Owner's Manual DCX-500i DCX-500FD DCX-1000i DCX-1000FD DCX-1500i DCX-1500FD Preliminary
Table of Contents Introduction > 1.1 1.2 1.3 Projector Overview.............................................................................................. 1-1 Components........................................................................................................ 1-2 Warranty.............................................................................................................. 1-2 Installation & Setup > 2.1 Quick Setup..................................................................
Section 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Projector Overview Wolf Cinema DCX-i and DCX-FD units are all professional 3-chip projectors based on next-generation Digital Light Processing™ (DLP™) technology by Texas Instruments™ to deliver high quality, crisp, clean images. Wolf Cinema projectors provide a powerful combination of HD resolution, high brightness and high contrast ratios to produce flawless, cinematic high definition, as well as realistic three-dimensional images for virtual reality and gaming.
Section 1 ► Introduction 1.2 Components The following listed items are shipped with your projector. Ensure you have received all these items before using your projector. • User’s Manual • IR remote keypad (includes two, 1.
Section 2 INSTALLATION & SETUP 2.1 Quick Setup The instructions provided here are for those that are familiar with the projector and wish to quickly set it up and use it temporarily. Refer to the remaining subsections of this manual for a more complete setup. Step 1 > Install the Projection Lens The projection lens is shipped separately from the projector and must be installed prior to setting up the projector. Install the projection lens as described in 4.5 Replacing the Projection Lens.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup Step 4 > Connect the Power Cord The North American-rated power cord is provided with each projector. Ensure that you are using a power cord, socket and power plug that meets the appropriate local rating standards. Plug the power cord to the AC receptacle located on the right hand side of the projector and the 3-pronged end into a grounded AC outlet. The input voltage to the projector must be capable of 100 – 240 VAC in 1000W models and 200-240VAC in 1200W models.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup 2.2 Installation Considerations 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. Installation Type > Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or inverted mount.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup 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.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup Projector Position and > Mounting Throw distance Throw distance is the distance measured from your projector’s lens 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.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup 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).
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Section 2 ► Installation and Setup 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.
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Section 2 ► Installation and Setup 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. CEILING MOUNT — The projector can also be inverted and suspended from the ceiling using a specially designed ceiling mount fixture.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup 2.3 Connecting Sources Sources connect to the Input Panel located at the back of the projector. See Figure 2.6. The upper right corner (INPUT 1) typically accepts an RGB signal from an external analog RGB source, or it can also be used for YPbPr signals or additional video sources. Just beside these BNCs, the DVI-I connector (INPUT 2) accepts digital or analog display signals from a computer.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup Video Source Figure 2.7 Connecting RGB and Sync NOTES: 1) If for some reason the projector fails to recognize a signal as an RGB signal, specify this Color Space option within the Picture Adjustments menu. See 3.5 Adjusting the Image. 2) To connect YPbPr signals–such as from DVDs or analog HDTV sources–to INPUT 1, use the red, green and blue BNCs as described in YPbPr Signals (below).
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup Composite and S-Video > INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 provide simultaneous connection of both a composite video source (INPUT 3) and an S-Video source (INPUT 4). See Figure 2.9. Figure 2.9 Connecting Composite or S-Video sources DVI Digital Video > Use the DVI-I connector at INPUT 2 to connect either analog or digital video devices to the projector.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup 2.4 Connecting Communications As an alternative to the projector’s keypad or remote, you may wish to communicate with the projector using a PC or other controller. Such a device sends commands and receives feedback via serial links (RS232 and RS422), Ethernet or GPIO communications to the projector, all described below. Remote Keypads > As desired, direct the projector’s IR remote keypad towards the display screen or the projector’s IR sensors.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup Connecting RS-422 If you wish to control the projector with a computer and or other controlling device with RS-422 capability, connect a RS-422 serial communication cable between the computer and the RS-422 port on the projector (see Figure 2.11). RS-422 is better suited for serial communication over long distances then is RS-232 communication.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup SETTING THE PROJECTOR’S IP ADDRESS: Upon connection to most Ethernet networks, each projector’s factory default IP address of 0.0.0.0 triggers the network’s DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server function to automatically assign an IP address that is valid and unique for use on that network. Depending on the network, this DHCP-assigned IP address usually remains stable for a single session, but may change with subsequent power-ups and logins.
Section 2 ► Installation and Setup 2.5 System Integration - GPIO Connector The GPIO connector on the input panel can be used to provide a method of interfacing a wide range of external I/O devices to the projector. Refer to Appendix E: System Integration for complete details on pin configuration and how to program the various pins on the connector. 2.6 Power Connector The North American rated power cord is provided with each projector.
Section 3 OPERATION 3.1 About the Projector Top View Iso section - Front Right This explains how View to effectively operate the projector once it has been installed. It is recommended that you read this section and familiarize yourself with the components and the available menu options before you begin using your projector for the first time.
Section 3 ► Operation Input Panel > All source connections are made to the input panel located at the back of the projector. Connect RGB or YPbPr sources to INPUT 1, analog or digital display signals to INPUT 2, composite video to INPUT 3, and S-Video to INPUT 4. Any of the available optional modules can be installed in INPUT 5 and/or INPUT 6. There is no status display on the input panel. The only status display is part of the built-in keypad located at the rear of the projector.
Section 3 ► Operation 3.2 Using the Remote or Built-in Keypad Laser radiation is emitted from the laser diode in the remote. Do not look directly into the beam of the remote.
Section 3 ► Operation Theater Master > Remote Control Figure 3.2. Remote Keypad Quick Setup Quick Setup Press and hold to toggle or press twice to toggle or press and release, followed by ▲ ON or ▼ OFF * These are toggle keys, which require you to press and hold or press twice or press and use the up/down arrow keys. NOTE: To turn the OSD off you must press Wolf Cinema Owner's Manual 3-4 OSD and .
Section 3 ► Operation Wired Remote > You can convert the IR remote into a wired remote keypad using the cable provided with the projector. Connect one end into the remote and the other to the mini stereo connector on the input panel labeled as REMOTE.
