Christie Projector Roadie HD+35K User Manual

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5 Troubleshooting
If the projector does not appear to be operating properly, note the symptoms and use this section as a guide. If 
the problem cannot be resolved, contact your dealer for assistance. 
NOTE: A Christie accredited service technician is required when opening an enclosure to diagnose any probable 
cause.
5.1 Power
5.1.1 Projector Does Not Power ON
Check for the following:
• Check the switch on the AC receptacle. If it is in the A+B...

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• The DMDs may be overheated. Check for an alarm condition.
• An interlock may be interrupting lamp function.
• Replace the lamp.
5.2.3 Flicker, Shadows Or Dimness
Check for the following:
• Ensure the shutter is open.
• LampLOC™ may need re-adjustment.
• LampLOC™ may be in the middle of its adjustment. Wait approximately 2-3 minutes.
• Adjust LampLOC™ motors manually, via the 
Main menu. Confirm all stepper motors...

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5.3 Calibrating the Lens Mount
The lens mount must be calibrated when:
• a new lens has been installed
• the lens mount has been replaced
• lens settings are drifting within a short period of time
To calibrate the lens, do one of the following:
•Select 
Lens>Lens Calibration from the Main menu.  From the Lens Calibration menu, select All Axes 
or do each axes individually.
Or
• Access the 
Advanced>Lens menu, via the...

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5.5.3 Image Appears Vertically Stretched or ‘Squeezed’ into Center of Screen
Source data converted from film and “pre-squeezed” for Roadie HD+35K display format may require use of an 
anamorphic lens (or resizing) to regain full “scope” image width and proper proportions.
5.5.4 The Projector is ON, but There is No Display
Check the following:
• Ensure the lens cover is removed from the lens.
• Ensure shutter is OPEN....

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5.5.9 Display Appears Compressed (Vertically Stretched)
Check the following:
• The frequency of the pixel sampling clock is incorrect for the current source.
• Sizing and positioning options may be adjusted poorly for the incoming source signal.
• Use an anamorphic lens for typical HDTV and anamorphic DVD sources that have been re-sized and 
vertically stretched, via 3rd-party software.
5.5.10Data is Cropped from...

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6 Specifications
This section provides detailed Roadie HD+35K specifications. Due to continuing research, specifications are 
subject to change without notice. 
6.1 Display
6.1.1 Panel Resolution and Refresh Rate
6.1.2 Achievable Brightness 
Typical output using CDXL lamps:
• 32,500 ANSI lumens (35,000 Center lumens) – 6.0kW Lamp 
• 27,000 ANSI lumens (29,000 Center lumens) – 4.5kW Lamp 
• 18,000 ANSI lumens (19,500 Center lumens) – 3.0kW Lamp...

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6.2 Lenses
IMPORTANT!  Use the lens and screen size to calculate the precise throw distance using the tables
provided in the Dealer Section of the Christie Website, 
PN 020-100395-xx. Due to lens
manufacturing tolerances for lens focal length, actual throw distance and vary ±5%
between lenses with the same nominal throw ratio.
6.3 Inputs
NOTE: Not applicable with all models.
6.3.1 Analog: RGB / YPbPr (5 BNCs at INPUT...

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6.3.3 Analog: Sync (Interlaced or Progressive Scan Format)
6.3.4 DVI-I (INPUT 2)
For all other DVI specifications, refer to 6.3.1 Analog: RGB / YPbPr (5 BNCs at INPUT 1) above.
6.3.5 Dual SD/HD-SDI (INPUT 5 or 6, Standard with Projector) 
Input levels
Composite
S-Video, Luma (Y)
S-Video, Chroma (C)1.0 V
p-p  ± 3dB (including sync tip)
1.0 Vp-p  ± 3dB (including sync tip)
630 mVp-p nominal (burst)
DC offset ± 2V
Nominal...

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6.4 Control 
6.4.1 Wired Remote (Converted from IR Remote)  
6.4.2 IR Remote
Assumes no fluorescent lighting interference.
If range appears limited, shield the IR sensor, turn off lights, or change your fluorescent ballast.
6.4.3 Ethernet
6.4.4 RS-232 Serial Input
6.4.5 RS-422 Serial Input
2 inputs on projection head• 3-pin XLR connector (rear)
• 3.5mm phono jack (side)
Input levels• High = 2.2 V – 5.6 V (or open)
•...