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Barco HDX series User Manual

Barco HDX series
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HDX series
Installation manual
R5905032/00
01/06/2011

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Barco HDX series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBarco
ModelHDX series
CategoryProjector
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Safety

1.1 General considerations

Provides general safety guidelines, instructions, warnings, and cautions for using the projector.

1.2 Important safety instructions

Details critical safety instructions to prevent electrical shock and personal injury during operation and maintenance.

1.3 Important warnings concerning HDX flight cases

Outlines essential safety warnings for stacking and transporting HDX projectors in flight cases.

2. General

2.1 Installation requirements

Specifies environmental conditions, cooling, and power requirements for safe HDX projector operation.

2.2 Unpacking the projector

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely unpacking the projector and allowing it to acclimatize.

2.3 Initial inspection

Guides the user on performing an initial inspection of the projector for damage and checking box contents.

2.4 HDX flight case

Introduces the HDX flight case, its features, and warnings regarding stacking.

2.5 Projector configurations

Details the different mounting and projection configurations available for the HDX projector.

3. Physical installation

3.1 Remote control unit (RCU)

Describes the RCU, its components, and provides an overview of its installation and usage.

3.2 Lenses

Provides an overview of lens selection, installation, removal, and adjustment procedures.

3.2.1 Available lenses

Lists and illustrates the available TLD HB (High Brightness) lens series for the HDX projector.

3.2.2 Lens selection

Guides on how to select the appropriate lens for the projector based on screen width and room position.

3.2.3 Lens installation

Details the step-by-step procedure for installing a lens assembly into the projector's lens holder.

3.2.4 Lens removal

Provides instructions on how to safely remove the lens assembly from the projector's lens holder.

3.2.5 Lens shift, zoom & focus

Explains how to adjust lens shift, zoom, and focus using the RCU or local keypad.

3.2.6 Scheimpflug adjustment

Describes the procedure for adjusting the lens holder to achieve a sharp focus plane across the screen.

3.3 Connecting the projector with the power net

Details the procedure for safely connecting the projector to the local power net.

3.4 Alignment of a table mounted projector

Explains how to align a table-mounted projector by adjusting feet for level and right angles.

3.5 Mounting the bottom carry handler

Provides instructions for mounting the bottom carry handler onto the projector.

3.6 Mounting the top carry handler

Details the procedure for mounting the top carry handle onto the projector for easier transport.

3.7 Suspension of the projector with rigging clamps

Guides on installing and using rigging clamps to suspend the projector in a hanging configuration.

3.8 Alignment of a ceiling mounted projector

Explains how to perform skew adjustment for a ceiling-mounted projector using the carry handle knob.

4. Input & Communication

4.1 Introduction

Describes the Input & Communication panel, its modules, and connection ports.

4.2 Input source connections

Details the DVI, 3G/HDSDI, and optional 5-cable input connections and specifications.

4.3 Communication connections

Explains the communication interface, including DMX, RS232/RS422, USB, and Ethernet ports.

4.4 Utility-Accessory Outlet

Describes the utility-accessory outlet and its pin configuration for DMX-controlled accessories.

5. Getting started

5.1 RCU & Local keypad

Explains how the projector can be controlled by the local keypad or the remote control unit.

5.2 Terminology overview

Provides an overview of the functionality of the keys on the local keypad and RCU.

5.3 Power on projector

Details the procedure for powering on the projector and describes the startup screen information.

5.4 Switching to standby

Explains how to switch the projector to standby mode and save custom settings.

5.5 Power off projector

Outlines the procedure for powering off the projector, including cooling down the lamp.

5.6 Status LEDs

Provides an overview of the projector's status LEDs, their colors, and meanings.

5.7 Using the RCU

Explains how to use the RCU for pointing to the screen or via hardwired XLR input.

5.8 Projector Address

Discusses projector addressing for individual or common control and how to set them.

5.9 Source selection

Details how to select sources when Picture-in-Picture is active or inactive.

6. Quick set up adjustment

6.1 Text boxes ON or OFF

Explains the text toggle function to switch on-screen text boxes on or off.