Section 3 ► Operation Channel Channel Press Channel to select a specific source setup (channel) defined and stored in projector memory. Once you enter a two-digit channel number (or, if there is a list displayed, highlight it and press ), the display will automatically change and update according to the numerous setup parameters defined for that channel. Note that a new channel is automatically created if you adjust an image from a new source.
Section 3 ► Operation Contrast Contrast keys until you reach Press Contrast to change the amount of white in your images. Use 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., “crushed”). Conversely, low contrast causes dim images. See 3.5, Adjusting the Image (Picture Adjustments subsection).
Section 3 ► Operation Func Function Key IF WITHIN A MENU: Using the Func for special tasks within the menu system is noted with the appropriate topic elsewhere in Section 3. For example, press Func in the Channel Setup menu to enable deletion or copying of a channel. Setup Functions: Press Func followed by a 2-digit number to enable a specific color or colors in the display (see right). For 6 4 example, Func will display only red and green data, Func 6 7 will display all color data.
Section 3 ► Operation Arrow Keys keys to change a slidebar value or to select a different option within a pullUse the down list without having to first scroll through options. See also Editing Text later in Section 3. Use the Focus , Zoom , Lens H , Lens V keys to navigate within a menu, pull-down list or text box.
Section 3 ► Operation 3.3 Navigating the Menus Most of the controls for the projector are accessed from within the projector’s menu system. There are several groups of related functions, with each group selectable from the Main menu as shown at right. Press Menu at any time to display this Main menu.
Section 3 ► Operation Press Help from the presentation level to access general Help Topics. Scroll as necessary within a topic; press Help or Exit to return to your presentation. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Section 3 ► Operation Slidebars in menus — The current value for a given parameter, such as size or vertical stretch, appears to the left of its slidebar icon (adjustment window). This number often expresses a percentage, or it may have units associated with it to (such as pixels, degrees Kelvin, etc.), depending on the specific option. Press gradually adjust the setting up or down — both the number and the length of the bar change accordingly. Hold for continuous adjustment.
Section 3 ► Operation Editing Text > ACTIVATE THE EDIT WINDOW: To enter or edit text, highlight the desired parameter (such as a channel name) and press to activate its adjacent edit window. Any previously entered text is displayed with its first character highlighted in a square cursor, signifying that this character is ready for editing. NAVIGATE WITHIN THE EDIT WINDOW: Press move the cursor backwards as desired.
Section 3 ► Operation 3.4 Using Inputs and Channels NOTE: See Section 2, Installation and Setup, for details on connecting sources to the projector. The projector stores and automatically recalls up to 50 different channels (source setups) for a variety of inputs. This memory feature allows you to define and conveniently use a wide variety of customized setups rather than having to repeatedly re-configure the projector for different presentations.
Section 3 ► Operation Shown at right is a sample channel list as would be available from Channel . This is typically called the channel list. NOTE: The Channel key may display a channel list or not, depending on what you have defined for “Display Channel List” (see Menu Preferences later in this section). In order to access channels by using Channel on the keypad, you must first create the channels. See below.
Section 3 ► Operation What Channels > Are Defined So Far? All available channels are listed in the Channel Setup menu, which describes how each channel can be accessed and which serves as the gateway for editing, copying and deleting channels. Figure 3.9. All Channels Appear in the Channel Setup Menu Press Menu from the presentation level to display the Main menu. To display the Channel Setup menu, press 3 , or move the highlight to the Channel Setup option and press .
Section 3 ► Operation FUNCTIONS WITHIN THE CHANNEL SETUP MENU — To copy, delete or edit a channel, highlight the desired channel in the Channel Setup menu and do one of two things: Copying or Deleting > Channels • Press Func if you want to copy the selected channel or delete this or other channels. See Copying or Deleting a Channel below. • Press if you want to edit channel setups (i.e., non-image related parameters) for the selected channel. See Editing a Channel Setup, below.
Section 3 ► Operation TO DELETE MULTIPLE CHANNELS, highlight any channel in the Channel Setup menu and press Func to go to the Channel Copy/Delete submenu. Select “Delete Unlocked Only” and press to delete all unlocked channels. Or select “Delete All Channels” to delete all channels, even those that are locked. In either case, the current channel will remain but will be redefined from projector defaults. NOTE: For any deletion, a confirmation box appears to make sure that you really want to delete.
Section 3 ► Operation 3.5 Adjusting the Image • AUTO SOURCE: If checked, (default), the projector can automatically locate this channel when an incoming input signal matches. If not checked, the projector can locate the selected channel only when it is directly selected via Channel on the keypad — and a change in input signal will not result in a channel change. • LOCKED: If checked, all of the Picture Adjustments for this channel are disabled.
Section 3 ► Operation Geometry and Position > Menu In the Geometry and Position menu, you can increase or decrease the size of your image, change its proportion (aspect ratio), move the image to a specific area of the screen, and refine other related parameters. Use Geometry and Position controls to match the image precisely to the screen used at the site. Geometry and Position 1. Resize Presets No Resizing 2. Size 1000 3. Vertical Stretch 1000 4. Pixel Track 858 5. Pixel Phase 0 6. H-Position 360 7.
Section 3 ► Operation • Select “DEFAULT” for most sources (factory default). The image will be centered and displayed as large as possible depending on the type of source. • Select “NO RESIZING” to display the image in its native resolution, which may or may not match the projector’s 1400 x 1050 resolution. For example, for a source with a native resolution of 800 x 600, “No Resizing” will use the central 800 x 600 pixels and have a black border—the black border areas are unused areas. See below.
Section 3 ► Operation Pixel Phase NOTE: Adjust “Pixel Phase” after “Pixel Tracking”. Adjust pixel phase when the image (usually from an RGB source) still shows shimmer or “noise” after pixel tracking is optimized. Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal. For best results, use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern of black and white pixels, or a similar “half on, half off” graphic image, such as the Windows shutdown screen.
