Barco Duet II User manual

BarcoDuetII
Owner’s Manual
R9898145
R5976550/03
10/05/2007

Product revision
Firmware: V1.15
Barco nv Simulation Products
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC Statement)
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.

Table of contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Safety Instructions.................................................................................................3
1.1 Safety Instructions.................................................................................................................... 3
2. ContentandDimensions..........................................................................................5
2.1 Box Content........................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 5
3. Connections.........................................................................................................7
3.1 Connections Overview ............................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Power Connection.................................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Switching On/Off...................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Input Connection . .................................................................................................................... 9
3.5 Connections to the Projectors........................................................................................................ 9
3.6 Stereo Input..........................................................................................................................14
3.7 ID Bit Identification...................................................................................................................15
3.8 Monitor Output.......................................................................................................................16
3.9 RS232 Connections . . ...............................................................................................................17
4. Getting Started.....................................................................................................19
4.1 BARCO Duet II Position.............................................................................................................19
4.2 Remote Control Unit (RCU)......................................................................................................... 19
4.3 RCU Terminology overview ......................................................................................................... 19
4.4 Pointing the RCU....................................................................................................................21
4.5 Duet II Address ......................................................................................................................22
4.6 RCU Address........................................................................................................................22
4.7 Intelligent Low Refresh (ILR)........................................................................................................23
4.8 Setting up a BARCO Duet II System................................................................................................24
4.8.1 Analog Output System Setup................................................................................................. 24
4.8.2 DVI Output System Setup ....................................................................................................25
4.8.3 Centering the image ..........................................................................................................26
5. RandomAccess...................................................................................................29
5.1 Random Access Overview .......................................................................................................... 29
5.2 Starting Up Random Access........................................................................................................29
5.3 File Service ..........................................................................................................................30
5.3.1 File Annotation . ...............................................................................................................30
5.3.2 File Manipulations.............................................................................................................31
5.3.3 Starting Up File Service.......................................................................................................31
5.3.4 Load File . . . ...................................................................................................................31
5.3.5 Changing the settings. . . . . ....................................................................................................32
5.3.6 File Parameters ............................................................................................................... 32
5.3.7 Edit File........................................................................................................................33
5.3.8 Rename File................................................................................................................... 35
5.3.9 Copy File ......................................................................................................................35
5.3.10 Delete File.....................................................................................................................36
5.3.11 Delete All......................................................................................................................36
5.3.12 Options........................................................................................................................ 36
5.3.12.1 Starting Up Options ....................................................................................................36
5.3.12.2 File Load Options.......................................................................................................37
5.4 Picture Tuning .......................................................................................................................37
5.4.1 Starting Up Picture Tuning....................................................................................................37
5.4.2 Input Balance . . ...............................................................................................................38
5.4.3 SOG Coasting.................................................................................................................41
6. InstallationMode..................................................................................................43
6.1 Installation Mode Overview .........................................................................................................43
6.2 Starting Up Installation Mode .......................................................................................................43
6.3 Output Parameters .................................................................................................................. 44
6.3.1 Starting Up Output Parameters...............................................................................................44
6.3.2 Output Channel ...............................................................................................................44
6.3.3 High Bright Stereo ............................................................................................................45
6.3.4 First Image Select.............................................................................................................45
6.4 Input Parameters ....................................................................................................................46
6.4.1 Starting Up Input Parameters ................................................................................................ 46
6.4.2 Sync Selection ................................................................................................................46