6.2 Quick Lens Adjustment via LENS key

Guides on performing quick lens zoom/focus and shift adjustments using the LENS key.

6.3 Direct Lens Adjustment (RCU)

Describes how to use the RCU buttons for direct lens adjustment of zoom, focus, and shift.

6.4 Quick picture in picture

Explains how to quickly activate or deactivate the Picture-in-Picture (PIP) feature.

6.5 Quick language selection

Details how to change the projector's on-screen menu and display language.

7. Start up of the adjustment mode

7.1 About the adjustment mode

Describes the adjustment mode as the central place for projector control and alignment.

7.2 About the use of the remote control and the local keypad

Explains that navigations and adjustments can be done via remote or local keypad.

7.3 Start up the adjustment mode

Guides on how to start the adjustment mode using the remote control or local keypad.

7.4 Navigation and adjustments

Explains how to navigate menus and make adjustments using the projector controls.

7.5 Menu memory

Describes how the menu system remembers the last selected sub-item.

7.6 Shortcut keys to the menus

Explains how to use and create shortcut keys for direct access to menus.

7.7 Test patterns in adjustment mode

Details how to call and display test patterns for alignment purposes.

8. INPUT

8.1 Input menu overview

Provides an overview table of the Input menu structure and its options.

8.2 Slot Module Type

Overview of slot module types including input configuration details.

8.2.3 DVI - RGB input

Details the selection options for DVI/RGB input signals.

8.2.4 SDI input

Explains the Dual SD/HD/3G-SDI input capabilities and setup options.

8.2.5 5 cable input

Describes the selection and configuration of the optional 5-cable input.

8.3 Input locking

Explains how to lock the output signal to an input source or internal sync.

8.4 Native resolution

Details how to toggle the native resolution function for source display.

8.5 No Signal

Overview of options for handling situations when no signal is available.

8.5.1 Background color

Guides on how to set the background color when no signal is present.

8.5.2 Background Logo

Explains how to activate a custom logo display when no signal is available.

8.5.3 Shutdown settings

Details how to configure automatic shutdown settings when no signal is detected.

8.5.4 Shutdown retarding time

Explains how to set the time delay before the projector initiates shutdown.

8.5.5 Auto Dimming

Describes how auto dimming reduces lamp power when no signal is detected.

9. IMAGE

9.1 Image menu overview

Provides an overview table of the Image menu structure and its options.

9.2 Start up the Image adjustments

Guides on how to access and start the image adjustment menus.

9.3 Image settings

Overview of available image settings, noting some may be grayed out.

9.3.1 Contrast

Explains how to adjust the contrast between light and dark areas of the image.

9.3.2 Brightness

Details how to adjust the black level of the input picture.

9.3.3 Saturation

Describes how to adjust the color saturation levels of the image.

9.3.4 Phase

Explains how to adjust the 'Phase' setting to correct image jitter or mis-sampling.

9.3.5 Color temperature (fixed values)

Guides on selecting fixed color temperature presets for optimum color tracking.

9.3.6 Color temperature (custom values)

Details how to set custom color temperature by adjusting gain red and blue.

9.3.7 Input Balance

Introduction to input balancing and how to adjust black and white levels for color signals.

9.4 Aspect Ratio

Explains how to set the aspect ratio to force the projector to display images correctly.

9.5 Timings

Overview of timing settings including source timings.

9.5.1 Source timings

Details adjustable items for source timings like horizontal/vertical start and active pixels.

9.5.2 Advanced timings, clamp delay - clamp width

Explains how to adjust advanced timing parameters: clamp delay and clamp width.

9.6 Image File Services

Overview of image file services for managing source-dependent adjustments.

9.6.1 Files and file manipulations

Describes file manipulations like load, rename, delete, and copy for image settings.

9.6.2 Manual Load file

Guides on how to manually load image files for projector configuration.

9.6.3 File Load Filter

Explains how to set the file load filter to reduce or expand the list of available files.

9.6.4 Delete a file

Details how to delete custom image files, warning that active files cannot be deleted.