Section 3 ► Operation BLANKING (TOP, BOTTOM, LEFT, and RIGHT): Crop the image as desired so that unwanted edges are removed from the display (changed to black—see right). Blanking defines the size of the Active Input Window, or area of interest. Range of adjustment depends on the source resolution and other factors. After adjustment of blanking it may be necessary to perform a source switch. NOTE: Blanking a PIP image resembles zoom (see Figure 3.6).
Section 3 ► Operation Picture Adjustments Menu > Use options in the Picture Adjustments menu to alter your image without affecting its size or position. Changes made to the Picture Adjustments menu are applied immediately and are saved when you exit the menu (press Exit or Menu ). Options not available for the projector model or source are disabled and appear dim (gray). Picture Adjustments Contrast (SHORT CUT: Press Contrast and adjust the slide bar.
Section 3 ► Operation Filter The proper filter setting is automatically set for virtually all signals, and rarely needs to be changed. It applies a low pass filter for noise reduction in the incoming input signal, particularly for HDTV or SDTV. Applied in the analog domain before sampling, this filtering removes high frequencies and thus reduces pixel phase noise (note this also reduces signal bandwidth).
Section 3 ► Operation Video Options — SUBMENU This submenu is used with video sources only (INPUTS 3 or 4). Video Options 1. Auto Color Level 2. Video Standard 3. Input Video Black 4. Color 5. Tint 6. Chroma Luma Delay Enhanced 0 IRE Auto Color Level: Auto Color Level affects decoded video images only. Enter a checkmark (default) in most instances — this activates the Auto Color Level circuit to ensure properly bright images.
Section 3 ► Operation COLOR: This slidebar adjusts the Color Temp Adjust level, i.e. the amount of color in a video image. Lower settings produce less saturated colors — for example a setting of “0” produces a black and white image. If the color level is too high, colors will be overpowering and unrealistic. TINT: This slidebar adjusts the red/green color hue for true color reproduction of video signals connected to INPUT 3 or 4 of the projector.
Section 3 ► Operation AUTO INPUT LEVEL – Temporarily enter a checkmark only if you are an experienced user and you have an unusual source that you feel needs further color temperature and/or input level adjustment. This compensates for incoming out-of-range drives (white) and black levels (black) that would cause “crushing” of light and dark colors in the image. After entering a checkmark, wait for the six slide bar values to stabilize, then delete the checkmark and exit.
Section 3 ► Operation NOTES: 1) Input levels apply for the current source only, but for any color temperature used. 2) Assuming that color temperature has been set up based on the internal test patterns, you can then set up input levels for a given source so that it matches the color temperature of the internal test patterns.
Section 3 ► Operation Advanced Image Settings — SUBMENU Use the Advanced Image Settings submenu to make the adjustments necessary for lesser-used but more specialized applications on your projector. Advanc ed Image S ettings Gamma Table 1. 2. Select Color Adjustment Color Temperature 3. Iris 4. 5. Simulation 3D 6. Motion Filter 7. 8. 2/3 Pulldown Threshold Detail Threshold 9.
Section 3 ► Operation COLOR TEMPERATURE — Adjust to apply a specific and accurate color temperature to all displays. Color temperatures are expressed in degrees Kelvin (3200-9300K), and utilize different combinations of the projector’s original native color primaries to produce a “coloration” or cast (reddish or bluish) in images—the lower the temperature, the more reddish the cast; the higher the temperature, the more bluish the cast.
Section 3 ► Operation Advanced Image Settings - SUBMENU (continued) MOTION FILTER — This control is most useful for smoothing out moving images from interlaced sources. In most cases the proper Motion Filter setting is automatically determined according to the type of incoming source signal.
Section 3 ► Operation 3.6 Adjusting System Parameters and Advanced Controls Use the Display Setup menu to define general operating parameters and communications with other projectors and equipment, and to access other advanced processing and image adjustments affecting overall performance. In addition, the Display Setup menu provides access to diagnostics, calibration tools and the Service submenu (password-protected). Display Setup Language English Image Orientation Front 1. 2. 3. 4. Auto Power Up 5.
Section 3 ► Operation Menu Preferences — SUBMENU Use the options in this submenu to adjust the appearance, content and/or location of on-screen menus and messages. Display Bar Scale 8. Splash Screen Setup Always On LARGE MENU FONT — Enter a checkmark to enlarge menus and their text. You may have to adjust “Menu Location” to accommodate the increased menu area. MENU LOCATION — Use the pull-down list to choose a pre-defined default or customized location for the display of all on-screen menus.
Section 3 ► Operation System Configuration > — COMMUNICATIONS — Settings in the Communications submenu define and control how single or multiple projectors are linked with each other and with a controlling device. 10. Wired Keypad Protocol Any Figure 3.14. Communications Baud Rates The baud rate setting determines the speed of communication to and from the projector on the RS232 or RS422 links. The maximum rate for the RS232 is 115200; for RS422 it is 19200.
Section 3 ► Operation RS232 AND RS422 JOINED: Messages originating from an RS232 or RS422 controller will be relayed to all RS232or RS422 ports. Any Ethernet communication, however, will not. RS232 AND ETHERNET JOINED: Messages to and from the RS232 ports will also be relayed to the Ethernet port, and vice versa. Any RS422 communications will be isolated. ALL JOINED: All messages reach all ports, regardless of type. Ethernet Settings - SUBMENU NOTE: Recommended for network administrators only.
Section 3 ► Operation Broadcast Key Enter a checkmark if you want keypad commands sent to one projector to be relayed to all projectors in a serial network. Note that the key will temporarily “override” the effect of a broadcast setting and allow you to control a specific projector when necessary. Disable the setting for all but one (any) projector in a network. Backlight Toggle the built-in keypad lighting on/off.
Section 3 ► Operation White Field Uniformity — SUBMENU Corrects for shadows caused by short throw or anamorphic lenses. Edge Blending — SUBMENU The Edge Blending submenu provides a range of controls for smoothing together the overlapping bright edges of multiple adjacent projected images to create a single larger “seamless” image.
