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    Connect the Line Cord 
     The North American-rated line cord is provided with each projector. Ensure 
    that you are using a line cord, socket and power plug that meets the 
    appropriate local rating standards.
     
    Plug the line cord to the AC receptacle located on the right hand side of the projector 
    and the three-pronged end into a grounded AC outlet. Ensure the socket outlet is 
    installed near the equipment and is easily accessible. The input voltage to the 
    projector must be capable of 100 – 240 VAC in 500W and 1000W models and 200-
    240 VAC in 1200W models. (See also Section 6 – Specifications for complete details 
    on all power requirements.) 
    Use the approved North American-rated line cord supplied with the projector.  If you 
    are connecting to an area outside of North America ensure an appropriately rated line 
    cord is used. 
    Turn the Projector ON 
    Press the 
     POWER button on either the remote or built-in keypad to turn the 
    projector on. Wait a few minutes to allow the projector to warm up. The LED status 
    window displays an active pattern of segments to indicate the projector is changing its 
    state from powered down to powered up. The message “On” appears in the display 
    when the projector has completed its initialization and is ready for use. 
    Select a Source 
    Press one of the input keys on the remote or built-in keypad to select and display the 
    image for the source you connected in Step 3.  
    Adjust Image 
    Adjust the more common image settings, such as Brightness, Contrast, Gamma, 
    Focus, Zoom etc. using the direct keys on the IR remote.  
     
    You can also access the menu system and adjust these and other image settings by 
    pressing 
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    Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether 
    you are installing a projector temporarily or permanently you should take the 
    following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally. 
    Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor 
    mount or inverted mount. 
    Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation 
    ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
    • Easy to set up 
    • Can be moved or changed quickly 
    • Easy to access • Shares floor space with audience 
    Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation 
    ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
    • Does not take up audience space 
    • Projector is unobtrusive 
    • Projector cannot be accidentally moved • Installation is more permanent 
    • It is more difficult to access the projector 
    Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation 
    ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
    • Projector is completely hidden 
    • Projector is easily accessed 
    • Usually good ambient light rejection • Requires separate room 
    • Installation cost is usually higher 
    Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation 
    ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
    • Projector is completely hidden 
    • Usually good ambient light rejection • Requires separate room 
    • Installation cost is usually higher 
    Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror 
    ADVANTAGES CONSIDERATIONS 
    • Projector is completely hidden 
    • Usually good ambient light rejection 
    • Requires less space behind screen than other 
    rear screen installations • Requires separate room 
    • Installation cost is usually higher 
     
    Front Screen Installations 
    In front screen installations the projector and audience are positioned in front of the 
    screen, which can be flat or curved. 
    Flat screens are most recommended with this projector. They offer a gain of about one 
    with a viewing angle just less than 180°. This type of screen reflects incident light 
    equally in all directions so the audience can see the display from various angles.  
    Curved screens have a gain greater than one with a viewing angle much less than 
    180°. This type of screen does not reflect incident light equally in all directions 
    instead it is concentrated in a viewing cone. The audience sitting within the viewing 
    cone area will see a brighter image than those sitting just outside this area.  
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    Rear screen installations 
    There are two basic types of rear screens: diffused and optical.  
    A diffused screen has a surface, which spreads the light striking it. Purely diffused 
    screens have a gain of less than one. The main advantage of the diffused screen is its 
    wide viewing angle, similar to that of a flat screen for front screen projection. This 
    type of screen is suitable when a wide viewing angle is required but there is low 
    ambient room lighting. 
    Optical screens take light from the projector and redirect it to increase the light 
    intensity at the front of the screen. This reduces it in other areas. A viewing cone, 
    similar to that of a curved front screen installation is created. This type of screen is 
    better suited for brightly lit rooms where the audience is situated within the viewing 
    cone.  
    Screen size 
    Choose a screen size, which is appropriate for your lens and application. Keep in mind 
    that if the projector will be used to display text information, the image size must allow 
    the audience to recognize all text clearly. The eye usually sees a letter clearly if eye-
    to-text distance is less than 150 times the height of the letter. Small text located too far 
    from the eye will likely be illegible at a distance no matter how sharply and clearly it 
    is displayed.  
    						
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    To fill a screen with an image, the aspect ratio of the screen should be equal to the 
    aspect ratio of the image (expressed as the ratio of its width to its height). Standard 
    video from a VCR has a 4:3 or 1.33:1 aspect ratio. For example, to display a VCR 
    output with a 4:3 aspect ratio onto a 10-foot (3m) high screen, the width of the screen 
    must be at least 13.3feet (4m). 
    The high brightness of this projector is well suited for locations where ambient 
    lighting might be considered less than ideal for projection. A typical room with ceiling 
    lights and windows rarely requires special attention. Contrast ratio in your images will 
    be noticeably reduced only if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft of 
    light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed 
    out and less vibrant.  
    In general, avoid or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. 
    Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation: 
    • Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the 
    projector away from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in 
    temperature may cause drifts in the projector circuitry, which may affect 
    performance.  
    • Keep the projector away from devices, which radiate electromagnetic energy such 
    as motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors, 
    speakers, power amplifiers, elevators, etc.  
    Choose the best screen size for the application. Since more magnification reduces 
    brightness, use a screen size appropriate for the venue but not larger than required. 
    Installing a large screen in a small room is similar to watching television at a close 
    range; too large a screen can overpower a room and interfere with the overall effect. 
    A good rule of thumb is to be no closer than 1.5 times the width of the screen. 
     
