt This section provides details on how to connect various external sources to the projector All connections are made to the main input panel of the Electronics Module EM It is recommended that you connect your sources before powering up the projector The top input interface provides 5 BNC connectors for connecting to a variety of sources such as VGA SVGA XGA SXGA 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 To properly connect RGB sources use the table and illustration below Figure 2 1 5 BNC Connectors RGB Source Outputs Red Green Blue HorlComp y y y y y sync on green composite sync y y y y y y separate horizontal and y vertical sync NOTE Connect the Sync BNC inputs first Connect RGB and SYNC sources
68. irect keys for 4 Composite quick input selection 5 S Video Figure 3 18 Selecting an Input Mode Memory Status This read only window displays the current information on the incoming signal such as source resolution and horizontal and vertical frequencies Figure 3 19 Input Setup EMINUS IR SrcID IN Mode H per Htal HF VF 2 Mode Memory Status D DVI XGA60 2068 1344 48 59 Read only window x that identifies Source Signal Resolution Frequencies Figure 3 19 Mode Memory Status RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 17 Section 3 Operation Configuration gt From the Configuration menu you can access various options and submenus that allow you to customize how you view and use your projector such as menu location and language You can also assign a projector ID number and define its location in a multiple display wall Other options provide you with the ability to adjust primary colors and select various internal test patterns Configuration Image Orientation Language Menu Preference Communication Tiling Setup Color and Uniformity Diagnostics amp Service al Gp Gal RES Figure 3 20 Configuration Menu Image Orientation Select this option if you want to change the orientation of the image so that it suits your application For example selecting Inverted Rear from this menu flips and inverts the image so that it views correctly in a rear screen applica
69. l have an empty OUT connector Figure 2 8 2 4 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 2 2 Serial Port Connections If using a computer gt Section 2 Source Setup m ER S Video OUT m IN There are two 9 pin DIN connectors on the input panel dedicated to serial communication These connectors allow you to connect your projector to an external controlling device with a serial interface such as a personal computer for the purpose of communicating without having to use the keypad S Video Source Figure 2 8 S Video Loop Through SINGLE PROJECTOR Connection Using the appropriate serial communication cable see Appendix D connect the controlling device PC to the serial port labeled RS 232 IN Figure 2 9 PC Em e B RS232 IN RS232 OU A UART From computer or another projector Projector Figure 2 9 Single Projector Connection and Communication Schematic MULTIPLE PROJECTORS Connection When connecting multiple projectors in a network use an appropriate serial communication cable Appendix D and connect the controlling device PC to the RS 232 IN connector of the first projector in the
70. lamp module to prevent damaging the terminal block Do not touch the surface of the optical integrator Fingerprints or scratches can damage this optical component a Turn the lock ring to the OPEN position Figure 4 3 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 4 5 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Turn lock ring to OPEN position Figure 4 3 b Firmly grasp the lamp module and pull straight out Keep the lamp level when doing this so that it easily disconnects from the terminal block Figure 4 4 Disconnect lamp from terminal block terminal block Figure 4 4 STEP 4 Install a new lamp a Slide the new lamp into the lamp module so it fully connects into the terminal block b Turn the lock ring to the LOCK position STEP 5 Close lamp door and record new lamp serial number a Swing the lamp door up and re tighten the 2 screws loosened in Step 2 b Plug the projector back into the AC outlet and power it up to continue with operation c Reset lamp hours and enter a new serial number using the serial command LPC For example LPC AAAA123456789 NOTE You can enter a serial number up to 13 characters maximum See also 3 4 The Lamp Menu in Section 3 4 6 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 4 4 Projection Lens Focus Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The projection lens can be adjusted to focus a displayed image Typically the p
71. lug 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 A NOTE The power cord supplied with the projector is approved for North American use only An appropriately rated power cord with IEC320 type plug is required for European and other countries 4 2 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Ventilation gt Servicing gt A 4 2 Cleaning and Maintenance Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Slots and vents in the projector provide ventilation Never block or cover these openings This ensures reliable operation of the projector and prevents overheating Do not place the projector over a radiator or heat register The projector should not be placed in an enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided Do not poke objects into the ventilation openings of the projector 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 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