9.6.5 Delete all custom files

Explains how to delete all custom image files at once.

9.6.6 Rename custom files

Guides on how to rename custom image files.

9.6.7 Copy custom file

Details how to copy custom image files to a new file.

9.6.8 Image file service options, Load file

Explains options for loading image files automatically or manually.

9.6.9 Image file service options, Auto Picture Alignment

Describes options for activating auto picture alignment.

9.7 Save custom settings

Guides on how to save current custom settings to the projector's internal backup device.

10. LAYOUT

10.1 Layout menu overview

Provides an overview table of the Layout menu structure and its options.

10.2 Introduction

Explains that layout files determine window size and position, with pre-defined and custom options.

10.3 Main window

Overview of main window settings including source selection, size, and position.

10.3.1 Main window source selection

Guides on selecting the input source for the main window display.

10.3.2 Main window size

Details how to adjust the main window's width and height, with an option to lock aspect ratio.

10.3.3 Main window position

Explains how to reposition the main window on the screen using start coordinates.

10.4 PiP window

Overview of Picture-in-Picture (PIP) window settings.

10.4.1 Introduction to PIP

Explains the concept of Picture-in-Picture (PIP) mode for displaying multiple images.

10.4.2 Picture in Picture activation

Guides on how to activate or deactivate the PIP window feature.

10.4.3 PiP window, source selection

Details how to select the input source for the PIP window.

10.4.4 PiP window, Size

Explains how to resize the PIP window's width and height.

10.4.5 PiP window, position

Guides on how to position the PIP window on the display using start coordinates.

10.5 Layout File Services

Overview of services for managing layout files, including load, rename, delete, and copy.

10.5.1 Load layout file

Details how to load layout files, which may require two sources for PIP.

10.5.2 Rename layout file

Explains how to rename custom created layout files.

10.5.3 Delete layout file

Guides on how to delete custom layout files, noting active files cannot be deleted.

10.5.4 Delete all layout files

Explains how to delete all custom layout files at once.

10.5.5 Copy or Save as layout file

Details how to copy the current layout to a new file.

10.6 Zoom - Focus - Shift windows

Explains how to set zoom/focus settings to be the same or different for each layout.

11. LAMP

11.1 Lamp menu overview

Provides an overview table of the Lamp menu structure and its options.

11.2 Lamp power mode

Describes switching between Normal and Economic lamp power modes for life time and output.

11.3 Lamp power

Details how to reduce the light output by decreasing the lamp power.

11.4 Auto dimming when on Pause

Explains how auto dimming reduces lamp power when the projector is paused.

11.5 CLO mode (Constant light output mode)

Describes Constant Light Output (CLO) to maintain constant light output over time.

11.6 CLO targets

Guides on how to set the target lumens for the CLO mode.

11.7 Lamp identification

Shows how to display lamp parameters like serial number and runtime.

11.8 Z-axis adjustment

Explains the Z-axis menu for displaying light output and readjusting lamp position.

12. ALIGNMENT

12.1 Alignment menu overview

Provides an overview table of the Alignment menu structure and its options.

12.2 Orientation

Details how to define the projector's physical installation orientation (table, ceiling, auto).

12.3 Lens adjustment, zoom - focus

Guides on adjusting lens zoom and focus using the projector controls.

12.4 Lens adjustment, shift

Explains how to adjust lens shift vertically and horizontally.

12.5 Lens adjustment, mid position

Details how to return the lens position to its mid-point.

12.6 Home lens at startup

Describes the homing procedure to set the projector's exact lens position at startup.

12.7 Calibrate lens

Provides instructions on how to perform lens calibration, a time-consuming operation.

12.8 Warping

Overview of warping functions for image distortion compensation.

12.8.1 About warping

Explains image warping as digital manipulation to compensate for screen distortion.

12.8.2 Warping status

Details how to set the warping status (Off, Manual, File).

12.8.3 Rotation

Guides on how to rotate the image clockwise or counter-clockwise.

12.8.4 Keystone

Explains horizontal and vertical keystone adjustment for non-standard projection angles.

