Barco DP-1200 User manual

DP-1200
Installation manual
R59770242/02
06/01/2009

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may
cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be responsible for correcting any interference at his own expense
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Table of contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Safety................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 General considerations............................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Important safety instructions ......................................................................................................... 5
2. General............................................................................................................... 9
2.1 Installation requirements . . . .........................................................................................................10
2.2 Unpacking the projector .............................................................................................................12
2.3 Initial inspection......................................................................................................................14
2.4 Installation process overview........................................................................................................15
3. Physical Installation ..............................................................................................17
3.1 Positioning the DP-1200 at port window . . . . ........................................................................................18
3.2 Installation of the exhaust system. ..................................................................................................21
3.3 Connecting the projector with the power net .......................................................................................22
3.4 Power loop through to the projector electronics ....................................................................................24
3.5 Connecting an UPS with the projector electronics .................................................................................26
4. Lamp & Lamp House .............................................................................................27
4.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................28
4.2 Removal of the lamp house .........................................................................................................30
4.3 Removal of the xenon bulb lamp. ...................................................................................................32
4.4 Installation of the xenon bulb lamp..................................................................................................35
4.5 Installation of the lamp house .......................................................................................................40
4.6 Resetting the lamp parameters . . . ..................................................................................................42
4.7 Realignment of the lamp in its reflector.............................................................................................43
5. Lenses & lens holder .............................................................................................45
5.1 Available lenses ..................................................................................................................... 46
5.2 Lens selection .......................................................................................................................47
5.3 Lens formulas........................................................................................................................48
5.4 Lens removal ........................................................................................................................49
5.5 Lens installation .....................................................................................................................50
5.6 Lens shift, zoom & focus . . . .........................................................................................................52
5.7 Scheimpflug adjustment.............................................................................................................53
6. Input & communication unit.....................................................................................57
6.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................58
6.2 Local Keypad of the DP-1200 projector . . . . ........................................................................................59
6.3 Communication ports of the DP-1200 projector . ...................................................................................60
6.4 About General Purpose Inputs & Outputs (GPIO)..................................................................................62
6.5 Source input ports of the DP-1200 projector .......................................................................................64
7. Communicator touch panel......................................................................................65
7.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................66
7.2 Installing the touch panel interface..................................................................................................68
7.3 Reposition the touch panel interface................................................................................................70
8. Starting up..........................................................................................................71
8.1 Switching ON the DP-1200 digital projector........................................................................................72
8.2 Switching OFF the DP-1200 digital projector .......................................................................................73
9. Projector registration.............................................................................................75
9.1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................76
9.2 Download the certificate file.........................................................................................................77
9.3 Registration of new projector........................................................................................................78
9.4 Update registration of an existing projector. ........................................................................................84
10. Removal and installation of projector covers................................................................85
10.1 Removal of the lamp cover..........................................................................................................86
10.2 Removal of the input cover..........................................................................................................87
10.3 Removal of the front cover ..........................................................................................................88
10.4 Removal of the side cover...........................................................................................................89
10.5 Removal of the rear cover...........................................................................................................90
10.6 Removal of the top cover............................................................................................................91
10.7 Open the sealed compartment ......................................................................................................92
10.8 Close the sealed compartment......................................................................................................93
10.9 Installation of the top cover.......................................................................................................... 94
10.10 Installation of the rear cover.........................................................................................................95
10.11 Installation of the side cover ........................................................................................................ 96
10.12 Installation of the front cover........................................................................................................97
10.13 Installation of the input cover........................................................................................................98
10.14 Installation of the lamp cover........................................................................................................ 99
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11. Maintenance...................................................................................................... 101
11.1 Replacement of the dust filter on the front side ...................................................................................102
11.2 Replacement of the dust filter on the top side.....................................................................................104
11.3 Cleaning the exterior of the projector ..............................................................................................105
11.4 Cleaning the lens . . . ................................................................................................................106
11.5 Cleaning the UV blocker of the lamp house .......................................................................................107
11.6 Authorization to clear security warning ............................................................................................108
12. Convergence (with extenders)................................................................................ 109
12.1 Convergence controls ..............................................................................................................110
12.2 Preparing for convergence adjustment . . . . . .......................................................................................112
12.3 Converging the red pattern onto the blue pattern .................................................................................113
12.4 Converging the green pattern onto the blue pattern ..............................................................................115
A. Specifications ..................................................................................................... 117
A.1 Specifications of the DP-1200......................................................................................................118
A.2 Dimensions of the DP-1200 ........................................................................................................119
A.3 Centre of gravity....................................................................................................................120
A.4 Dimensions of the universal pedestal............................................................................................. .121
A.5 Pin configurations of the communication ports . . ..................................................................................122
A.6 Pin configurations of the inputs . . . .................................................................................................123
B. Order Info .......................................................................................................... 125
B.1 Spare part order info ...............................................................................................................126
Glossary ............................................................................................................... 127
Index.................................................................................................................... 129
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1. SAFETY
About this chapter
Read this chapter attentively. It contains important information to prevent personal injury while installing and using an DP-1200 digital
projector. Furthermore, it includes several cautions to prevent damage to the DP-1200 digital projector. Ensure that you understand
and follow all safety guidelines, safety instructions and warnings mentioned in this chapter before installing your DP-1200 digital
projector. After this chapter, additional “warnings” and “cautions” are given depending on the installation procedure. Read and
follow these “warnings” and “cautions” as well.