72. ly in Europe China and some South American and African countries The smallest discernible element of data from a computer generated image The phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to incoming data The frequency of the pixel sampling clock 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 The maximum number of pixels that the projector can display horizontally and vertic
73. menu The following direct slidebars are available e Contrast e Brightness Use the arrow keys to adjust a direct slidebar or press and enter a specific number from the keypad then amp or to save or to cancel When you are done press xt to save and return to your presentation DOUBLE SLIDEBARS position ice QE T TEN lt H Position 100 4 Jor p In double slidebars such as position 1 V Position 30 NOS os see Figure 3 3 adjust the top sidebar with or as desired When you Figure 3 3 Using Double Slidebars have finished with the top slidebar whether changed or not adjust the bottom slidebar with C5 When you are done press to return to your presentation For fast continuous adjustments hold down the desired arrow key The following double sidebars are available e H Position or V Position e Pixel Tracking or Phase There are two menus from which you can access most of the options required to make an image adjustment Size and Position and Image Settings Both of these items are accessible from the Main menu To select one of these menus from your presentation press ten and using the arrow keys highlight the menu you want to access and press to make the selection In the same manner use the arrow keys to highlight an option you wish to access and possibly change its current setting Instead of traveling through
74. n 3 Operation test pattern is displayed NOTES 1 This option is only available when using a video source 2 This option is not available when using an internal test pattern DETAIL Detail adjusts the sharpness of the video image Use O or until the display is as sharp as possible keeping in mind that any level of detail above 3 default increases the level of detail as well as introduce some level 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 NOTE This option is only available when using a video source GAMMA The Gamma option affects the shape of the curve determining what gray shades are available for a given amount of signal input between minimum black and maximum white Different curves can improve performance for certain kinds of source input and applications Generally the best gamma curve is one that produces maximum contrast brightness and color performance for the current signal and ambient lighting conditions There are four preset gamma curves to choose from They are Photographic Enhanced Photographic Enhanced Graphics Video or Max Brightness See Figure 3 12 NOTE The option that appears highlighted in the list of preset gamma curves is the current gamma curve applied to the incoming signal Color Setup 1 Color 128 2 Tint 128 3 Detail 2 4 Gamma Gamma 5 Select Color Temp 1 Photographic
75. n with black on the left 2 Black Level R 2 and white on the right nen pide E Press ENTER to start Auto Input ove Levels The blacklevels and 5 InputDriveR 128 input drive levels will change 6 InputDriveG 128 automatically when complete 7 Input DriveB 128 Figure 3 16 Input Levels Good RGB or input levels that is the drives and black levels for each of the three colors red green and blue ensure that images from analog sources other than decoded video have maximum contrast without crushing black or white By default and when performing an Auto Setup from the Main menu the projector automatically determines the best input levels by monitoring image content and adjusting the controls appropriately Typically further adjustment is not required in order to obtain proper black or whites AUTO INPUT LEVELS The Auto Input Levels option is useful when an unusual source is used that may require further color temperature and or input level adjustment For the Auto Input Level feature to work you must use a 16 step grey scale test pattern with black on the left and white on the right With this option highlighted press and wait for the six remaining values in the menu to stabilize indicating the process is complete Figure 3 16 NOTE It is recommended Contrast and Brightness settings remain at their default when adjusting Auto Input Levels RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 15 Section 3 O