    Throw distance 
    Throw distance is the distance measured from your projector’s front feet to the screen. 
    This is an important calculation in any projector installation as it determines whether 
    or not you have enough room to install your projector with a desired screen size and if 
    your image will be of the right size for your screen.  
    You can quickly estimate the throw distance by taking the horizontal width of the 
    screen and multiplying it by the lens throw ratio. The result of this calculation tells 
    you roughly how far back the projector should be positioned from the screen in order 
    to project a focused image large enough to fill the screen.  For example, using a 0.73:1 
    lens, throw distance would roughly be 0.73 x screen width. 
    IMPORTANT: Once you determine the type of lens and screen size you’re going to 
    use, calculate the precise throw distance using the formula or graphs located in 
    Appendix D. Due to lens manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length, actual throw 
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    Vertical and horizontal position  
    The correct vertical and horizontal position of the projector in relation to the screen 
    depends on the lens type and the screen size. Ideally, the projector should be 
    positioned perpendicular to the screen. This way, the image will appear rectangular 
    instead of keystoned (trapezoidal).  
    The vertical position of the image can be offset – that is moved above or below the 
    optical axis (lens center) by adjusting the fully motorized lens mount with the keypad. 
    The amount of vertical offset available depends directly on the lens installed in the 
    projector and can be slightly limited if horizontal offset has been applied. Vertical 
    offset can also be expressed as the percent of half the image height OR the number of 
    pixels of shift from lens center. Refer to Figure 2.1 for some illustrated examples of 
    vertical offset.  
    Table 2.1 along with Figure 2.2 show the maximum vertical offset of a lens or 
    alternatively, how much of your projected image will appear above or below lens 
    center if the maximum vertical offset is applied using that lens.  
    Table 2.1. Lens Offsets   
    Lens Type Offset Movement 
    (All motorized lenses) 
    						
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    Figure 2.1. Vertical Offset Examples  
    						
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    Figure 2.2. Lens Vertical Offsets  
    						
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    The horizontal position of the image can be offset – that is moved to the left or right 
    of lens center, by adjusting the fully motorized lens mount through software. The 
    amount of horizontal offset available depends on the lens installed and if the image 
    has already been vertically offset. Horizontal offset can also be expressed as the 
    percent of half the image width – the number of pixels of shift to one side of lens 
    center. Refer to Figure 2.3 for some illustrated examples of horizontal offset. 
    See also Table 2.1 along with Figure 2.4 which shows the maximum horizontal offset 
    of a lens or alternatively, how much of your projected image will appear to one side of 
    lens center if the maximum horizontal offset is applied using that lens.  
     
    Figure 2.3. Horizontal Offset Examples  
    						
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    Figure 2.4. Lens Horizontal Offsets 
      
    						
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    Mounting  
    There are several methods for mounting the projector. Depending on your chosen 
    installation, one method may be more suitable than another. In typical front and rear 
    screen installations the projector can be mounted to a secure and level surface, such as 
    a table or cart. Carts are useful when the projector has to be moved during a 
    presentation or from site to site. It is recommended you lock the wheels on a cart, 
    when it’s in position, to prevent someone from accidentally moving it during a 
    presentation. 
    CEILING MOUNT - The projector can also be inverted and suspended from the ceiling 
    using a specially designed ceiling mount fixture. This type of mounting is 
    recommended for fixed installations and for those that want the projector out of plain 
    view or have a limited amount of space for projector and audience. For more 
    information, contact your dealer. 
     Use only the CHRISTIE approved ceiling mount kit designed for your 
    projector. Refer to the installation instructions and safety guidelines 
    provided in the kit.
     
    SPECIAL MOUNTING – The projector can be rotated (front-to-back) up to 360 degrees 
    and mounted without it affecting performance. However, the side-to-side tilt limit of 
    the projector must not exceed ±15 degrees. This tilt limit is required to ensure optimal 
    performance of the projector.  
     
    STACKING – An optional stacking frame is available for all models which allows 
    stacking up to a maximum of three projectors in an upright or inverted orientation. 
    Refer to the instructions provided in the Stacking Frame kit (104-117101-01) for 
    details regarding the assembly. 
     
    Adjusting projector height  
    You can modify the height of the projector to remedy a slightly uneven mounting 
    surface by adjusting the two feet threaded into the bottom chassis. Turn each foot 
    clock-wise or counter-clockwise until the project is level on all sides.  
     
    Folded Optics 
    In rear screen applications where space behind the projector is limited, a mirror may 
    be used to fold the optical path. See Figure 2.5. The position of the projector and 
    mirror must be accurately set – if considering this type of installation call your dealer 
    for assistance. 
     
    Figure 2.5. Folded Optical Path 
       
    						
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