12.8.5 Pin-Barrel correction

Details how to adjust barrel and pincushion distortions of the image.

12.8.6 4 corners adjustment

Guides on how to adjust each corner of the image separately in X and Y directions.

12.8.7 Warp file service

Explains how to use warp files downloaded via Projector Toolset.

12.9 Blanking adjustment

Details how to adjust blanking to frame the image or hide unwanted information.

12.10 Contrast-Intensity

Explains how to adjust contrast and intensity for the projected image.

12.11 Gamma

Describes Gamma as an image quality enhancement function for darker image portions.

12.12 Internal patterns

Explains how to use internal patterns for measurement and alignment purposes.

12.13 Color space

Details how to select and adjust color space or standard for color reproduction.

12.14 Scenergix

Overview of Scenergix for multichannel setup and image blending.

12.14.1 Introduction

Explains why Scenergix is used for creating a single view appearance in wide screen applications.

12.14.2 Preparations

Outlines preparations for Scenergix adjustment, including convergence and color matching.

12.14.3 Scenergix activation

Guides on how to activate or deactivate Scenergix.

12.14.4 Scenergix pattern

Details how to display an internal pattern to facilitate Scenergix adjustment.

12.14.5 Scenergix adjustment lines

Explains how to display border lines for blending areas during white and black level adjustment.

12.14.6 White level adjustment (blending area)

Guides on adjusting the white level for blending areas.

12.14.7 Black level adjustment

Details how to set the leakage area width and adjust black levels for overlap zones.

13. PROJECTOR CONTROL

13.1 Projector Control menu overview

Provides an overview table of the Projector Control menu structure and options.

13.2 Individual Projector Address

Explains setting an individual address for controlling the projector via remote or serial connection.

13.3 Projector Common Address

Details setting a common address ('0' or '1') for group control of projectors.

13.4 Serial Communication

Overview of serial communication settings, including baud rate and interface standard.

13.4.1 Baud rate setup

Guides on setting the baud rate for serial communication with a computer.

13.4.2 Interface Standard

Explains how to set the communication protocol to RS232 or RS422.

13.5 Network

Overview of network connection options via wired or wireless modules.

13.5.1 Introduction to a Network connection

Explains network concepts like DHCP, IP, Subnet Mask, and MAC address.

13.5.2 Wired DHCP set up

Details how to set up DHCP for a wired network connection.

13.5.3 Wired IP address set up

Guides on setting a static IP address for a wired network connection.

13.5.4 Wired subnet mask set up

Explains how to set the subnet mask for a wired network connection.

13.5.5 Wired default gateway set up

Guides on setting the default gateway for a wired network connection.

13.5.6 Wireless network activation

Details how to activate the wireless network module's status.

13.5.7 Wireless DHCP set up

Explains how to set up wireless DHCP for automatic IP address assignment.

13.5.8 Wireless IP address set up

Guides on setting a static IP address for a wireless network connection.

13.5.9 Wireless subnet mask set up

Explains how to set the subnet mask for a wireless network connection.

13.6 IR Control switching

Details how to activate or deactivate IR receivers for remote control operation.

13.7 DMX

Overview of DMX control features including address, universe, mode, and monitor.

13.7.1 DMX address

Guides on setting a unique DMX address for projector commands.

13.7.2 DMX universe

Explains how to set the DMX universe, relevant for Art-Net applications.

13.7.3 DMX mode

Details the available DMX modes (Basic, Extended, Full) for application use.

13.7.4 Art net DMX

Explains how to enable or disable DMX transmission via Ethernet (Art-Net).

13.7.5 Monitor

Describes how to view DMX settings per channel on an on-screen menu.

13.8 Buttons

Overview of projector buttons including standby and shortcut keys.

13.8.1 Standby button

Details the functions of the standby button (lamp only or lamp and power).

13.8.2 Shortcut keys

Explains how to view and clear shortcut key allocations for menu access.

13.9 Menu position

Guides on changing the on-screen menu and bar scale position on the screen.

13.10 Local LCD

Details how to adjust the local LCD backlight and set a timeout.

13.11 Language selection

Explains how to change the language of the on-screen and local display menus.