76. nces MENU H POSITION Adjust this slidebar to move the menu from left to right The higher the value the further right the menu will move MENU V POSITION Adjust this slidebar to move the menu from top to bottom The higher the value the lower the menu will appear on screen NOTE The menu moves across the screen as adjustments are being made The position of the menu is saved upon exiting the menu Communication Select Communication to view a submenu where you can select a baud rate or assign a projector ID number Figure 3 24 Communication Preset values 1 BaudRate _ 19200 lt 1200 2400 4800 2 Projector ID 01 9600 19200 Figure 3 24 Communication Menu BAUD RATE Selecting a Baud Rate determines the speed of communication to and from the projector By default the projector is set to19200 It is important that the correct speed is selected when you are controlling the projector with an external device such as a computer or another projector via an RS 232 port You must set the projector s baud rate at these ports to match the baud rate of the controlling device If you are unsure about what baud rate to choose refer to the documentation for the device you re using Use the lt and arrow keys to select and automatically apply one of the preset baud rates 1200 2400 4800 9600 or 19200 When using multiple projectors in a network set all projectors with the same baud rate to prevent
77. on when the projector is first turned on e Liquid has been spilled into the projector e 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 deteriorated A WARNING Do not attempt to service the projector yourself All servicing must be performed by CHRISTIE qualified service technicians Use replacement parts that are manufacturer approved only Use of any other part other than the ones specified by the manufacturer can result in fire electric shock or risk of personal injury and irreparable equipment damage The projector itself requires little or no cleaning if it is operated in an environmentally controlled environment However if you find that the projector may need some cleaning based on its performance call a qualified service technician The table below provides cleaning instruction for those items on the projector that may require periodic cleaning A WARNING Always power down and unplug the projector before any cleaning or servicing RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 4 3 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4 3 Replacing Keypad gt keypad works on 2 AA size alkaline batteries Periodically these batteries Batteries Lamp Replacement require replacement To replace batteries 1 Turn the keypad over to access the small battery compartment cover 2
78. ong the line of reflection 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 1 lux 1 lumen square meter 0 093 foot candles RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual A 3 Appendix A Glossary Menu NTSC Video Optical Screen PAL Video Pixel Pixel Phase Pixel Tracking Presentation Level Projector to Screen Distance Protocol Pull down List Rear Screen Resizing Resolution lens Resolution projector Retrace Time Horizontal Rise Time Y 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 primari
79. or stretched 1 The frequency of the pixel sampling clock is incorrect for the current source 2 Size and Position options may be adjusted incorrectly for the incoming source The image appears to drift from good to bad and visa versa 1 The operating temperature of the projector may be fluctuating Watch that the projector is not located too close to heating air conditioning vents 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 1 You may have accidentally pressed the key on the keypad Press again or press xt to cancel the function RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 4 9 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Symptom gt The display is not sharp or clean CAUSEIPEMED Y 1 More display adjustments may be required focus brightness contrast pixel tracking and pixel phase 2 If you are using a BNC T connector try using a distribution amplifier to boost signal levels 3 The source input signal may be of low quality Try another source Symptom gt Colors in the display are inaccurate SOU SEIREMERYS 1 The color gamma and color temperature settings may require adjustment Review all settings 2 Check cable connections Make sure red is red etc Symptom gt The display is noisy SAURE REMER 1 Display adjustment may be required Adjust pixel tracking and phase for
80. orizontal keystone 3 3 from nominal 1 4 Pitch vertical keystone 5 5 from nominal 1 4 Roll image tilt 5 5 from nominal 1 4 Adjuster s nominal position is factory set 5 2 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 5 Specifications Viewing Angle gt FOR CX50 100U Horizontal 38 degrees 2 0 degrees to half gain Vertical 9 5 degrees 1 0 degrees FOR CX60 100U Horizontal 25 degrees 3 0 degrees Vertical 9 degrees 1 0 degrees FOR CX67 100U Horizontal 35 degrees 3 0 degrees Vertical 35 degrees 3 0 degrees Power Requirements gt Voltage range 100 240 VAC Line frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz nominal Inrush current 65A max 120V 135A max 240V Current rating 2 5A 100V typical 1 05A Lamps gt Lens gt Environmental Conditions gt 240V typical Power consumption 250W 100V maximum 250W 240V maximum Type 120W UHP Power user selectable 100W 120W Warm up to full brightness 5 minutes Operating position full rotation allowed about the lamp axis 0 8 1 short throw Image size range 40 to 70 diagonal Operating Temperature 10 C to 35 C Humidity for RPMX 20 to 90 for CX50 CX60 25 to 6596 for CX67 40 to 60 Altitude 0 to 4000 meters 10 C to 35 C for CX67 0 to 3000 meters 17 C to 31 C Non operating Temperature 20 to 60 C Humidity for RPMX 20 to 95 for CX50 CX60 20 to 65 for CX67 35 to 65 Altitude for RPMX 0 to 15