Section 3 ► Operation DEFINING “USER” COLOR GAMUTS: In some cases, you may find that none of the predefined “Select Color Adjustment” options exactly suit your needs. For example, you may require a unique color gamut (range) for a single projector or application, or you may need to precisely match colors across multiple adjacent displays.
Section 3 ► Operation Figure 3.10. Chromaticity Diagram (without Yellow Notch Filter) NOTE: Keep new x,y coordinates within the original color gamut triangle shown here. PROCEDURE FOR X,Y ADJUSTMENTS: See 3.10, Using Multiple Projectors. Color Temp Adjust: Use this submenu if you do not have specific color coordinates in mind and will simply judge color performance by meter.
Section 3 ► Operation Black Edge Blending — SUBMENU Black Edge Blending is a feature that eliminates the differences between black levels when edge blending multiple projectors. The Black Edge Blending submenu provides many controls to allow the edges of adjacent images to be smoothly overlapped creating a “seamless” image. Edge blending smoothes white levels, and if edge blending is not in use, Black Edge Blending is disabled.
Section 3 ► Operation Test Pattern Grey Level Set the desired level of grey for displaying in the full gray field test pattern. Freeze Image Enter a check mark to freeze (stop) an image on a single frame. This diagnostic tool is useful if you need to examine in detail a still version of an incoming image that cannot be “frozen” at the source. For example, in moving images it is sometimes difficult to observe artifacts such as external de-interlacing/resizing and signal noise.
Section 3 ► Operation Figure 3.11. Using “Odd Pixel Adjustment” NOTES: 1) Adjust offset before gain, since offset affects gain. 2) A value of 128 represents no change in normal odd pixel offset or gain. 3) Odd Pixel Adjustment eliminates “one pixel on, one pixel off” artifact only, not any type of larger artifacts. Reserved No function. Peak Detector The “Peak Detector” is a fast method for defining individual input levels, and can improve the accuracy of input levels set by the Auto Input Level function.
Section 3 ► Operation Aspect Ratio Overlay Selecting this option with a checkmark will overlay a number of common aspect ratio boxes on top of the source image. This is very helpful during the setup of the projector and can be turned off after desired specifications have been achieved. Lamp Tracking Calibration NOTES: 1) Lamp Tracking Calibration takes up to two minutes. 2) For best results, allow the projector to warm up for 15 minutes prior to calibration.
Section 3 ► Operation 3.7 Working with PIP or Seamless Switching PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and Seamless Switching are independent but related projector features that both utilize two image-processing paths within the projector. In the case of Picture-inPicture, this double processing enables you to display two different images simultaneously – typically a smaller “secondary” image within a large “primary” background.
Section 3 ► Operation Swap Main and PIP Image Toggle the current picture-in-picture relationship so that the primary (main) image becomes secondary (PIP), and the secondary image becomes primary. Swapping is available only when PIP is enabled. NOTE: There may be a slight delay when swapping the Primary and Secondary images. PIP Enable Short cut: Press PIP on the Remote if menu not present. Toggle to display from two sources at once (Picture-in-Picture) or the primary source only.
Section 3 ► Operation Working with Seamless > Switching Seamless Switching is the ability to instantly and/or smoothly switch sources, and is controlled with options 7 and 8 in the PIP menu. To use Seamless Switching, PIP must be disabled. Tips for best source switching: • • • • Ensure a channel has been configured for each source. Progressive digital and analog sources are recommended. Set Image Optimization to Seamless Switching (see below).
Section 3 ► Operation 3.8 Working with the Lamp Whenever you install a new lamp in the projector, access the Lamp menu to record the lamp serial number in the projector’s memory. You can also choose a lamp mode for regulating power and light output, change Iris size, and access other readonly information pertaining to past and present lamps. LAMP HOURS (read-only) shows the number of hours logged on the current lamp.
Section 3 ► Operation Lamp modes are described below: • Max Brightness: The lamp will always burn as brightly as possible, driven by 100% of the power level rating for the installed lamp (see Section 6, Specifications). Keep in mind that the “maximum brightness” for any lamp gradually diminishes with age — images will become dimmer over time. Its current output level appears in the “Intensity” option (not in lumens). • Intensity: Brightness will remain close to a specified level for as long as possible.
Section 3 ► Operation For example, a 1000 watt lamp can be driven at no more than 1000 watts. To produce desired brightness at the screen, a new lamp would likely need less than this maximum rating — perhaps 812 watts (example only). Over time, however, the lamp will require more and more current in order to generate the desired light, until eventually the lamp wattage reaches its 1000-watt maximum and the lamp power automatically levels off. At this point, the tracking function terminates (i.e.
Section 3 ► Operation NOTE: Enter a serial number only if you have just installed a new lamp. This will help ensure that lamp timer is not reset on an old lamp and that the number of hours logged on the lamp will be accurate. IMPORTANT: Always record the serial number of a NEW lamp. How Old is My Lamp > When a new lamp is installed and its serial number recorded by selecting “Change Lamp” in the Lamp menu, the lamp timer resets to “0” and begins logging time for the new lamp.
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Section 3 ► Operation Step 1: General Setup 1a) Adjust primary colors (see Matching Colors in Multiple Screens) to ensure matched overall color temperatures and light output between screens. IMPORTANT Double-check that all WHITES and LIGHT OUTPUT are well-matched. 1b) Enable the White Field Uniformity checkbox. This will enable access to the uniformitycontrols and will apply the settings to your image. White Field Uniformity 1. Uniformity Enable Test Pattern 2. Left Uniformity 3. Right Uniformity 4.
Section 3 ► Operation Step 2: Adjust Color (level of red/green/blue) in Eight Zones NOTES: 1) At this point, ignore the brightness of individual zones. 2) Always ignore menu colors. 2a) On each screen, compare the color temperatures in the eight target zones (four edges and four corners) to that of the color temperature of the center. Compare using a white field only, and take note of any areas that do not match the center.
