Wolf Cinema Projector Dcx 1500i User Manual

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Section	4	►	Maintenance
noTe: The lamp mode you choose to run the projector in may have an impact on t\
he number 
of hours expected for the lamp.
Tools required: #2 Phillips screwdriver 
WaRnIngs
     A qualified service technician must perform lamp replacement.
    Cool the lamp completely and handle by the housing only.
   Install the correct wattage lamp supplied by Wolf Cinema (see above) and read the   
   lamp Replacement procedure in its entirety before proceeding. 
    Do  not  touch  the  glass  surface  of  the  lamp.  fingerprints  left  on  the  surface  can   
   lead to an intense accumulation of heat called a “hotspot”, which could potentially   
    result  in  the  lamp  shattering.  It  is  recommended  you  wear  clean,  lint-free  gloves  
   and a face shield when working with the lamp.
1.  TURn The laMP off
  Press 
 (power) to turn the lamp off. Allow the cooling fans to stop automatically (within 
approximately	 five	minutes)	 before	proceeding	 with	Step	 2.	This	 wait	period	 is	also	 required	
to	allow	the	lamp	to	sufficiently	cool	before	handling.
2.  UnPlUg The PRojeCT oR
  When the cooling fans have stopped, turn the projector’s main switch off, and unplug.
 WaRnIng 
always power down and unplug the projector prior to servicing.
allow the lamps to cool before handling.
3. ReMoVe The laMP DooR
 WaRnIng 
Protective gear required. Wear a face shield.
   
Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the two (2) screws securing the lamp door, which is 
located at the rear of the projector below the input panel. See Figure 4\
.2.
Figure 4.2. Open Lamp Door
Iso - Rear Left ViewIso - Front Right View
Rear View
Top View
Side - Left ViewSide - Right View
Iso - Rear Right View
Lamp Door - 2 Screws 
						

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Section	4	►	Maintenance
4. Release The laMP loCK
  Pull out and turn the lamp lock lever, which is located to the left of the lamp module, and turn 
it ¼ turn counter clockwise to the “unlock” position. See Figur\
e 4.3.
5.  ReMoVe The laMP MoDUle
  Firmly grasp the lamp by its housing only and pull it straight out (lamp slides along guides) 
until it is free. See Figure 4.4. Discard the lamp using safe disposal/r\
ecycling practices.
6.  InseRT The neW laMP MoDUle
  Align the new lamp with the top and bottom guides on the left side of the lamp compartment 
(see Figure 4.5). Slide the lamp all the way in – a slightly harder push may be required right 
at the end to ensure it’s fully seated into the terminal block. 
  noTe:  The lamp module must make  full contact with the terminal block. The projector will 
not power up again if the lamp is not fully connected to the terminal bl\
ock.
 W aRnIng   
Improper installation could cause a serious meltdown inside the projecto\
r.
Figure 4.4. Remove the Lamp Module
Iso - Rear Left ViewIso - Front Right View
Rear View
Top View
Side - Left ViewSide - Right View
Iso - Rear Right View
Figure 4.5. Insert New Lamp Module
Iso - Rear Left ViewIso - Front Right View
Rear View
Top View
Side - Left ViewSide - Right View
Iso - Rear Right View
Figure 4.3. Release the Lamp Lock 
						

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Section	4	►	Maintenance
7.  loCK In The neW laMP MoDUle
 Pull out and turn the lamp lock lever (turned up in Step 4) ¼ turn clockwise to “lock” the lamp 
in place. 
  noTe:  If you can’t turn the lamp lock into position, it is likely the lamp is not fully inserted. In 
this case, partially remove the lamp and try pushing it back in again. Then, try switching the 
lock lever to the “lock” position.
8.  RePlaCe The laMP DooR
  Replace the lamp door and secure it with the two (2) screws removed in\
 Step 2.
  IMPoRT anT: The  lamp  module  is  calibrated  for  maximum  performance  and  brightness  in 
this projector. Do not attempt to re-align or adjust the lamp module.
9.  ReCoRD The seRIal  nUMbeR of The neW laMP 
Plug in the projector and power it up.
•	
In the Lamp menu, select “Change Lamp”.
•	
In the Lamp S/N text box, enter the serial number.
•	
Press to record the number and to reset the lamp timer. The timer will now begin to log time 
•	
for the new lamp.
  IMPoRT anT: If you neglect to enter a serial number, the lamp timer will not reset to “0” and 
will therefore be inaccurate. The lamp life limit may then expire prematurely.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8. Lamp Hours
Lamp S/N
Lamp Message Lamp Limit
Lamp Mode
Power
Intensity
Iris
Lamp History
Change Lamp
L a mp
0
?
1000
Power
500
0
3
Lamp S/N
S/N
5679
1234 Hours
1001
0
L a mp  H is to r yNe w  s erial#   e ntry
automatic ally  update s
L amp  His tory. . .
. . . and  res e ts   L amp Hours   to  “ 0” 
						