81. ows the tiling presets available when an array is defined using the items in the Tiling Setup menu Tiling Setup 1 Number of Rows 2 1 Default 2 Number of Columns 2 2 No Resizing 3 Projector Row 1 3 Full Screen 4 Projector Column 1 4 Full Width 5 Projector ID 01 5 Full Height gt 6 Resize Presets 6 Anamorphic 7 Tiled Full Screen Menu expands to include additional options when 8 Tiled Full Width an array greater than 1 x 1 9 Tiled Full Height is defined in Tiling Setup 0 Tiled Anamorphic in Configurations menu Figure 3 27 Expanded Options in Resize Presets Color and Uniformity Select this submenu to access Color Temperature and Adjust Primary Colors CSC options Color and Uniformity 1 Color Temperature 2 Adjust Primary Colors CSC Figure 3 28 COLOR TEMPERATURE Select the Color Temperature option if you want to apply alter or add a color temperature The Select Color Temperature window appears this same window appears when selected from Image Settings gt Color Setup gt Select Color Temperature Refer to select color temperature on page 3 13 for details on how to apply a preset color temperature or create a custom one ADJUST PRIMARY COLORS Select Adjust Primary Colors CSC to access options for setting up primary colors and intensity This is particularly important in multiple screen installations where th
82. peration BLACK LEVELS amp INPUT DRIVES An experienced user can manually adjust the black levels and input drives for a source that exhibits high black levels By adjusting the slidebars here you can refine the image source input levels NOTE Input levels are of limited use with digital signals To check an image and manually adjust black levels and input drives 1 Make sure overall Contrast and Brightness in Image Settings are both set close to mid range Check the color temperature setup using an external 16 step grey scale test pattern with black on the left and white on the right Make sure you are using an analog source input levels are not applicable for digital sources or sources going through a decoder If the blacks and or whites of an image appear okay input levels do not need adjustment If the 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 Initialize Auto Input Levels and wait for all 6 values to stabilize Alternatively do not use the Auto Input Levels option and instead reduce black levels manually Judge by eye and change one or more of the six levels as necessary to obtain proper blacks and whites IMPORTANT Do not use Input Levels to adjust color temperature This will distort Contrast and Brightness settings as well as Color Temperature 3 16 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Input
83. r to the right SHORT CUT Press and adjust top slidebar V Position Use this option to move the image up or down SHORT CUT Press and adjust bottom slidebar Use the options in the mage Settings menu to alter the image for brightness contrast etc Options that are not available will appear in yellow text Any changes made to the option under this menu are immediately applied and saved upon exiting the menu Figure 3 10 Image Settings 1 Contrast 128 2 Brightness 128 3 PixelPhase 31 4 Color Setup 5 Video Options 6 Input Levels T White Boost 10 IEE Figure 3 10 Image Settings Menu RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 3 11 Section 3 Operation Contrast Select Contrast when you want to increase or decrease the perceived difference between light and dark areas of your image 0 255 If contrast is set too high the light parts of the image loses detail and clarity If the value is set too low the light areas will not be as bright as they could be and the resulting image will appear dim Start low and increase so that whites remain bright but are not distorted or tinted and that light areas do not become white i e are crushed For best results keep close to 128 for graphics mid range value SHORT CUT Press and adjust the slidebar Brightness Select Brightness when you want to increase or decrease the amount of black in the image 0 255 Start high and decr
84. ribed 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 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 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 It is caused when the screen and lens surface are not parallel As the lamp ages the shape of two anodes may changes from two points to a flattened state When this occurs the arc jumps across the gap from varying points This is seen as image flicker NOTE Lamp flicker can occur at any time in the lamps life The length of time over which flicker may occur varies considerably and unpredictably This behavior is inherent in UHP lamps 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 al