Overview
• General considerations
• Important safety instructions
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1.1 General considerations
General safety instructions
• Before operating this equipment please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
• Installation and preliminary adjustments should be performed by qualified Barco personnel or by authorized Barco service deal-
ers.
• All warnings on the projector and in the documentation manuals should be adhered to.
• All instructions for operating and use of this equipment must be followed precisely.
• All local installation codes should be adhered to.
Notice on safety
This equipment is built in accordance with the requirements of the international safety standards IEC60950-1, EN60950-1,
UL60950-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1, which are the safety standards of information technology equipment including
electrical business equipment. These safety standards impose important requirements on the use of safety critical components,
materials and insulation, in order to protect the user or operator against risk of electric shock and energy hazard and having access
to live parts. Safety standards also impose limits to the internal and external temperature rises, radiation levels, mechanical stability
and strength, enclosure construction and protection against the risk of fire. Simulated single fault condition testing ensures the
safety of the equipment to the user even when the equipment’s normal operation fails.
Users definition
Throughout this manual, the term SERVICE PERSONNEL refers to persons having appropriate technical training and experience
necessary to be knowledgeable of potential hazards to which they are exposed (including, but not limited to HIGH VOLTAGE ELEC-
TRIC and ELECTRONIC CIRCUITRY and HIGH BRIGHTNESS PROJECTORS) in performing a task, and of measures to minimize
the potential risk to themselves or other persons. The term USER and OPERATOR refers to any person other than SERVICE PER-
SONNEL, AUTHORIZED to operate professional projection systems located in RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATIONS.
The DLP Cinema Systems are intended "FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY" by AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL familiar with poten-
tial hazards associated with high voltage, high intensity light beams, ultraviolet exposure and high temperatures generated by the
lamp and associated circuits. Only qualified SERVICE PERSONNEL, knowledgeable of such risks, are allowed to perform service
functions inside the product enclosure.
Installation instructions
• Before operating this equipment please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
• Installation and preliminary adjustments should be performed by qualified Barco personnel or by authorized Barco service deal-
ers.
• All warnings on the projector and in the documentation manuals should be adhered to.
• All instructions for operating and use of this equipment must be followed precisely.
Restricted access location
The DP-1200 digital projector may only be installed in a restricted access location, due to the temperature rise of parts of the equip-
ment (air outlet). The definition of a “restricted access location" is a location for equipment where both of following paragraphs apply:
• Access can only be gained by SERVICE PERSONS or by USERS who have been instructed about the reasons for the restriction
applied to the location and about the precautions that shall be taken.
• Access is through the use of the tool or lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible
for the location.
Owner’s record
The part number and serial number are printed on a label which is stuck on the respective part. Record these numbers in the spaces
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Barco dealer regarding this product.
Product article number
Product serial number
Dealer
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1.2 Important safety instructions
To prevent the risk of electrical shock
• This projector should be operated from an AC power source. Ensure that the mains voltage and capacity matches the projector
electrical ratings. If you are unable to install the AC requirements, contact your electrician. Do not defeat the purpose of the
grounding.
