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Christie LWU501i User Manual

Christie LWU501i
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LX501/LW401/LWU421/
LX601i/LW551i/LWU501i
User Manual-Operating Guide
020-000461-02

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Christie LWU501i Specifications

General IconGeneral
Contrast Ratio5, 000:1 (Full On/Off)
Weight22.5 kg (49.6 lbs)
Lamp Life20, 000 hours
TechnologyDLP
Light Source Life20, 000 hours
Projection TechnologyDLP
Brightness5, 000 ANSI Lumens
Resolution1920 x 1200
Light SourceLaser
Lens ShiftHorizontal: ± 20%
Input ConnectorsHDMI, VGA, Composite Video, USB
Dimensions (W x D x H)520 x 450 x 200 mm (20.5 x 17.7 x 7.9 inches)

Summary

Introduction

About this manual

Explains the meaning of symbols used in the manual.

Trademark acknowledgment

Lists trademarks and their owners.

Features

Highlights key features of the projector.

Checking the contents of package

Lists items that should be included in the projector package.

Part names

Identifies and labels the various parts of the projector.

Setting up

Arrangement

Provides guidance on placing the projector for optimal use.

Connecting with your devices

Details how to connect the projector to external devices.

Fastening the adapter cover

Instructions for securing the adapter cover.

Fastening the cable holder

Instructions for securing cables with the cable holder.

Fastening the cables

Guidance on securing signal cables.

Using the security bar and slot

Explains how to use security features to prevent theft.

Connecting to a power supply

Step-by-step guide to connect the projector to a power source.

Remote control

Installing the batteries

How to insert batteries into the remote control.

Using the REMOTE ID function

How to assign and use remote control ID for multiple projectors.

Changing the frequency of remote control signal

Instructions to change the remote control signal frequency.

About the remote control signal

Describes the range and behavior of the remote control signal.

Using as a simple PC mouse & keyboard

How to use the remote control as a PC mouse and keyboard.

Status Monitor

Displaying the condition of the projector

How to read and interpret the projector's status monitor display.

Displaying the log

How to view setup information and error history.

Power on/off

Turning on the power

Step-by-step instructions to power on the projector.

Turning off the power

Step-by-step instructions to power off the projector.

Operating

Adjusting the volume

How to adjust the audio volume of the projector.

Temporarily turning off the screen and audio

How to mute the screen and audio temporarily.

Selecting an input signal

How to choose the active input source for the projector.

Selecting an aspect ratio

How to adjust the picture's aspect ratio.

Adjusting the projector’s elevator

How to adjust the projector's height and tilt using elevator feet.

Adjusting the lens

Covers lens adjustments like zoom, focus, position, and memory.

Lens memory

How to save, load, and clear lens adjustment settings.

Adjusting the position

How to adjust the picture's position on the screen.

Using the automatic adjustment feature

How to automatically adjust picture settings for optimal display.

Correcting the distortion

Methods for correcting screen distortion like keystone.

Using the magnify feature

How to magnify the projected image.

Temporarily freezing the screen

How to freeze the current image on the screen.

Temporarily shutting the screen

How to close the lens shutter to turn the screen black.

PbyP (Picture by Picture)

Setting information

Displays input information for each area in PbyP mode.

Changing the main area

Toggles the main display area in PbyP mode.

Changing the picture input signal

How to select input signals for main and sub areas in PbyP.

PbyP SWAP function

Swaps the positions of the main and sub display areas.

Using the menu function

In the EASY MENU

How to navigate and use the EASY MENU.

In the ADVANCED MENU

How to navigate and use the ADVANCED MENU.

Indication in OSD (On Screen Display)

Explains common words and symbols used in the OSD.

Containing items of each menu

Lists the items available within each main menu category.

EASY MENU

ASPECT

Adjusts the aspect ratio of the displayed image.

AUTO KEYSTONE

Executes the automatic keystone correction function.

KEYSTONE (Vertical)

Corrects vertical keystone distortion.

KEYSTONE (Horizontal)

Corrects horizontal keystone distortion.

PERFECT FIT

Displays the PERFECT FIT dialog for distortion correction.

PICTURE MODE

Selects predefined picture modes for optimal viewing.

ECO MODE

Turns the Eco mode on or off to save power.

INSTALLATION

Displays the dialog for changing the installation setting.

RESET

Resets EASY MENU items, excluding filter and language.

FILTER TIME

Shows air filter usage time and allows resetting it.

LANGUAGE

Changes the display language of the OSD.