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A	variety	 of	lenses	 can	accommodate	 different	throw	distances	 and	specific	 types	of	installations.	
Refer	 to	Section	 6	-	Specifications	 for	details.	 To	change	 a	lens,	 follow	 the	steps	 below.	 No	tools	
are required for “compact” lenses shown.
TURn off The PRojeCT oR, Cool anD UnPlUg
noTe: If necessary, a lens can be swapped out while the projector is running, but this can result 
in dust being drawn into the projector. Avoid if possible. 
Before removing or installing any lens, turn off the projector and allow the fans to cool the lamp 
before unplugging the projector. Ensure that the lens cap is on.
 W aRnIng  
Unplug the projector.
Install the lens cap and press the lens release button. See Figure 4.7.
Section	4	►	Maintenance
sTeP 1
Figure 4.6. Lens Assembly
sTeP 2 
Figure 4.7. Depressing Lens Release
4.5  Replacing the  Projection lens 
						

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sTeP 3 sTeP 4 
sTeP 5 RoT aTe The lens  
Rotate  the  lens  counter-
clockwise  until  the  tabs  are 
free from the lens retainer ring. 
See Figure 4.8A.
noTe:  The  connector  slide 
assembly allows the connector 
to move as the lens is rotated.
PUll lens oUT
Lens connectors will disconnect 
when you pull the lens straight 
out  from  the  projector.  See 
Figure 4.8B.
InseRT neW lens
noTe: Remove small rear cap! Keep front cap on.
Electrical connector:
•   Line up male connector on the lens with the female connector on the 
connector slide assembly.
Insert lens: 
•  Align the tabs on the lens plate lock with 
the  slots  in  the  lens  retainer  ring.  Push  the  lens  in 
approximately ½ inch.
Rotate the lens:
•   Rotate the lens clockwise until the 
tabs are tightly secured and the lens release button 
CLICK.
Secure  lock-down  screws  (optional):
•    For  added 
stability,  secure  the  adjustment  screws  provided 
on  the  lens-retaining  ring  (see  Figure  4.9).  If  you 
have installed a large zoom lens, one or more of the 
screws  may  be  inaccessible—simply  tighten  those 
that are accessible (Figure 4.10).
  noTe: Recommended for heaviest lenses such as 0.73:1 and 1.2:1.
PoWeR UP  
Remove the lens cap and power up the projector.
RePosITIon The PRojeCT oR foR neW lens
Reposition  the  projector  closer  or  further  from  the 
screen  as  necessary  for  the  screen  and  the  new  lens 
type  –  refer  to  lens  descriptions  in  Section  2,  Section 
6  and  Appendix  C,  Throw  Distance.  In  a  permanent 
installation,  always  use  the  appropriate  throw  distance 
formula to calculate the best position for the projector.
Figure 4.8. Rotating the Lens
sTeP 6
Figure 4.9. Adjustable Screws on Retaining Ring
Figure 4.10. View with Zoom Lens installed
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seCTIon 5
sPeCIfICaTIons
DCx-500i DCx-500fD
light engineCinema Contrast three chip DLP™ light engine Cinema Contrast three chip DLP™ light engine
Color filter Filmic Color Correction Filter Filmic Color Correction Filter
lamp Xenon lamp 500W Xenon lamp 500W
lens system VariScope constant height lens system VariScope constant height lens system
lens options 
†.67:1** RP lens
1.1:1** FP lens
1.45-1.8:1* 1.86-2.58:1*
2.65-4.0:1*
4.5-6.7:1*.67:1** RP lens
1.1:1** FP lens
1.45-1.8:1*1.86-2.58:1*
2.65-4.0:1*
4.5-6.7:1*
gamma 
Correction Film 1 Correction
Film 2 Correction
B&W Film Correction
Incandescent Light Correction
Fluorescent Light Correction
Sunlight Correction Film 1 Correction
Film 2 Correction
B&W Film Correction
Incandescent Light Correction
Fluorescent Light Correction
Sunlight Correction
Picture Quality Multi Standard Color Management and 
Calibration Control 
White Field Uniformity/Correction Multi Standard Color Management and 
Calibration Control 
White Field Uniformity/Correction
Communications RS232 in and out
IR input
Wolf Sentry IP monitoring and control RS232 in and out
IR input
Wolf Sentry IP monitoring and control
Inputs 6 HDMI 1.3 inputs (1 on front panel), 
2 Component, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite 6 HDMI 1.3 inputs (1 on front panel), 
2 Component, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite
outputs 1 HDMI 1080P Video (set to native rate of 
display)
1 HDMI audio loop out with delay 1 HDMI 1080P Video (set to native rate of 
display)
1 HDMI audio loop out with delay
Contrast Ratio 2,500- 50,000:1 full on/off *** 2,500- 50,000:1 full on/off ***
lumens 2500*** 2500***
lamp life 2500 to 4000 depending on lamp power setting 2500 to 4000 depending on lamp power setting
Power 100 VAC to 240 VAC ± 10% @ 50/60 Hz, 
Power consumption: 900W maximum, 
Thermal dissipation: 3000 BTU/hr, 
Operating current: 9.5A @ 100V/5A @ 200V 100 VAC to 240 VAC ± 10% @ 50/60 Hz, 
Power consumption: 900W maximum, 
Thermal dissipation: 3000 BTU/hr, 
Operating current: 9.5A @ 100V/5A @ 200V
Dimensions Length: 21 1/2
Width: 28 1/4
Height: 11 1/2 Length: 41 5/8
Width: 29 7/8
Height: 12 1/8
Dimensions with 
Variscope 2.35 Length: 31 3/4
Width: 28 1/4
Height: 11 1/2 Length: 41 5/8
Width: 29 7/8
Height: 12 1/8
options
VariScope 2.35 
Automated 2.35 lens and motor for use with 
VariScope lenses
Wolf WARP
Geometric distortion correction for more flexible 
installation solutionsVariScope 2.35 
Automated 2.35 lens and motor for use with 
VariScope lenses
Wolf WARP
Geometric distortion correction for more flexible 
installation solutions
** VariScope feature not available with this lens option.
** VariScope feature not available with this lens option.
*** Depending on lamp power setting, installed iris and iris setting.
DCx-500i and DCx-500fD 
						