• This product is equipped with a three-terminal barrier strip for the connection of a mono phase line with a separate earth ground
PE. If you are unable to install the AC Requirements, contact your electrician. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding.
• The cross-sectional area of the conductors in the power supply cord shall be not less than 4 mm2 or AWG 10.
• The electronics of the projector must be powered either from a suitable UPS unit or from the power outlet socket (UPS OUTLET)
provided on the projector. For that reason an adapted short power cord (2-pole 3-wire grounding) is added to the projector
accessories to loop through the power.
• When not using a suitable UPS unit, the adapted short power cord (2-pole 3-wire grounding) delivered with the projector ac-
cessories must be used to loop through the power from the power outlet socket of the projector to the power input socket of the
projector electronics.
• The provided power output socket on the projector may only be used to provide power to the projector electronics. Never
connect other devices to this power output socket.
• The circuit breaker(s) that must be provided in the power circuit(s) of the projector is considered as general disconnect switch(es)
to switch off the complete installation.
• Switch off the projector and unplug the power cord from the UPS INLET for removal of all power from the projector.
• Warning: High leakage current. Earth connection essential before connecting supply.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this projector where persons will walk on the cord.
• Do not operate the projector with a damaged cord or if the projector has been dropped or damaged - until it has been examined
and approved for operation by a qualified service technician.
• Position the cord so that it will not be tripped over, pulled, or contact hot surfaces.
• If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a current rating at least equal to that of the projector should be used. A cord rated
for less amperage than the projector may overheat.
• Never push objects of any kind into this projector through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.
• Do not expose this projector to rain or moisture.
• Do not immerse or expose this projector in water or other liquids.
• Do not spill liquid of any kind on this projector.
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the set and have it checked by qualified service personnel before
resuming operations.
• Do not disassemble this projector but always take it to an authorized trained service person when service or repair work is
required.
• Do not use an accessory attachment which is not recommended by the manufacturer.
• Lightning - For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect media and communication cables. This will prevent damage
to the projector due to lightning and AC power-line surges.
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To prevent personal injury
• Isolate electrically before replacing the lamp or lamp house. Caution: Hot lamp (house).
• Caution: High pressure lamp may explode if improperly handled. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
• To prevent injury and physical damage, always read this manual and all labels on the system before inserting the lamp casing,
connecting to the wall outlet or adjusting the projector.
• To prevent injury, take note of the weight of the projector. Minimum 2 persons are needed to carry the projector.
• To prevent injury, ensure that the lens and all cover plates are correctly installed. See installation procedures.
• Warning: high intensity light beam. NEVER look into the lens ! High luminance could result in damage to the eye.
• Before attempting to remove any of the projector’s covers, you must turn off the projector and disconnect from the wall outlet.
• When required to switch off the projector, to access parts inside, always disconnect the power cord from the power net and
unplug the power cord from the UPS INLET.
• Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to it and
possible injury to the user.
• It is hazardous to operate without lens or shield. Lenses, shields or ultra violet screens shall be changed if they have become
visible damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired. For example by cracks or deep scratches.
•Warning: Protection from ultraviolet radiation: Do not look directly in the light beam. The lamp contained in this product is
an intense source of light and heat. One component of the light emitted from this lamp is ultraviolet light. Potential eye and skin
hazards are present when the lamp is energized due to ultraviolet radiation. Avoid unnecessary exposure. Protect yourself and
your employees by making them aware of the hazards and how to protect themselves. Protecting the skin can be accomplished
by wearing tightly woven garments and gloves. Protecting the eyes from UV can be accomplished by wearing safety glasses
that are designed to provide UV protection. In addition to the UV, the visible light from the lamp is intense and should also be
considered when choosing protective eye wear.
•Exposure to UV radiation: Some medications are known to make individuals extra sensitive to UV radiation. The American
Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) recommends occupational UV exposure for an-8 hour day to be
less than 0,1 micro-watts per square centimeters of effective UV radiation. An evaluation of the workplace is advised to assure
employees are not exposed to cumulative radiation levels exceeding these government guidelines.
To prevent fire hazard
• Do not place flammable or combustible materials near the projector!
