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Christie IMB-S3 User Manual

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User Guide
020-102584-04
Christie IMB-S3

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Christie IMB-S3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeIntegrated Media Block
Network ConnectivityGigabit Ethernet
Power Requirements100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
Resolution Support2K, 4K
CompatibilityChristie projectors
Input FormatsDCP, JPEG2000
Content SupportDigital cinema content
InputsUSB
OutputsHDMI, SDI
StorageInternal storage
SecurityContent encryption

Summary

NOTICES

COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS

Copyright information and trademark acknowledgments for Christie products.

GENERAL

General disclaimers on product specifications, availability, and performance variations.

WARRANTY

Details Christie's standard limited warranty, its exclusions, and limitations for products.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

Highlights the importance of scheduled maintenance to keep the product warranty valid.

REGULATORY

Information on product compliance with regulatory standards, including FCC and IC.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Guidance on product disposal and environmental responsibility according to regulations.

Safety precautions

General safety precautions

Provides essential safety and warning guidelines before installing or operating the Christie IMB.

Introduction

Key features

Highlights the main capabilities of the Christie Integrated Media Block (IMB), including NAS connectivity.

Product documentation

Instructions on accessing product documentation, including setup and user information, from the Christie website.

Related documentation

Lists additional documents providing further information on the Christie IMB S3 product.

Managing storage devices

Configuring a NAS Ethernet port IP address

Steps to configure the IP address for the NAS port on the main projector communication board.

Adding a NAS device

Procedure for adding a network attached storage (NAS) device, requiring NFS protocol.

Connecting to a Christie NAS

Detailed instructions for connecting a Christie network attached storage (NAS) device to the system.

Creating a Christie NAS network share folder

Steps to create a network share folder on the NAS device for content ingestion by the IMB.

Verifying NFS is enabled and disabling sleep mode

Procedures to ensure NFS service is active and disable sleep mode on the NAS device.

Configuring the Christie IMB and NAS communication settings

How to set up communication parameters between the Christie IMB and the NAS device.

Connecting to a content network

Instructions for connecting the IMB to a content network to ingest content from external sources.

Content network topology

Diagram illustrating the components and connections within a content network setup.

Editing NAS settings

Procedure to modify the configuration settings for a connected network attached storage (NAS) device.

Testing the network attached storage connection

How to verify and test the network connection to the attached storage (NAS) device.

Testing the network attached storage performance

Procedure to test the read and write performance of the network attached storage (NAS) device.

Deleting network attached storage

Steps to remove a network attached storage (NAS) device that is no longer required from the system.

Managing content

Content manager icons

Explanation of icons used within the content manager interface for identifying content types.

Ingesting content and keys

Steps to ingest content and decryption keys from an ingest device to the projector.

Canceling an ingest

Procedure to cancel an ongoing content or key ingest operation if it takes too long.

Viewing remaining NAS storage capacity

How to check the available storage space on the connected NAS device for content management.

Filtering content by type

Methods to filter content displayed in the content manager based on specific content types.

Viewing available keys

How to view the list of available decryption keys required for playing encrypted content.

Filtering the key list

Options to filter the displayed list of decryption keys by their validity status.

Deleting local content

Steps to delete local content from the system to free up storage space.

Deleting keys

Procedure for deleting decryption keys that are no longer required or have expired.

Collapsing or expanding columns

How to adjust column visibility in the content manager interface for better information display.

Viewing content details

Accessing detailed information about selected content items through the Properties panel.

Loading and playing content

Steps to load content or playlists and initiate playback on the projector.

Unloading content

Procedure to stop and remove loaded content from playback when it's no longer needed.

Managing audio settings

Setting the global audio delay

How to adjust the global audio delay for synchronized playback of audio and video.

Setting the audio output rate

Procedure to set the audio output rate to match the capabilities of the connected audio device.

Mapping channels

How to map Digital Cinema Package (DCP) audio channels to AES outputs for correct audio routing.

Enabling Dolby Atmos

Steps to enable Dolby Atmos audio playback for compatible content on the Christie IMB.