ADVANCED MENU

Navigates to the advanced menu options.

EXIT

Finishes the OSD menu.

PICTURE menu

BRIGHTNESS

Adjusts the brightness level of the projected image.

CONTRAST

Adjusts the contrast level of the projected image.

GAMMA

Switches gamma modes and allows custom adjustment.

COLOR TEMP

Switches color temperature modes and allows custom adjustment.

COLOR

Adjusts the strength of the color.

TINT

Adjusts the tint of the projected image.

SHARPNESS

Adjusts the sharpness of the projected image.

ACTIVE IRIS

Changes the active iris control mode for image optimization.

MY MEMORY

Manages picture adjustment data, allowing save and load.

IMAGE menu

ASPECT

Adjusts the aspect ratio of the displayed image.

OVER SCAN

Adjusts the over-scan ratio to control picture magnification.

V POSITION

Adjusts the vertical position of the projected image.

H POSITION

Adjusts the horizontal position of the projected image.

H PHASE

Adjusts the horizontal phase to eliminate flicker.

H SIZE

Adjusts the horizontal size of the projected image.

AUTO ADJUST EXECUTE

Performs automatic adjustment of picture settings.

INPUT menu

PROGRESSIVE

Switches the progress mode for video signals.

VIDEO NR

Switches the noise reduction mode for video signals.

COLOR SPACE

Switches the color space mode for optimal color display.

COMPONENT

Switches the function of the component ports.

VIDEO FORMAT

Sets the video format for S-Video and Video ports.

HDMI FORMAT

Sets the video format for HDMI input signals.

HDMI RANGE

Sets the digital range for HDMI input signals.

COMPUTER IN

Sets the computer input signal type for COMPUTER IN ports.

FRAME LOCK

Turns the frame lock function on or off.

RESOLUTION

Sets the resolution for COMPUTER IN input signals.

SETUP menu

AUTO KEYSTONE

Performs automatic keystone distortion correction.

KEYSTONE

Corrects vertical keystone distortion.

KEYSTONE

Corrects horizontal keystone distortion.

PERFECT FIT

Displays the PERFECT FIT dialog for distortion correction.

AUTO ECO MODE

Turns the AUTO ECO MODE on or off.

ECO MODE

Turns the Eco mode on or off to save power.

INSTALLATION

Displays the dialog for changing the installation setting.

STANDBY MODE

Switches the standby mode between NORMAL and SAVING.

MONITOR OUT

Configures output to the monitor port.

AUDIO menu

VOLUME

Adjusts the audio volume of the projector.

SPEAKER

Turns the built-in speaker on or off.

AUDIO SOURCE

Selects the audio input source for output.

HDMI AUDIO

Sets the mode of HDMI audio from HDMI 1 and 2 ports.

SCREEN menu

LANGUAGE

Switches the OSD (On Screen Display) language.

MENU POSITION

Adjusts the position of the menu on the screen.

BLANK

Switches the BLANK screen mode.

START UP

Switches the mode for the start-up screen.

MyScreen

Captures an image for use as a MyScreen image.

MyScreen Lock

Locks the MyScreen function to protect it.

MESSAGE

Turns on/off various message displays.

SOURCE NAME

Assigns a name to each input port.

TEMPLATE

Switches the mode for the template screen.

C.C. (Closed Caption)

Manages Closed Caption display settings.

OPTION menu

SOURCE SKIP

Ignores specified ports during auto search or selection.

AUTO SEARCH

Turns the automatic signal search function on or off.

AUTO KEYSTONE

Turns the automatic keystone function on or off.

DIRECT POWER ON

Turns on/off the direct power on function.

AUTO POWER OFF

Adjusts the time for automatic projector turn off.

SHUTTER TIMER

Sets time for lens shutter to turn projector off.

USB TYPE B

Selects the function of the USB TYPE B port (MOUSE or USB DISPLAY).

LAMP TIME

Shows lamp usage time and allows resetting it.

FILTER TIME

Shows air filter usage time and allows resetting it.

MY BUTTON

Assigns functions to the remote control's MY BUTTONs.

ALTITUDE

Adjusts cooling fan speed based on altitude.

AUTO ADJUST

Selects automatic adjustment mode (FINE, FAST, DISABLE).

GHOST

Adjusts color elements to eliminate ghosting.

FILTER MESSAGE

Sets timer for filter replacement notification.

LENS TYPE

Selects or automatically determines the lens type.

LENS LOCK

Locks or unlocks lens control buttons.