• Barco large screen projection products are designed and manufactured to meet the most stringent safety regulations. This
projector radiates heat on its external surfaces and from ventilation ducts during normal operation, which is both normal and
safe. Exposing flammable or combustible materials into close proximity of this projector could result in the spontaneous ignition
of that material, resulting in a fire. For this reason, it is absolutely necessary to leave an “exclusion zone” around all external
surfaces of the projector whereby no flammable or combustible materials are present. The exclusion zone must be not less
than 40 cm (16”) for all DLP Cinema projectors. The exclusion zone on the lens side must be at least 5 m. Do not cover the
projector or the lens with any material while the projector is in operation. Keep flammable and combustible materials away from
the projector at all times. Mount the projector in a well ventilated area away from sources of ignition and out of direct sun light.
Never expose the projector to rain or moisture. In the event of fire, use sand, CO2or dry powder fire extinguishers. Never use
water on an electrical fire. Always have service performed on this projector by authorized Barco service personnel. Always
insist on genuine Barco replacement parts. Never use non-Barco replacement parts as they may degrade the safety of this
projector.
• Slots and openings in this equipment are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to protect
it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the
projector too close to walls, or other similar surface. This projector should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register. This projector should not be placed in a built-in installation or enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Projection rooms must be well ventilated or cooled in order to avoid build up of heat. It is necessary to vent hot exhaust air from
console to the outside of the building. The minimum exhaust airflow requirement is 6,65 m3/min (235 CFM).
• Let the projector cool completely before storing. Remove cord from the projector when storing.
• Heat sensitive materials should not be placed in the path of the exhausted air or on the lamp house.
To prevent projector damage
• This projector has been designed for use with a specific lamp (house) type. See installation instructions for its correct type.
• The air filters of the projector must be cleaned or replaced on regular base (a "clean" booth would be monthly-minimum).
Neglecting this could result in disrupting the air flow inside the projector, causing overheating. Overheating may lead to the
projector shutting down during operation.
• The projector must always be installed in a manner which ensures free flow of air into its air inlets and unimpeded evacuation
of the hot air exhausted from its cooling system.
• In order to ensure that correct airflow is maintained, and that the projector complies with Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
requirements, it should always be operated with all of it’s covers in place.
• Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. The
device should not be placed in a built-in installation or enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Ensure that nothing can be spilled on, or dropped inside the projector. If this does happen, switch off and unplug the mains
supply immediately. Do not operate the projector again until it has been checked by qualified service personnel.
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• Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or
heat register.
• Do not block the projector cooling fans or free air movement around the projector. Loose papers or other objects may not be
nearer to the projector than 10 cm (4") on any side.
• Do not use this equipment near water.
•Special care for Laser Beams: Special care should be used when DLP projectors are used in the same room as high power
laser equipment. Direct or indirect hitting of a laser beam on to the lens can severely damage the Digital Mirror DevicesTM in
which case there is a loss of warranty.
• Never place the projector in direct sun light. Sun light on the lens can severely damage the Digital Mirror DevicesTM in which
case there is a loss of warranty.
• Save the original shipping carton and packing material. They will come in handy if you ever have to ship your equipment. For
maximum protection, repack your set as it was originally packed at the factory.
• Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning. Never use strong solvents, such as thinner or benzine, or abrasive cleaners, since these will damage the cabinet.
Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with mild detergent solution.
• To ensure the highest optical performance and resolution, the projection lenses are specially treated with an anti-reflective
coating, therefore, avoid touching the lens. To remove dust on the lens, use a soft dry cloth. Do not use a damp cloth, detergent
solution, or thinner.
• Rated maximum ambient temperature, ta=35°C(95°F).
• The lamp house shall be replaced if it has become damaged or thermally deformed.
On servicing
• Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage potentials
and risk of electric shock.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• Attempts to alter the factory-set internal controls or to change other control settings not specially discussed in this manual can
lead to permanent damage to the projector and cancellation of the warranty.
• Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service technicians under the following conditions:
- When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
- If liquid has been spilled into the equipment.
- If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
- If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of the other controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
- If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
- If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
• Replacement parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used original Barco replacement
parts or authorized replacement parts which have the same characteristics as the Barco original part. Unauthorized substitu-
tions may result in degraded performance and reliability, fire, electric shock or other hazards. Unauthorized substitutions may
void warranty.