Disabling Dolby Atmos

Procedure to disable Dolby Atmos audio playback when it is no longer required.

Managing Christie IMB settings

Adding a channel for IMB input

How to create a channel to store customized projector settings for input devices connected to the IMB.

Downloading a certificate

Steps to download projector certificates required for DCP decryption and log file signing.

Viewing status information

How to check the current status and detailed information of the Christie IMB on the master projector.

Importing a product enhancement

Procedure to import a license file to activate specific product enhancements on the IMB.

Uploading the Christie IMB software upgrade package

How to upload a software upgrade package to the Christie IMB from a USB flash drive.

Installing an upgrade package

Steps to install a software upgrade package to update the projector's software components.

Deleting an upgrade package

Procedure to remove a software upgrade package that is no longer required from the IMB.

Managing playlists

Creating a new playlist

How to create a new playlist comprised of content files and automated events.

Reordering playlist content

Steps to change the sequence of content or macros within an existing playlist.

Adding a time offset to a macro

How to adjust the timing of a macro's execution within a playlist.

Replacing playlist content

Procedure to substitute existing content in a playlist with new content items.

Removing playlist content

Steps to remove specific content items from a playlist.

Copying a playlist

How to create a duplicate of an existing playlist for reuse or modification.

Opening an intermission playlist

How to open and view a specific intermission playlist from the top-level list.

Viewing details about playlist content

Accessing detailed information about individual content items within a playlist.

Importing a playlist

Procedure to import playlists from other projectors or computers on the network.

Exporting a playlist

How to export playlists to other projectors or computers for backup or transfer.

Deleting a playlist

Steps to delete a playlist that is no longer required or has expired.

Working with the scheduler

Scheduling a playlist, content, or automation

How to schedule playlists, content, or automation events for automatic playback on specific dates and times.

Editing a scheduled event

Procedure to modify the run time, date, and other settings of a scheduled event.

Copying and pasting an existing scheduled event

How to copy a scheduled event and paste it to a different date or time.

Copying and pasting scheduled events for an entire day

Procedure to copy and paste all scheduled events for a full day to another date.

Cutting and pasting a scheduled event

Steps to move a scheduled event to a different date and time using cut and paste functionality.

Loading a scheduled event for playback

How to load a scheduled event into the playback queue for immediate execution.

Deleting a scheduled event

Procedure to delete an individual scheduled event that is no longer required.

Deleting scheduled events for an entire day

Steps to clear all scheduled events for a specific day from the scheduler.

Changing the day of the week the scheduler starts

How to set the starting day of the week for the scheduler to align with theater schedules.

Turning the scheduler off

Procedure to disable the scheduler and stop automatic event execution.

Managing automation

Macros

Defines macros as lists of actions for automation and explains their activation methods.

Device input triggers

Explains input cues for events and their use in playlists and global triggers for automation.

Global triggers

Describes global triggers as combinations of input cues and macros to initiate automation.

Available macro actions

Lists the macro actions available for controlling automated events and system functions.

Christie ACT actions

Lists the built-in commands available for controlling Christie ACT devices.

JNIOR actions

Lists the built-in commands available for controlling JNIOR devices.

Dolby Cinema processor actions

Lists available commands for Dolby Cinema processors like CP650, CP750, and CP850.

SKA-3D actions

Lists the built-in commands available for controlling SKA-3D devices.

Adding an automation device to your auditorium

Steps to add and configure an automation device for remote control and communication.

Modifying automation device settings

How to update settings for existing automation devices, such as IP address or credentials.

Removing an automation device from your auditorium

Procedure to remove an automation device that is no longer required or physically present.

Creating a macro

How to create a macro to perform a specific list of actions on the projector or system.

Running a macro

Steps to execute a created macro to perform its defined sequence of actions.

Adding an action item to an existing macro

How to add more actions or commands to an already created macro.

Adding a macro to an existing macro

Procedure to combine multiple macros into a single, more complex macro.

Deleting a macro

Steps to remove a macro that is no longer required from the system.