14. SERVICE

14.1 Service menu overview

Provides an overview table of the Service menu structure and its options.

14.2 Identification

Shows how to display general projector information like address, version, and serial number.

14.3 Diagnosis

Overview of the diagnosis menu for checking projector working status.

14.3.1 Versions

Details how to display software versions and compare current vs. reference software.

14.3.2 Measurements

Explains how to view measurements for voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds.

14.3.3 Logging

Guides on how to display log files for the main controller and lamp power supply.

14.3.4 Board Id

Shows how to get an overview of modules with their article and serial numbers.

14.3.5 Notification

Explains how to display notifications (warnings and errors) on the projector.

14.3.6 Tilt sensor

Details how to check the tilt sensor status to ensure allowed projector position.

14.4 Internal Service Patterns

Guides on selecting and displaying internal patterns for alignment and measurement.

14.5 Convergence

Explains how to check and perform electronic realignment of red, green, and blue convergence.

14.6 Factory defaults

Details how to restore the projector to its original factory settings, erasing user settings.

14.7 USB memory

Describes saving and loading custom settings to/from a USB stick.

14.8 Reset Formatter

Guides on how to reset the projector's formatter.

14.9 Refill mode

Explains how to start the refill mode for the cooling circuit.

14.10 Save Custom Settings

Details how to save current custom settings to the internal backup device.

14.11 Special HD Camera mode

Describes the 'Special HD Camera mode' for specific sources and its default position.

14.12 Auto Dimming when over-temperature

Explains how auto dimming activates to cool the projector during over-temperature.

14.13 Time and Date

Guides on how to set the projector's time and date.

15. MAINTENANCE

15.1 Cleaning the lens

Provides recommendations for cleaning the projector lens to avoid damage.

15.2 Cleaning the exterior of the projector

Details how to clean the projector housing with a damp cloth.

16. SERVICING

16.1 Inserting an input module

Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting a new input module into the projector.

16.2 Removal of the lamp house

Details the procedure for removing the lamp house, requiring a flat screwdriver.

16.3 Installation of the lamp house

Guides on how to install the lamp house correctly into its socket.

16.4 Removal of the front cover

Provides instructions for removing the front cover, requiring a 7 mm flat screwdriver.

16.5 Mounting the front cover

Details how to mount the front cover back onto the projector.

16.6 Removal of the lamp cover

Guides on how to remove the lamp cover using a 7 mm flat screwdriver.

16.7 Mounting the lamp cover

Details how to mount the lamp cover back onto the projector.

16.8 Replacement of the high density dust filter

Explains how to replace the high density dust filter, recommending replacement over cleaning.

16.9 Remove and clear metal front filter

Guides on removing, cleaning, or replacing the metal front filter.

A. DIMENSIONS

A.1 Dimensions of a HDX projector

Provides dimensional drawings and measurements of the HDX projector.

B. SPECIFICATIONS

B.1 Specifications of the HDX W14

Lists the technical specifications for the HDX W14 projector model.

B.2 Specifications of the HDX W12

Lists the technical specifications for the HDX W12 projector model.

C. STANDARD SOURCE FILES

C.1 Table overview

Provides a table overview of pre-programmed standard image files and their settings.

D. DMX CHART

D.1 DMX chart, Basic

Details the basic DMX functions, values, and actions for projector control.

D.2 DMX chart, Full

Provides the full DMX chart with extended functions, values, and actions for projector control.

D.3 DMX chart, Extended

Details the extended DMX chart including lens control and lamp power functions.

E. STACKING HDX PROJECTORS

E.1 Mount stacking points

Guides on how to mount stacking points on the projector for stacking.

E.2 Stacking HDX projectors

Details how to stack projectors, including cautions for table and ceiling configurations.

E.3 Aligning stacked HDX projectors

Explains how to align stacked projectors using reference patterns and adjustment points.

F. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION

F.1 Disposal information

Provides information on the proper disposal of the equipment and batteries.

F.2 Rohs compliance

Details RoHS compliance information for Turkey and China, including hazardous substances.

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