• Safety check: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this projector, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
• Possible explosion hazard: Always keep in mind the caution below:
CAUTION:Xenon compact arc lamps are highly pressurized. When ignited, the normal operating temperature
of the bulb increases the pressure to a level at which the bulb may explode if not handled in strict accordance
to the manufacturer’s instructions. The bulb is stable at room temperature, but may still explode if dropped
or otherwise mishandled. Whenever the lamp house, containing a xenon bulb lamp, has to be dismantled or
whenever the protective container or cloth has to be removed from the xenon bulb lamp, authorized protective
clothing MUST be worn!
To prevent battery explosion
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly installed.
• Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
• For disposal of used batteries, always consult federal, state, local and provincial hazardous waste disposal rules and regulations
to ensure proper disposal.
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2. GENERAL
About this chapter
Read this chapter before installing your DP-1200 digital projector. It contains important information concerning installation require-
ments for the DP-1200 digital projector, such as minimum and maximum allowed ambient temperature, humidity conditions, required
safety area around the installed projector, required power net, etc.
Furthermore, careful consideration of things such as image size, ambient light level, projector placement and type of screen to use
are critical to the optimum use of the projection system.
Barco provides a guarantee relating to perfect manufacturing as part of the legally stipulated terms of guaran-
tee. Observing the specification as mentioned in this chapter, are critical for the performances of the projector.
Neglecting can results in warranty loss.
Overview
• Installation requirements
• Unpacking the projector
• Initial inspection
• Installation process overview
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2.1 Installation requirements
Environment conditions
Table below summarizes the physical environment in which the DP-1200 digital projector may be safely operated or stored.
Environment Operating Non-Operating
Ambient Temperature 10 °C (50 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) -15°C (5°F) to 60°C (140°F)
Humidity 5% to 85% RH Non-condensed 5% to 95% RH Non-Condensed
Altitude -60 (-197Ft) to 3000m (9843Ft) -60 (-197Ft) to 10000m (32810Ft)
Let the projector acclimate to the ambient temperature after unpacking. Neglecting this may result in a startup
failure of the Light Processor Unit.
To accelerate the acclimation process of the projector strike the lamp. The heat of the lamp will warm up the
Light Processor Unit.
Cooling requirements
The projector is fan cooled and must be installed with sufficient space mainly in the front of the projector head, minimum 20 cm (8
inch) to ensure sufficient air flow. It should be used in an area where the ambient temperature, as measured at the projector head
air inlet and at the power unit air inlet, does not exceed +35°C (+95°F).
The installation of an exhaust system is MANDATORY. The installed exhaust blower must remove an air volume of minimum 6,65
m3/min (235 CFM).
Power requirements
The DP-1200 digital projector operates from a nominal mono phase power net with a separate earth ground PE. The DP-1200 digital
projector requires 200–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz, 15 amps at 200 VAC with a separate earth ground PE. A label on the projector indicates
the nominal line voltage for which the projector was set at the factory.
The power cord required to connect the projector with the power net is not delivered with the projector. It is the responsibility of the
customer to provide the correct type of power cord. The cross-sectional area of the conductors in the power supply cord shall not
be less than 4 mm² or 10 AWG, minimum 300V.
To protect operating personnel, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) recommends that the instrument panel
and cabinet be grounded. In no event shall this projector be operated without an adequate cabinet ground connection.
The AC supply must be installed by a qualified electrician in conformance to local codes. Hardware, wire sizes and conduit types
must comply with local codes.
UPS requirements
The Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), also known as a Continuous Power Supply (CPS), must have an output voltage of 200-
240V at 50-60Hz and must be capable of delivering an output current of 5,5 amperes.
The connection between the UPS unit and the UPS inlet of the projector must be done with a certified AC power supply cord of
minimum 0,75 mm² or 18 AWG and minimum 300V.
CAUTION:The 200–240V power outlet (UPS OUTLET) of the projector may not be used to provide the UPS
unit with power! The UPS OUTLET of the projector may only be used for connection to the UPS INLET of the
projector.
The DP-1200 digital projector does not have a built in UPS unit.
Projector weight
Do not underestimate the weight of the Barco DP-1200 digital projector. The projector weights about ±93 kg (±205 lb.) without lens.