Section 3 ► Operation Figure 3.17. Match Zones to Center Light Output Step 4: Readjust Color Temperature (level of red/green/blue) in Eight Zones NOTES: 1) At this point, ignore the brightness of individual zones. 2) Always ignore menu colors. 4a) Return to Steps 2a & 2b and, if necessary, fine-tune the zones so that they all still exhibit a single color temperature.
Section 3 ► Operation For best results, use the same projector model and type throughout your display wall. In addition, avoid high-gain screens whenever possible—the optical performance of such screens demands minimal image offset, thus projectors must be located very close to one another. Edge blending software controls are located in the two-page Edge Blending submenu—access via Display Setup menu, then go to the Geometry and Color menu and select Edge Blending.
Section 3 ► Operation • Show Blending Overlap turns your defined blend width area to solid gray so that, if needed, simply overlapping the gray bars can seamlessly align two adjacent images. Toggle the Show Blending Overlap off to reactivate the blend effect. NOTE: Blending Overlap appears as Reserved when Wolf WARP is installed.
Section 3 ► Operation 4. SET BLEND WIDTH: On one projector, increase the Blend Width for an overlapping edge (for example, if the projector’s image is on left, its right edge overlaps the adjacent image — adjust Right Blend Width). Use the same setting on the second projector for this shared edge. 5. Re-adjust width (both projectors) until the overly bright band at the midpoint of the overlapping blends disappears or just changes to very light gray.
Section 3 ► Operation 4. Use the following three color slide bars, Black Red Level, Black Green Level and Black Blue Level, so the black hue of each projector matches. 5. You can choose which of the next four options, Top, Bottom, Left, Right, to use depending on which edge of the projector you are working with has been edge blended. The blend width can be adjusted to line up properly but by default it corresponds to the edge blending setting determined for that edge. 6.
Section 3 ► Operation 3.12 Error Conditions Occasionally the projector will encounter an error condition that can interrupt normal operation. Such a condition can be caused by a simple invalid keypad entry, an input signal error (most common) or a system error. The manner in which users are to be notified of error conditions is set in the Menu Preferences menu: • To see error messages displayed on-screen, select the “Screen” or “All” option (recommended by Wolf Cinema).
Section 3 ► Operation System Warnings / Errors > When the projector encounters a system malfunction, either a System Warning message or a System Error message may appear. Both types of messages are accompanied by a numerical error code on the status LED display. A system malfunction can be cleared Exit with Exit from presentation level, but may indicate the need for service by a qualified service technician.
Section 3 ► Operation Code 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 21 23 26 27 28 29 46 4C C0 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 Description Code GENERAL Software bug. Contact dealer/factory. CRC error in flash ROM. Download new software. Engineering-only programming is complete. Call Wolf Cinema, replace TIPM. Attempting to download code without being in boot mode Invalid interrupt. Power off/on. If it persists, contact dealer/factory.
Section 4 MAINTENANCE 4.1 Warnings and Safety 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 Always power down the projector using appropriate procedure and disconnect all power sources before cleaning or servicing. WARNING Always remove the lens when shipping the projector.
Section 4 ► Maintenance Lamp > Lamp: The projector uses a Cermax® Xenon lamp to deliver its high brightness. A lamp should be replaced when it has reached its end of life or if a noticeable change in brightness occurs. Keep track of the number of hours the lamp has been in use (Lamp Menu) and be aware of any changes to brightness. These indicators will help you effectively maintain operation of the projector.
Section 4 ► Maintenance Ventilation > Servicing > 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 insert objects into the ventilation openings of the projector.
Section 4 ► Maintenance 4.2 Cleaning and Maintenance Guide Part Description Frequency Action Clean the lens only when absolutely necessary. A small amount of dust on the lens has very little effect on picture quality. Lens As required As required To clean: Use a soft lint-free cloth without any chemicals. Use only a high-quality coated optics cleaning fluid, which can be purchased from most camera supply stores. Apply the coated optics fluid directly onto the lint-free cloth until moistened.
Section 4 ► Maintenance 4.3 Replacing Remote Batteries The IR Remote Keypad uses two AA size, 1.5V batteries (preferably alkaline). To install new batteries: 1. Open the battery compartment at the backside of the keypad by placing your thumb in the oval depression and sliding the cover out about ½ inch. See Figure 4.1. Remove the old batteries and properly discard. Wait a minute or two. Figure 4.1.Replacing Batteries 2.
Section 4 ► Maintenance NOTE: The lamp mode you choose to run the projector in may have an impact on the 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.
Front Right View nt Right View ide - Left View e - Left View 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 Figure 4.3. Top View Figure 4.3. Release the Lamp Lock 5. Iso - Rear Right View Rear View 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.
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.
Section 4 ► Maintenance 4.5 Replacing the Projection Lens STEP 1 > 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 projector, 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.
Section 4 ► Maintenance STEP 3 > Rotate the lens Rotate the lens counterclockwise until the tabs are free from the lens retainer ring. See Figure 4.10A. NOTE: The connector slide assembly allows the connector to move as the lens is rotated. STEP 4 > Pull lens out Lens connectors will disconnect when you pull the lens straight out from the projector. See Figure 4.10B. STEP 5 > Insert new lens Figure 4.10. Rotating the Lens NOTE: Remove small rear cap! Keep front cap on.
Section 5 SPECIFICATIONS DCX-500i and DCX-500FD DCX-500i DCX-500FD Light Engine Cinema 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* .67:1** RP lens 1.1:1** FP lens 1.45-1.
Section 5 ► Specifications DCX-1000i and DCX-1000FD DCX-1000i DCX-1000FD Light Engine Cinema 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* .67:1** RP lens 1.1:1** FP lens 1.45-1.
Section 5 ► Specifications DCX-1500i and DCX-1500FD DCX-1500i DCX-1500FD Light Engine Cinema 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* .67:1** RP lens 1.1:1** FP lens 1.45-1.
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.