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DCx-1000iDCx-1000fD
light engineCinema Contrast three chip DLP™ light engine Cinema Contrast three chip DLP™ light engine
Color filter Filmic Color Correction Filter Filmic Color Correction Filter
lamp Xenon lamp 1000W Xenon lamp 1000W
lens system VariScope constant height lens system VariScope constant height lens system
lens options 
†.67:1** RP lens
1.1:1** FP lens
1.45-1.8:1* 1.86-2.58:1*
2.65-4.0:1*
4.5-6.7:1*.67:1** RP lens
1.1:1** FP lens
1.45-1.8:1*1.86-2.58:1*
2.65-4.0:1*
4.5-6.7:1*
gamma 
Correction Film 1 Correction
Film 2 Correction
B&W Film Correction
Incandescent Light Correction
Fluorescent Light Correction
Sunlight Correction Film 1 Correction
Film 2 Correction
B&W Film Correction
Incandescent Light Correction
Fluorescent Light Correction
Sunlight Correction
Picture Quality Multi Standard Color Management and 
Calibration Control 
White Field Uniformity/Correction Multi Standard Color Management and 
Calibration Control 
White Field Uniformity/Correction
Communications RS232 in and out
IR input
Wolf Sentry IP monitoring and control RS232 in and out
IR input
Wolf Sentry IP monitoring and control
Inputs 6 HDMI 1.3 inputs (1 on front panel), 2 
Component, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite 6 HDMI 1.3 inputs (1 on front panel), 2 
Component, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite
outputs 1 HDMI 1080P Video (set to native rate of 
display)
1 HDMI audio loop out with delay 1 HDMI 1080P Video (set to native rate of 
display)
1 HDMI audio loop out with delay
Contrast Ratio 2,500- 50,000:1 full on/off *** 2,500- 50,000:1 full on/off ***
lumens 5500*** 5500***
lamp life 2500 to 4000 depending on lamp power setting 2500 to 4000 depending on lamp power setting
Power 100 VAC to 240 VAC ± 10% @ 50/60 Hz, 
Power consumption: 1500W maximum, Thermal 
dissipation: 5460 BTU/hr, Operating current: 
10.4A @ 100V/8A @ 200V 100 VAC to 240 VAC ± 10% @ 50/60 Hz, 
Power consumption: 1500W maximum, Thermal 
dissipation: 5460 BTU/hr, Operating current: 
10.4A @ 100V/8A @ 200V
Dimensions Length: 21 1/2
Width: 28 1/4
Height: 11 1/2 Length: 41 5/8
Width: 29 7/8
Height: 12 1/8
Dimensions with 
Variscope 2.35 Length: 31 3/4
Width: 28 1/4
Height: 11 1/2 Length: 41 5/8
Width: 29 7/8
Height: 12 1/8
options
VariScope 2.35 
Automated 2.35 lens and motor for use with 
VariScope lenses
Wolf WARP
Geometric distortion correction for more flexible 
installation solutionsVariScope 2.35 
Automated 2.35 lens and motor for use with 
VariScope lenses
Wolf WARP
Geometric distortion correction for more flexible 
installation solutions
** VariScope feature not available with this lens option.
** VariScope feature not available with this lens option.
*** Depending on lamp power setting, installed iris and iris setting.
DCx-1000i and DCx-1000fD
Section	5	►	Specifications 
						