Be sure that the pedestal on which the projector has to be installed is capable of handling five (5) times the complete load of the
system.
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Barco offers a pedestal for the DP-1200 digital projector. This universal pedestal allows a solid and easy setup
of the projector. The universal pedestal has a separate compartment to install the UPS unit for the DP-1200
digital projector. Futhermore, the universal pedestal contains a standard 19” rack to build in the projector
peripherals like alternative content switchers (e.g. ACS-2048)
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2.2 Unpacking the projector
What has to be done ?
At delivery the projector is packed in a carton box upon a wooden pallet and secured with banding and fastening clips. Furthermore,
to provide protection during transportation, the projector is surrounded with foam. Once the projector is arrived at the installation
site, it has to be removed from the carton box and wooden pallet in a safe manner without damaging the projector.
After unpacking let the projector acclimate to the room temperature which must be higher then 10°C (50°F)
and lower then 35°C (95°F). Neglecting this may result in a start up failure of the Light Processor Unit.
Necessary tools
• 8 mm Allen wrench.
• 13 mm open end wrench.
• 17 mm open end wrench.
How to unpack the projector ?
1. Remove the banding around the carton box, by releasing the fastening clips as illustrated, and open the box.
Image 2-1
2. Remove the smaller carton box (reference 1) as illustrated.
Note: The smaller carton box contains the manual.
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Image 2-2
3. Remove the carton box and the foam around the projector. See image 2-2.
Note: The projector is still attached to a wooden plate, which is secured the below pallet.
4. Loosen the four nuts (reference 2 image 2-2) which secure the pallet as illustrated. Use a 13 mm open end wrench.
5. Rotate the wooden support plate with projector 90° and slide the front side over the edge of the pallet until the fixation screw
(reference 4) is visible as illustrated.
6. Remove the hexagon socket head cap screw(reference4). Usean8mmAllenwrench.
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90°
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Image 2-3
7. Slide the rear side over the edge of the pallet unit the two fixation screws (reference 5) at the rear are visible.
8. Remove the two hexagon socket head cap screw (reference 5). Use an 8 mm Allen wrench.
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Image 2-4
9. Remove the projector from the wooden support plate and finally remove the 3 extension tubes (reference 6). Use a 17 mm
wrench.
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Image 2-5
Save the original shipping carton and packing material, they will be necessary if you ever have to ship your
projector. For maximum protection, repack your projector as it was originally packed at the factory.
A rubber foam inside a plastic bag is placed into the lens opening of the projector. It’s recommended to reuse
this foam and plastic back each time you transport the projector. This to prevent intrusion of dust and foreign
particles.
The lens is delivered in a separate box. For lens installation, see section “Lens & lens holder”.
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2.3 Initial inspection
General
Before shipment, the projector was inspected and found to be free of mechanical and electrical defects. As soon as the projector is
unpacked, inspect for any damage that may have occurred in transit. Save all packing material until the inspection is completed. If
damage is found, file claim with carrier immediately. The Barco Sales and Service office should be notified as soon as possible.
The packaging of the DP-1200 digital projector is provided with a shock-watch label. If this shock-watch la-
bel was triggered (red colored at arrival) during transport, indicates that the package was possibly roughly
handled by the transport company. In this case, the instructions mentioned on the label, should be followed,
which are: adding a note on the “bill of lading” and informing the transport company and the Barco sales and
service office as soon as possible.
Box content
After unpacking the projector it is recommended to check if all following items where included:
• One GPIO data cable D-SUB 37 pins (2 meter).
• One short power link cable (mono phase) (for in case no UPS is used).
• One lamp cathode adapter.
• This manual.
One xenon bulb lamp of 2000 watt is mounted inside the lamp house at delivery. The projector lenses are not
included in the package of the projector.
Mechanical check
This check should confirm that there are no broken knobs or connectors, that the cabinet and panel surfaces are free of dents and
scratches, and that the operating panel is not scratched of cracked. The Barco Sales and Service office should be notified as soon
as possible.
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2.4 Installation process overview
Set up from A to Z
After you have unpacked and checked the projector you can start with the installation process of your DP-1200 digital projector. This
chapter gives you an overview of all the different stages in the installation process which you have to follow to set your DP-1200
digital projector up and running. Each stage is briefly described and refers to more detailed step by step procedures in this manual.