85. rojection lens only requires focusing during the installation and setup of the projector A Do not look directly into the projection lens when adjusting for focus For RPMX 38 GFX101 01 CX67 38 GFX005 01 Figure 4 5 1 Loosen the lock screw C on the lock ring A 2 Loosen the lock ring A until the lens barrel B can easily be turned 3 Turn the lens barrel B clockwise and or counter clockwise until the image on the screen appears clear 4 Re tighten the lock ring to lock the focus adjustment B lens barrel 5 Re tighten the lock screw to prevent possible tampering with the focus Figure 4 5 adjustment For CX50 38 GFX003 02 05 06 CX60 38 GFX004 02 CX67 38 GFX005 06 07 RPMX 38 GFX101 02 or higher 1 Loosen the lock screw on the barrel of the lens Figure 4 6 top 2 Grasping the lock screw slide it to the left and right until the desired focus is achieved Figure 4 6 bottom 3 Tighten the lock screw to lock the focus adjustment Figure 4 6 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 4 7 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4 5 Troubleshooting Use the following as a guide in identifying general operating problems the cause and how they can be corrected Most of these problems can be corrected by a user and do not require the assistance of a qualified technician Problems that are more technically related do require the attention of a qualified technician These
86. rough From your source connect a composite video source signal to the Composite IN RCA jack Take a second cable and connect it from the empty RCA jack labeled Composite OUT to the Composite IN connector of the next projector Continue connecting projectors in this manner the last projector will have an empty Composite OUT connector Figure 2 6 Composite OUT m IN Composite IN Composite Source Composite OUT m IN Figure 2 6 Composite Video Loop Through S Video gt gt Connect a S Video source to the S Video IN connector on the input panel Leave the OUT connector empty unless you want to loop the S Video signal through to the next display device Figure 2 7 o EE E o QUT T Digital DVI Link L IN gt 69 e elle Figure 2 7 Connecting S Video Sources S Video Loop Through To loop the incoming S Video signal to another projector or display device use the empty connector adjacent to S Video IN connector labeled From your source connect a S Video source signal to the S Video IN connector Connect a second cable from the empty S Video OUT connector to the S Video IN connector of the next projector Continue this looping method for each projector the last projector wil
87. rushed Conversely high brightness changes black to dark gray causing washed out images See mage Settings 3 4 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 3 Operation PROJECTOR Press to access options for communication with a specific projector or all projectors within a network All Projectors You can toggle the setting for this option using the key Set All Projectors to YES if you have a single stand alone unit or want to enable broadcast control to multiple projectors in a network In this case when you send a command using the IR keypad all projectors will respond Projector ID This option is not selectable when All Projectors is set to YES When NO is selected you can choose which projector in the network you want exclusive communication with by entering the two digit projector ID number Refer to 3 7 Using Multiple Projectors for more details PIXEL Press to access the pixel tracking and pixel phase double slidebar Adjust pixel tracking first use lt 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 Size and Position for a complete explanation of tracking and phase POSITION Press to move the image using the double slidebar Use G and to move the image left or right use and to move the image up or down TEST Pr
88. sed primarily in France SECAM Sequential Couleur M moire 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 See also Input See Channel A signal selector that can be connected to a projector for the purpose of adding more sources This term refers to the part of the video signal that is used to stabilize the picture Sync can occur in three forms e Composite sync the horizontal and vertical components are together on one cable e Sync on green the sync is part of the green video e Separate sync or H SYNC and V SYNC the horizontal and vertical components of the sync are on two separate cables The duration of each sync pulse generated by a computer The sync width is part of the blanking time A type of RGB video with digital characteristics The distance between the front feet of the projector and the screen Also called Projector to Screen Distance Always use the correct Christie throw distance formula to calculate the proper throw distance 3596 required for your lens Balance of red to green necessary for realistic representation of NTSC signals RPMX CX50 CX60
89. structions marked on the projector Instructions gt Projector Location gt 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 equilateral triangle alerts the user to uninsulated dangerous voltage within the projector s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock Read all operating instructions prior to using the projector 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 eun swimming pool Do not operate in extremely humid environments e Do not place the projector on an unstable cart stand or table A YAS projector and cart combination should be used with care Sudden RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 4 1 Section 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the projector and cart combination to overturn Lamp gt projector is designed to operate with a 120W UHP lamp A lamp that has reached the end of its life or has failed should be replaced with a good lamp as soon as possible WARNING Turn off the projector before replacing a lamp Wait approximately 5 minutes to allow the lamp to cool before removing