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DCx-1500iDCx-1500fD
light engineCinema Contrast three chip DLP™ light engine Cinema Contrast three chip DLP™ light engine
Color filter Filmic Color Correction Filter Filmic Color Correction Filter
lamp Xenon lamp 1225W Xenon lamp 1225W
lens system VariScope constant height lens system VariScope constant height lens system
lens options 
†.67:1** RP lens
1.1:1** FP lens
1.45-1.8:1* 1.86-2.58:1*
2.65-4.0:1*
4.5-6.7:1*.67:1** RP lens
1.1:1** FP lens
1.45-1.8:1*1.86-2.58:1*
2.65-4.0:1*
4.5-6.7:1*
gamma 
Correction Film 1 Correction
Film 2 Correction
B&W Film Correction
Incandescent Light Correction
Fluorescent Light Correction
Sunlight Correction Film 1 Correction
Film 2 Correction
B&W Film Correction
Incandescent Light Correction
Fluorescent Light Correction
Sunlight Correction
Picture Quality Multi Standard Color Management and 
Calibration Control 
White Field Uniformity/Correction Multi Standard Color Management and 
Calibration Control 
White Field Uniformity/Correction
Communications RS232 in and out
IR input
Wolf Sentry IP monitoring and control RS232 in and out
IR input
Wolf Sentry IP monitoring and control
Inputs 6 HDMI 1.3 inputs (1 on front panel), 2 
Component, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite 6 HDMI 1.3 inputs (1 on front panel), 2 
Component, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite
outputs 1 HDMI 1080P Video (set to native rate of 
display)
1 HDMI audio loop out with delay 1 HDMI 1080P Video (set to native rate of 
display)
1 HDMI audio loop out with delay
Contrast Ratio 2,500- 50,000:1 full on/off *** 2,500- 50,000:1 full on/off ***
lumens 7250*** 7250***
lamp life 2500 to 4000 depending on lamp power setting 2500 to 4000 depending on lamp power setting
Power 200 VAC to 240 VAC ± 10% @ 50/60 Hz, 
Power consumption: 2000W maximum, Thermal 
dissipation: 6825 BTU/hr, Operating current: 10A 
@ 200V 200 VAC to 240 VAC ± 10% @ 50/60 Hz, 
Power consumption: 2000W maximum, Thermal 
dissipation: 6825 BTU/hr, Operating current: 10A 
@ 200V
Dimensions Length: 21 1/2
Width: 28 1/4
Height: 11 1/2 Length: 41 5/8
Width: 29 7/8
Height: 12 1/8
Dimensions with 
Variscope 2.35 Length: 31 3/4
Width: 28 1/4
Height: 11 1/2 Length: 41 5/8
Width: 29 7/8
Height: 12 1/8
options
VariScope 2.35 
Automated 2.35 lens and motor for use with 
VariScope lenses
Wolf WARP
Geometric distortion correction for more flexible 
installation solutionsVariScope 2.35 
Automated 2.35 lens and motor for use with 
VariScope lenses
Wolf WARP
Geometric distortion correction for more flexible 
installation solutions
** VariScope feature not available with this lens option.
** VariScope feature not available with this lens option.
*** Depending on lamp power setting, installed iris and iris setting.
DCx-1500i and DCx-1500fD
Section	5	►	Specifications 
						

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aPPenDIx a
KeYPaD RefeRenCe
noTe:  The IR remote is a standard component provided with the projector. Use the extension 
cable also provided to convert the IR remote to a wired remote, if desired.  Refer to  Section 3 for 
a specific description of each key and how to use them correctly.
* Toggle keys, which require you to either, press and hold, or press twice or press and use the 
up/down arrow key. 
Press and hold  to toggle or press twice to toggle or press and release, followed by ▲ ON or ▼ OFF 
Quick
Setup
Quick Setup 
						

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A serial link of RS232 or RS422 enables ASCII communication with the projector so that it can 
be controlled remotely from a PC or other controller. From a PC, connect a standard nine-wire 
RS232  serial  cable  to  the Rs232  In  port.  Or,  for  long-distance  (>100  ft.)  links  with  an  RS422-
compatible PC or controller, connect RS422 cable to the  Rs422 port.
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seRIal  CoMMUnICa TIons