Appendix B SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS 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.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Quick Start DCX Projector Serial Communications Protocol: Baud Rate: 115200 Data Bits: 8 Parity: None Stop Bits: 1 Flow Control: None Controls: Wolf Cinema Owner's Manual Power ON OFF Command String (PWR 1) (PWR 0) Input Select Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 Channel 5 Channel 6 Channel 7 Channel 8 Channel 9 Channel 10 Channel 11 Channel 12 Channel 13 Channel 14 Channel 15 Channel 16 Channel 17 Channel 18 Chann
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 1.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 2.1 Basic Message Structure Basic Message Structure The following component fields comprise a standard ASCII message. Optional fields, such as extra characters for special modes, restrictions or added functionality, are shown in shaded areas. START AND END OF MESSAGE: Every message begins with the left “(“character and ends with the right “)“ character.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications • • • Within each message, multiple parameters of data must be separated by one “space” character. Data pertaining to a source setup other than the current source setup is preceded by: the letter “S”, the source setup number (i.e., channel), and a space. This is similar to an “extra” parameter P0. Text parameters such as channel names are enclosed in double quotes following the data, as in “Name”.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications • For Single Projector • For Broadcasting Message Format ( Code ( ( ! $ Code ) ? Code Code ( ) Data & Code Data Examples SET (set contrast to 64) (con64) REQUEST (Con?) (what's current contrast?) Data ) REPLY (contrast is 64) (CON!064) Data ) SET AND ACKNOWLEDGE MESSAGE ($con64) SET WITH CHECKSUM (&CON64 240) Function Examples (message processed?) space ( Function ) Checksum • For Specific Projector Within a Network • 1 Controller
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 2.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 2.5 Accessing Specific Source Setups Accessing Specific Source Setups For ASCII messages described in this document, it is assumed you are adjusting the current source setup (channel) rather than a different specific one. However, for several commands (for example, ASR, Auto Source) you can direct the message to particular source setup.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications HELP TEXT: To have the Help Text for a specific command returned as a reply from the projector, add the letter “H” to your request message. For example: (CON?H) What is the help text for the Contrast Control? (CON! “The Contrast is crushed”) Reply from the projector. GLOBAL INQUIRY: Add the letter “G” in your request message to find out if the control is global. A reply of “001” is returned if the control is global.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 0 = Special Format 1= Slide Bar 2 = Checkbox 3 = List 4 = Number 5 = Text 6 = “Reserved Control” 7 = Date 8 = Time 9 = IP (dotted quad) Examples: (STD?T) What type of control is STD? (STD! T003) STD is a List. (CON?T) What type of control is CON? (CON! T001 %000) CON is a slidebar that is currently at 0%. (EBB?T8) What type of control is index parameter 8 of EBB? (EBB! T004 237) EBB is a number control and it’s current value is 237.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3. ASCII Codes ASCII Codes This section lists all ASCII message codes for controlling the projectors listed on page 3. To fully understand how an adjustment works or what it does in the projector and/or image, always consult the User’s Manual provided with your projector. General Notes to Remember: • • • When a parameter for a specific source setup is accessed (see 2.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.7 APW Auto Power Up APW Auto Power Up Set APW to automatically power up (1) or remain off (0) after a power failure. 3.8 ARO Aspect Ratio Overlay ARO Aspect Ratio Overlay This is a function used when setting up the projector. When turned on (1), it overlays a number of common aspect ratio boxes on top of the source image. Turning off the overlay (0), will return to your source image. 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.16 BLB Blue Blacklevel 3.17 BLD Blue Drive BLB Blue Blacklevel Set or request the blue Blacklevel (0-511) for a specific source setup. BLD Blue Drive Set or request the blue Drive (0-511) for a specific source setup. 3.18 BOG Blue Odd Gain BOG Blue Odd Gain Set or request the blue Odd Gain (0-255) for a specific source setup. You can set an Odd Gain value for two separate analog input paths. The first input path is Input 1 (BNC connectors).
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Parameter Description P1 = Where to adjust? or (if Wolf WARP and no other parameters)P1 = Which type of White Field Uniformity 0 = Overall 1 = Left 2 = Right 3 = Top 4 = Bottom 5 = Top Left 6 = Top Right 7 = Bottom Left 8 = Bottom Right If Wolf WARP and no P2 or P3 parameters, P1= 0 = Disable 1 = Enable normal White Field Uniformity 2 – 4 = User-defined White Field Uniformity (requires s/w v1.1 or higher) 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications P9 White y P10 Magenta x P11 Magenta y P12 Cyan x P13 Cyan y P14 Yellow x P15 Yellow y Examples: (CCA?) (CCA 1 661 341 332 575 144 93 320 330) = What is the current color adjustment? = Set “Max Drives” to these x/y coordinates 3.24 CCC Comprehensive Color Clear CCC Comprehensive Color Clear The CCC command will copy the data from one of the comprehensive color setups into the currently selected user setup (USER1-4).
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.32 CRM Chroma / Luma Delay 3.33 CSP Color Space 3.34 DEF Factory Defaults CRM Chroma / Luma Delay Use CRM to set the time delay (20-50) between the chroma and luminance in decoded signals. CSP Color Space CSP specifies which color space the input signal uses. 0=RGB, 1=YprPb, 2=YPbPr (HDTV).