Creating a new playlist trigger

How to create triggers that activate automation devices within playlists.

Editing existing playlist trigger settings

How to modify the behavior and parameters of existing playlist triggers.

Deleting a playlist trigger

Procedure to remove a playlist trigger when it is no longer needed.

Creating a new global trigger

How to create a global trigger to initiate automation macros based on specific events.

Editing existing global trigger settings

Steps to modify the settings and behavior of existing global triggers.

Deleting a global trigger

Procedure to remove a global trigger when it is no longer required.

Importing a device library

How to import device libraries containing control commands for specific devices.

Viewing a device library

Steps to view the available actions and commands within a device library.

Deleting a device library

Procedure to remove a device library that is no longer needed or used.

Accessing projector diagnostics

Retrieving and downloading system logs

How to access and download projector system logs for fault identification and troubleshooting.

Running the projector interrogator

Procedure to run the projector interrogator utility for fault identification and correction.

Downloading a certificate

Steps to download required certificates for digital cinema package (DCP) decryption.

Backing up and restoring files

Creating a new backup file

How to create a backup file of projector or IMB settings for disaster recovery.

Exporting a backup file

Procedure to export a backup file to another location for safekeeping or transfer.

Importing a backup file

Steps to import a backup file to restore projector or IMB settings.

Deleting a backup file

Procedure to remove a backup file that is no longer required or has been uploaded in error.

Restoring settings from a backup file

How to restore projector or IMB settings by selecting and applying a backup file.

IMB Specifications

Physical specifications

Details the physical dimensions and weight of the Christie IMB.

Power specifications

Outlines the power requirements for the IMB, including DC power supply and current.

Environmental specifications

Lists the operating environment requirements for the IMB, including temperature and humidity.

Non-operating environment

Specifies the environmental conditions for the IMB when it is not in operation.

Compatible cinema formats - 2D video

Lists supported 2D video formats and specifications for cinema content compatible with the IMB.

Compatible cinema formats - 3D video

Lists supported 3D video formats and specifications for cinema content compatible with the IMB.

MPEG-2 MXF Interop supported formats

Details supported MPEG-2 MXF Interop formats and their specifications for content playback.

Supported audio formats

Lists the supported audio formats and specifications for the Christie IMB's audio output.

Supported NAS devices

Lists compatible Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices that work with the Christie IMB.

NAS requirements

Minimum requirements for Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices to ensure compatibility with the IMB.

AES3 port pin map

Provides pin mapping details for the AES3 port connections on the Christie IMB.

Control signal compatibility

Information on control signal compatibility requirements for integrating the IMB with other systems.

Regulatory

Lists the various regulations and standards the product conforms to regarding safety and EMC.

Safety

General safety information and precautions related to the use and operation of the product.

Electro-magnetic compatibility

Details the product's compliance with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards for emissions and immunity.

Environmental

Information regarding environmental compliance, hazardous substances, and waste regulations.

Security policy

Outlines the security policy requirements, ports, and parameters protected by the Christie IMB.

Anti-tampering circuitry

Explains the anti-tampering security module, its monitoring, and activation consequences.

Glossary

CPL

Defines Composition Play List (CPL) as a file specifying assets for digital cinema playback.

DAS

Defines Direct Attached Storage (DAS) as computer data storage directly connected to a system.

DCP

Defines Digital Cinema Package (DCP) as files containing digital cinema content.

DHCP

Defines Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) for allocating IP addresses.

IMB

Defines Integrated Media Block (IMB) as the component that decrypts and decodes film content.

KDM

Defines Key Delivery Message (KDM) as a digital decryption key for encrypted content.

NAS

Defines Network Attached Storage (NAS) as computer storage connected to a network.

NFS

Defines Network File System (NFS) as a distributed file system protocol.

OV

Defines Original Version (OV) as the first release version of a feature distributed by a studio.

PKL

Defines Packing List (PKL) file as a file specifying the contents of a digital cinema package.

VF

Defines Version File (VF) as a supplemental version of a feature with enhancements or corrections.

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