Use this overview as a checklist to ensure that you have followed all stages in the setup process of your DP-1200 digital projector.
Overview of the installation process stages:
1. Check if all installation requirements are fulfilled such as the environment conditions of the installation area, capacity of the
exhaust system, electrical facilities, etc. Note that a solid pedestal is required to support the projector head. For more info see
chapter "Installation requirements", page 10.
2. Physical installation of the projector upon its pedestal and connecting the air outlet of the projector with the exhaust system.
Note that the exhaust system is MANDATORY. See chapters "Positioning the DP-1200 at port window", page 18, and "Instal-
lation of the exhaust system", page 21.
3. Electrical connection with the power net. See chapter "Connecting the projector with the power net", page 22.
4. Installation of a suitable UPS unit or bypass the power in and outlet for the projector electronics. See chapters "Connecting
an UPS with the projector electronics", page 26 or "Power loop through to the projector electronics", page 24.
5. Installation of the xenon bulb lamp in case the xenon bulb lamp is not installed in the lamp house yet. To install the xenon
bulb lamp the lamp house has to be removed from the projector. To install the xenon bulb lamp correctly and in a safe manner,
see the detailed step by step procedures in the chapter "Lamp & Lamp House", page 27.
6. Installation of the lens. First select an appropriate lens which trough ratio covers the screen size and the projector - screen
distance. Then install the lens in the lens holder of the projector. For more information about available lenses, lens selection
and lens installation see chapter "Lenses & lens holder", page 45.
7. Installation of the Communicator Touch Panel. See chapter "Communicator touch panel", page 65.
8. Alignment of the projected image on the screen. The projector can now be switched on to project its first image (test pattern)
on the screen. Then the image can be aligned with the screen size of the application. Follow the next steps to achieve that:
a) Place the ON/OFF switch of the projector in the ”I” position. As a result the projector starts to initialize. The status lights of
the projector lights up GREEN once the projector is initialized.
b) Press the STANBY button on the local keypad to activate the lamp.
c) Press the DOWSER button on the local keypad to open the dowser of the projector. The dowser is open if the backlight
color of the DOWSER button is GREEN.
d) Press the TEST PATTERN button on the local keypad to project one of the internal test patterns of the projector on the
screen.
e) Use the lens ZOOM, SHIFT and FOCUS buttons on the local keypad the match the projected image with the screen. Note
that not all lenses have a motorized zoom. If this is the case, use the zoom barrel upon the lens instead. Tilt the projector
in case you can not SHIFT the image completely upon the screen. See "Lens shift, zoom & focus", page 52.
9. Resetting the lamp parameters. The “LAMP INFO” parameters which are stored on the controller board of the projector
MUST be updated after each installation of an xenon bulb lamp inside the lamp house. Neglecting this update will result in poor
performance and short life time of the xenon bulb lamp. See chapter "Resetting the lamp parameters", page 42.
10. Realignment of the xenon bulb lamp in its reflector. For optimal performance of the xenon bulb lamp it is required to realign
the lamp after installation in the lamp house. See "Realignment of the lamp in its reflector", page 43 for more information.
11. Adjusting the light path. Normally the lens holder and the convergence of the projector is perfectly adjusted at factory. Nev-
ertheless, some applications require a readjustment of the lens holder or convergence or both. See procedure "Scheimpflug
adjustment", page 53, to adjust the Scheimpflug and see chapter "Convergence (with extenders)", page 109 to adjust the con-
vergence of the light path.
12. Registration of the projector. The DP-1200 digital projector is DCI compliant and should be registered by Barco. Therefore,
the digital certificate inside the projector will be used to secure encryption key communication between the projector and the
rest of the theatre system (server and theatre management system). For more info see chapter "Projector registration", page
75.
13. Projection of a digital cinema movie. Apply a single or dual channel SMPTE or DVI source to the input ports of the projector
and start up the projector. See chapter "Source input ports of the DP-1200 projector", page 64 and "Starting up", page 71. Use
the Communicator Touch Panel to configure the applied source. See the user guide of the Communicator Touch Panel for more
and detailed information.
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