90. 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 2 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Help Screen Horizontal Frequency Horizontal Offset Hot Spot Input Input Signal Interface Interlace Keypad Keystone Lamp Flicker Linearity Line of Best Viewing Loopthrough Loopthru Lumen Lux Y Appendix A Glossary 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 A physical connection route for a source signal desc
91. ther projectors even internal test patterns NOTES 1 When looping a DVI input signal all projectors will display the same data from that one source 9 2 E Hs US Anan o EEE AEE Do ERE Eur 1 b ey To next projector From computer or previous projector Figure 2 3 Connecting a Digital Video Input Signal 2 2 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 2 Source Setup DVI DVI OUT m IN OUT m IN 2 Gy Figure 2 4 Loop Digital Video Input Signals Composite Video gt Connect a composite video input to the Composite RCA jack labeled IN The jack adjacent to it is left empty unless you want to loop the composite video signal through to the next display device Figure 2 5 1 LI z Ye I Analog e or E o p U git ANALOG VGA o ojo our kes From Composite Video source Figure 2 5 Connecting Composite Video Sources RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 2 3 Section 2 Source Setup Composite Video Loop Th
92. tion where a first surface optical mirror is used The default setting is Rear applicable for all direct rear screen applications Front Rear Inverted Front Inverted Rear a 3 21 Language Select this option if you want to view the menus in a different language The default is English Highlight an option and press to select All menus selected after this will appear in the chosen language Figure 3 22 Configuration 1 Image Orientation gt 2 Language 3 Menu Preference 1 English 4 Communication 2 Francais 5 Tiling Setup 3 Espanol 6 Colorand Uniformity 4 Deutsch 7 Diagnostics amp Service 5 Italiano 6 Chinese Figure 3 22 3 18 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Section 3 Operation Menu Preference Select this option when you want the menus to appear in a different location on the screen By default the menus appear in the top left corner of the screen You can adjust the menu location vertically and horizontally by selecting and adjusting the slidebars as described below Figure 3 23 Configuration 1 Image Orientation Default Top left corner 0 value gt Menu Preferences Menu Preferen Communication 1 MenuH Position 0 5 Tiling Setup 2 MenuV Position 0 6 Color and Uniformity 7 Diagnostics amp Service Figure 3 23 Menu Prefere
93. uble 3 7 Source Connections 2 1 RGB 2 1 Specifications 5 1 Standby Key 3 4 Status Key 3 5 S Video 2 4 Loop Through 2 4 Sync Def and types 5 System Status 3 24 System Warning 3 28 T Test Key 3 5 Test Pattern 3 22 Tiling Setup Menu 3 20 Tint 3 12 Troubleshooting 4 8 V Vertical Position 3 11 Vertical Stretch 3 0 Video Options Video Input Black 3 14 Video Standard 3 14 W White Boost 3 17
94. ware e Hardware for mounting cube e Mounting bracket for lens to cube and cube to pedestal vertical configuration e Label for lens vertical configuration Each projector display system is provided with a User s Kit which includes components required in the setup and maintenance of the projector Ensure you have received the following components in the User s Kit User s Manual Installation Guide IR remote keypad with 2 AA batteries Assorted ball drivers for adjusting projection lens and adjuster CD includes test patterns for color matching NOTE Additional User s Kits can be purchased reference CHRISTIE 38 804828 01 for RPMX and 38 804829 02 for CX50 CX60 CX67 when ordering 1 2 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual 1 3 Purchase Record and Servicing Section 1 Introduction 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 If you encounter any problems with the projector and require assistance contact your dealer or Christie Fill out the information in the table below and keep with your records for future reference Purchase Record Dealer Dealer Phone Number Projector Serial Number Purchase Date Installation Date if appl
95. y 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 is 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 bypasses the video decoder in this projector See YPbPr 6 RPMX CX50 CX60 CX67 User s Manual Appendix B Acceptable Signal Types Format Type Mode H V Input Sync Scan Type Input Freq Freq Resolution polarity Terminal NTSC RGBHV NTSC 15 734 59 94 N N Interlaced RGB IN PAL SECAM RGBHV PAL 15 625 50 00 N N Interlaced RGB IN HDTV RGBHV HDTV 33 75 60 00 N N Interlaced RGB IN NEC PC98 Std 56Hz NEC24k 24 82 55 90 640X400 N N Non Interlaced RGB IN VGA Graphics 350 lines TEXT70 31 47 70 09 640X350 P N Non Interlaced RGB IN 70Hz VGA Graphics 400 TEXT70 31 47 70 09 640X400 N P Non Interlaced RGB IN Lines 70Hz VGA Text 350 Lines 70Hz TEXT70 31 47 70 09 720X350 P N Non Interlaced RGB IN VGA Text 400 Lines 970Hz TEXT70 31 47 70 09 720X400 N P Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 640X350 85Hz TEXT 85 37 861 85 08 640X350 P N Non Interlaced RGB IN VESA 640X400 85Hz TEXT 85 37 861

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