Appendix B ► Serial Communications P6 = input polarity & routing Bits 2-0 // horizontal sync source 0 = no sync 1 = horizontal on vertical input 2 = horizontal on horizontal input 3 = horizontal on green input 4 = horizontal on red input 5 = horizontal from Vid1 input 6 = horizontal from Vid2 input Bit 3 // set if composite sync (H & V on same wire) Bit 4 // set if horizontal sync has negative polarity Bit 5 // set if vertical sync has negative polarity
Appendix B ► Serial Communications READING PREFERENCE SETTINGS Settings for projector preferences are either Transferable or Projector-specific: Transferable: Valid for any projector of the same model. Single DTA parameter = T. Projector-specific: Unique to an individual projector. Single DTA parameter = P. Example: ($DTA? T) = Request for all preferences that can be used in other projectors of the same model (BDR! 09600) (LPI! 00345) Etc.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Parameter Value Description P1 1 = Center 2 = Top 3 = Bottom 4 = Left 5 = Right 6 = Top Left 7 = Top Right 8 = Bottom Left 9 = Bottom Right 10 = Left Width 11 = Right Width 12 = Top Width 13 = Bottom Width 14 = Black Red Level 15 = Black Green Level 16 = Black Blue Level 1-16 (P1: 1-9 = blend edge/zone brightness) (P1: 10-13 = edge zone width) (P1: 14-16 = color components of overall black level) P2 When P1 = 1-9, P2 = 0-247 When P1 = 10-13, P2 = 0-255 When P1 = 14-
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Examples: (EBL 2 0 15) Set width of top blend to 15 (EBL?) What is the current status of Edge Blending—on or off? (EBL! 1) Edge Blending is currently enabled 3.44 EBO Edge Blending Overlap EBO Edge Blending Overlap Use EBO in conjunction with Edge Blending to simplify the aligning of edge-blended projectors. Enabling EBO (1) sets the blend region to a uniform gain of 25% and the rest of the image to 100%. Disable EBO (0) to restore previous gain settings.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Examples: NOTE: The 65535 signifies the port address of the controller receiving the message.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.53 FRD Frame Delay 3.54 FRZ Freeze Image FRD Frame Delay Use FRD to adjust the number of lines of delay between the input and output frames (range varies with incoming signal). FRZ Freeze Image FRZ 1 = freeze the image. FRZ 0 = unfreeze the image. 3.55 FSE Fan Sensor Enable FSE Fan Sensor Enable Use FSE if you want the projector to shut down 3 minutes after a critical cooling fan failure. FSE 1 = enabled, FSE 0 = disabled.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Examples: (Status code for each FYI is shown as bold) (00030FYI 001 000 "Powered Off") (00030FYI 002 00057 "Projector address changed from 30 to 57") (00057FYI 003 001 "Projector UI active, RS-232 Inactive") (00057FYI 004 38400 "Baud rate changed to 38400") (00057FYI 006 000 01573 05994 "Good Signal") (00057FYI 006 002 "Bad Sync: HSync is too high") (00057FYI 007 000 "OSD Off") (00057FYI 009 001 "Shutter Closed") (00057FYI 010 034 000 003 "Switched to channel 34, projecto
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Examples: (GIO?) (GIO! "HLLLLHL" "IOOOOII") (GIO "HLLLLHL" "IOOOOII") (GIO C1 O) (GIO? C1) (GIO!C1 O) (GIO C2 “OOIO”) (GIO 1 H) 3.59 GNB Green Blacklevel 3.60 GND Green Drive 3.61 GOG Green Odd Gain // Request state and configuration of all pins // Reply of pin state and configuration // Set Pin state and configuration.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.63 HDC DHDM Configuration HDC DHDM Configuration When the Dual SD/HD-SDI module is present, the HDC command specifies how the card is being used. The module can be used to support a Dual Link setup or have two independent single HD channels. By default the configuration is set to two single channels.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.65 HDL DHDM Look Thru Setting HDL DHDM Loop Thru Setting When the Dual SD/HD-SDI module is present, a serial input may be routed to a serial output to allow chaining of signal sources using the HDL command. You can specify which input is routed to which output. Primary and Secondary sources may also be used as designated inputs to loop to outputs. P1 defines the option card slot you wish to configure and P2 refers to what loop thru inputs and outputs are desired.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.67 HLP Help HLP Help Use HLP for a list of all serial commands supported in your projector—send the (HLP?) request.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.72 ITG Test Pattern Grey ITG Test Pattern Grey Use ITG to set the grey level for the flat field internal test pattern. The range of adjustment depends on the bit depth available in your projector model. 3.73 ITP Internal Test Pattern Use ITP to display an internal test pattern, or to find out what test pattern is currently displayed. The basic test pattern collection is shown listed below - your projector may vary slightly. 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.75 KEY Key Code KEY Key Code To emulate use of the projector’s keypad, you can send codes representing each keypress. NOTE: For most keys, sending a key code to depress a key also sends a code to release the key. Key codes for arrow keys and lens keys, however, cause continual adjustment that must be stopped with a separate code.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.76 KST Keystone KST Keystone Use KST to correct vertical keystone (14-50) so that the sides of the image do not slope away from each other, and the image is rectangular. The default value is 32 (no keystone). For advanced 2D keystone using the Warp Module, see Warp Keystone Corners (WKC). 3.77 LBL Left Blanking LBL Left Blanking Use LBL to blank the left edge of the image (0-1000). The amount of blanking feasible depends on the incoming source data. 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.79 LDT Level Detector LDT Level Detector Enable (1) or disable (0) the LDT (Level Detector Test) mode that can aid in setting up input levels. Use in conjunction with LDV (Level Detector Value), which defines a threshold below which all incoming colors will be turned black, and above which all colors will turn to white. At this point, the Level Detector will be enabled. 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.85 LPC Lamp Changed 3.86 LPH Lamp Hours of Use LPC Lamp Changed Use LPC to record a new lamp serial number (8 characters max.) in projector memory. This will automatically reset the projector’s lamp timer so that it begins to log time for the new lamp. LPH Lamp Hours Of Use Use the request LPH to find out the number of hours logged on the current lamp. 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications To “nudge” the image down a minimum distance, script in a delay between (LVO K3) and (LVO K0). Depending on your application, a delay of at least 20-30 milliseconds may be sufficient. 3.93 MFT Menu Font MFT Menu Font Use MFT to choose whether menu font size is normal (0) or large (1). 3.94 MLK Source Memory Lock MLK Source Memory Lock Use MLK to lock (1) or unlock (0) a specific source setup. See also 2.5, Accessing Specific Source Setups. 