KEY LOCK

Locks control panel or remote control buttons.

REMOTE RECEIV.

Selects and enables/disables remote sensors.

REMOTE FREQ.

Changes projector's remote sensor frequency setting.

REMOTE ID

Selects the remote control ID for projector control.

COMMUNICATION

Configures serial communication settings for the CONTROL port.

SERIAL SETTINGS

Sets serial communication conditions (baud rate, parity).

TRANSMISSION METHOD

Selects transmission method for network bridge communication.

RESPONSE LIMIT TIME

Sets time to wait for response data from network devices.

STACK

Displays the STACK menu.

INFORMATION

Displays information about the current input.

FACTORY RESET

Resets all menu settings to factory defaults.

NETWORK menu

WIRELESS SETUP MODE

Selects the network communication system mode (ADHOC/INFRASTRUCTURE).

WIRELESS SETUP DHCP

Turns DHCP on or off for IP address assignment.

WIRELESS SETUP IP ADDRESS

Enters the IP address for the projector.

WIRELESS SETUP SUBNET MASK

Enters the subnet mask used by the computer.

WIRELESS SETUP DEFAULT GATEWAY

Enters the default gateway address for network access.

WIRELESS SETUP DNS SERVER

Inputs the DNS server address.

WIRELESS SETUP TIME DIFFERENCE

Sets the time difference relative to the computer.

WIRELESS SETUP DATE AND TIME

Enters the year, month, date, hour, and minute.

WIRELESS SETUP CH

Selects the wireless LAN channel.

WIRELESS SETUP ENCRYPTION

Selects the encryption method for wireless security.

WIRELESS SETUP SSID

Selects and enters the SSID for wireless network connection.

WIRELESS INFORMATION

Displays wireless LAN settings and signal information.

WIRED SETUP DHCP

Turns DHCP on or off for IP address assignment.

WIRED SETUP IP ADDRESS

Enters the IP address for the projector.

WIRED SETUP SUBNET MASK

Enters the subnet mask used by the computer.

WIRED SETUP DEFAULT GATEWAY

Enters the default gateway address for network access.

WIRED SETUP DNS SERVER

Inputs the DNS server address.

WIRED SETUP TIME DIFFERENCE

Sets the time difference relative to the computer.

WIRED SETUP DATE AND TIME

Enters the year, month, date, hour, and minute.

WIRED INFORMATION

Displays wired LAN settings.

PROJECTOR NAME

Sets a name for the projector.

MY IMAGE

Displays and manages custom images for the projector.

AMX D.D. (AMX Device Discovery)

Turns AMX Device Discovery on or off for network detection.

PRESENTATION QUIT MODE

Quits presenter mode, allowing other computers access.

PRESENTATION MULTI PC MODE

Selects display mode for multiple computers.

PRESENTATION DISPLAY USER NAME

Displays the user name of the connected computer.

PRESENTATION SERVICE

Restarts and initializes network functions.

SECURITY menu

Enter to the SECURITY menu

Procedure to access the security menu by entering a password.

SECURITY PASSWORD CHANGE

Changes the administrator password for security functions.

MyScreen PASSWORD

Sets a password to protect MyScreen settings.

PIN LOCK

Sets a PIN code to prevent unauthorized use of the projector.

TRANSITION DETECTOR

Detects changes in projector angle or installation settings.

MY TEXT PASSWORD

Sets a password to protect MY TEXT settings from overwriting.

MY TEXT DISPLAY

Displays MY TEXT on start-up and input information screens.

MY TEXT WRITING

Allows input and editing of custom text messages.

SECURITY INDICATOR

Displays the security indicator status.

STACK LOCK

Displays the STACK LOCK dialog.

Presentation tools

PC-LESS Presentation

Makes presentations without a computer using USB media.

USB Display

Displays images transferred from a computer via USB.

Network Presentation

Enables presentations over a network using LiveViewer.

Maintenance

Replacing the lamp

Step-by-step guide for replacing the projector lamp.

Cleaning and replacing the air filter

Procedure for cleaning and replacing the air filter.

Troubleshooting

Warnings displayed on the Status Monitor

Interprets warnings shown on the projector's status monitor.

Related messages

Provides solutions for common error messages.

Regarding the indicator lamps

Explains the meaning of different indicator lamp states.

Resetting all settings

Resets all projector settings to factory defaults.

Phenomena that may be easy to be mistaken for machine defects

Identifies non-defect issues that might appear as machine problems.

Specifications

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