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.96 MOT Motion Filter 3.97 MSH Menu Shift Horizontal 3.98 MSP Menu Location 3.99 MSV Menu Shift Vertical 3.100 NAM Source / Channel Name 3.101 NRD Noise Reduction MOT Motion Filter Use MOT to control how de-interlacing is managed. 0 = Auto — software determines the best option. 1 = Still — produces crisp images when there is no motion.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.105 OTF Output Format OTF Output Format Change output format for Cine-IPM 2K. 0 = Single Link on DVI-1 or DVI-2 1 = Twin Link NOTE: DVI-1 has lower 8 bits; DVI-2 has higher 2 bits). 3.106 PAP PIP Aspect Ratio Preset PAP PIP Aspect Ratio Preset Use PAP to select the preferred aspect ratio for your Picture-in-Picture window. 0 = Default 1 = Anamorphic 2 = Custom (Response only – The vertical stretch does not correspond to one of the settings.) 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.111 PHS PIP Horizontal Size PHS PIP Horizontal Size NOTE: Not available in v1.0. Use PHS to set what percentage (0-100) of the screen width to use for the width of the picturein-picture window. Height of the window will then be determined by the aspect ratio of the input image. 3.112 PIP Picture-in-Picture PIP Picture-In-Picture Use PIP to turn picture-in-picture on (1) or off (0). NOTE: Not available in software v1.0. 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.116 PNG Ping PNG Ping Use PNG to request and get basic projector information such as the type of projector & main software version installed on the TIPM (10-bit Image Processor Module). P1 = Wolf Cinema projector type □ 31 = a projector listed on page 3 (always). These all include a TIPM.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.122 PWR Power PWR Power Use PWR to turn the projector power on or off, or to use special modes during a download, or to see the current power state. 0 = Off 1 = On 2 = Boot mode (for downloading new code only) DO NOT USE 3 = No lamp (powered up, but lamp is off. For downloading only.) 11 = Warming up (read only) 3.123 PXP Pixel Phase PXP Pixel Phase Use PXP to adjust the position of the sampling clock relative to the video data.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Reading the Configuration of a Port P1 = ‘port’ same values for ‘port’ as above Example: (REM? C2): Returns (REM! C002 r 0115200) Sending Arbitrary Data Out a Port P1 = Port Same values for ‘port’ as above P2 = Data The data to send out the specified port Example: (REM 2 “A123”): The data A123 is sent out the OUT port without any other protocol characters. Some codes are not standard ASCII characters.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.131 RTE Real Time Events RTE Real Time Events Use RTE to specify actions to be initiated at a certain point in time or by an external stimulus. This action can be anything supported in the projector, as long as the action itself is not embedded within an RTE command (such as GIO input simulation and others).
Appendix B ► Serial Communications P3 = State/details (opt.) P3 only applies if: P2 = 1 (Power) If P3 is 0 = Power Off If P3 is 1 = Power On P2 = 2 (Error) P3 = error number P2 = 5 (Signal Input) P3 = Input number P2 = 6 (Signal Channel) P3 = Channel Number This optional parameter further defines the state.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.132 SAV Save Change 3.133 SBE Slidebar Enable 3.134 SDE Source Dialog Enable 3.135 SHU Shutter 3.136 SIN Select Input 3.137 SIZ Size 3.138 SOR Screen Orientation SAV Save Changes The projector normally saves any changes every few minutes and with every power-down. Use SAV to save changes immediately, and to retain them in the event of a power failure. The projector will save into flash memory all outstanding changes. The SAV message has no parameters.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.141 System Status SST System Status Use SST to find out a variety of information about the current state of the projector. The single broad-ranging request (SST?) for all information triggers the return of a series of replies as if multiple requests had been sent. In each of these status replies, P1 explains the general content or topic in the reply, and P2 the individual details.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications 3.143 SZP Size-Position Presets 3.144 TBL Top Blanking 3.145 TMD Time & Date SZP Size-Position Presets Use SZP to resize the image according to one of several preset methods. Any value other than “1” shows Custom in the menu. Note: When set to default (0), a reading from the projector will identify the current default setting.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications When a request is made to retrieve the user message that has already been set, the returned value is displayed in the same format as setting the text. Examples: (usr“hello world”) - basic user message. (usr“hello world\nline two”) - message with new line in the middle. (usr“Contact \“freddy\” for help”) - message with embedded quote. See 2.1, Basic Message Structure for text parameters. 3.148 VBL Video Black Level 3.
Appendix B ► Serial Communications Any coordinate value that is ½ that of the native resolution of the projector defines a “normal” location (i.e., no warping). For example, in a projector with 1400 x 1050 resolution, any “x” value of 700 is normal. A value over 700 moves a corner to the right; a value below 700 moves a corner to the left. A value of 0 moves a corner as far from center as possible (which may be off the screen).
Appendix C THROW DISTANCE Calculating Throw Distance It is important throw distance be precisely calculated for your installation using the appropriate formula from the chart below. To calculate throw distance you must know the screen size and the lens type installed in the projector. In general, the larger you want the image to be the greater the distance you must allow between the lens and the screen.
appendix D SYSTEM INTEGRATION The GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) connector located on the input panel provides a flexible method of interfacing a wide range of external I/O devices to the projector. There are seven GIO pins available on the nine-pin D-Sub GPIO connector, which are configurable via RS232 commands. The other two pins are reserved for ground and power – see table below for pin identification.
Appendix D ► System Integration Real Time Event Use the serial command RTE to specify an action that is initiated at a particular time or based on an external stimulus. For General Purpose IO “G” Parameter Name Value P1 RTE type G (Real Time I/O Event) P2 I/O bit 1-7 P3 Pin state (1 Character) (String) H = High L = Low “LHXXXHL” Combine multiple inputs and trigger occurs when all conditions are met P4 Commands Any valid serial protocol command for the device Example 2.
appendix E OPTIONAL INPUT MODULES DVI Input Module > This module can display digital video input signals conforming to the DVI (Digital Visual Interface) single-channel standard.
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