6.4.3 Sync Termination..............................................................................................................47
6.4.4 Sync Type.....................................................................................................................47
6.5 Stereo FreeRun......................................................................................................................48
6.6 Auto Menu Disable ..................................................................................................................49
6.7 Internal Patterns.....................................................................................................................49
6.8 WND 264 installed................................................................................................................... 50
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7. Service Mode.......................................................................................................51
7.1 Service Mode Overview.............................................................................................................51
7.2 Starting Up Service Mode...........................................................................................................51
7.3 Title Screen..........................................................................................................................52
7.4 Change Duet II Address............................................................................................................. 52
7.5 Change Baudrate . ...................................................................................................................53
7.6 Overtemperature Settings...........................................................................................................53
7.7 AMDS Settings ......................................................................................................................54
7.8 DVI Output Limit..................................................................................................................... 55
7.9 Software Version ....................................................................................................................55
A.StandardDuetIISourceSetUpFiles ...........................................................................57
A.1 Table Overview ......................................................................................................................57
Index......................................................................................................................59
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1. Safety Instructions
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 Safety Instructions
Notice on Safety
This equipment is built in accordance with the requirements of the international safety standards EN60950, UL 1950 and CSA C22.2
No.950, 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 isolation, 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.
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 dealers.
Safety Warning
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE !
On Safety
• This product should be operated from an AC power source. Power input is autoranging from 90 V to 230V.
• All equipment in the system is equipped with a 3-wire grounding plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only
fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord. To disconnect
the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the
extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product 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.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the set and have it
checked by qualified service personnel before resuming operations.
• 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. This will prevent damage to the BARCO product due to lightning and AC
power-line surges.
• The wires of the main lead are colored in accordance with the following code.
CEE 7 Plug
Green and yellow : Ground
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Line
ANSI 73.11 Plug
Green and yellow : Ground
White : Neutral
Black : Line
Image 1-1
Power cord plugs
WARNING:This apparatus must be grounded (earthed) via the supplied 3 conductor AC power cable. If the
supplied power cable is not the correct one, consult your dealer.
CautiononFireHazard
DO NOT PLACE FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS NEAR THE BARCO DUET II !
BARCO products are designed and manufactured to meet the most stringent safety regulations. This BARCO product radiates heat
on its external surfaces and from ventilation ducts during normal operation, which is both normal and safe. Exposing flammable or
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combustible materials to the close proximity of this BARCO product 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 BARCO product
whereby no flammable or combustible materials are present. The exclusion zone must be not less that 10 cm (4") for Barco Retro
Projectors. Do not cover the BARCO product with any material while it is in operation. Keep flammable and combustible materials
away from the BARCO product at all times. Mount the BARCO product in a well ventilated area away from sources of ignition and
out of direct sun light. Never expose the BARCO product to rain or excessive moisture. In the event of fire, use sand, CO2,or
dry powder fire extinguishers; never use water on an electrical fire. Always have service performed on this BARCO product 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 BARCO product.
On Installation
• Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to it.
• Do not use this equipment near water.
• Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom 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 BARCO product should not be placed in a built-in installation or enclosure unless proper ventilation is
provided.
• Do not block the equipment’s cooling fans or free air movement under and around the BARCO product. Loose papers or other
objects may not be nearer to the BARCO product than 4" on any side.
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.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel 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 replace-
ment parts or authorized replacement parts which have the same characteristics as the BARCO original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in degraded performance and reliability, fire, electric shock or other hazards. Unauthorized substitu-
tions may void warranty.
• Safety check: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this BARCO product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
On Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning. To keep the cabinet looking brand-new, periodically clean it with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth
lightly dampened with mild detergent solution. Never use strong solvents, such as thinner or benzine, or abrasive cleaners, since
these will damage the cabinet.
On Repacking
Save the original shipping carton and packing material; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your equipment. For maxi-
mum protection, repack your set as it was originally packed at the factory.
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2. Content and Dimensions
2. CONTENT AND DIMENSIONS
Overview
• Box Content
• Dimensions
2.1 Box Content
CEE7
European power plug to connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
ANSI 73.11
American power plug to connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
Content
• 1 BARCO Duet II
•2PowerCables:
- OutletPlugTypeCEE7
- Outlet Plug Type ANSI 73.11
• Signal Cables + Connector Adapters:
- 3–Pins Mini DIN to 3–Pins Mini DIN Cable
- 3–Pins Mini DIN to BNC Cable
- 3–Pins Mini DIN to 7–Pins Mini DIN Cable
- D9toBNCCable
- Sub D9 Male to Sub D9 Male (Gender Changer) Connector Adapter
- BNC to BNC Connector Adapter
• 1 Owner’s Manual
2.2 Dimensions
Dimensions Overview in mm (inch)
Ø6,8 mm
(Ø0.27 inch)
(0.41 inch)
10,3 mm
482
,
6
mm
465,9 mm
403 mm
(19 inch)
(18.34 inch)
(15.87 inch)
(3.47 inch)
(3 inch)
88,05 mm
76.2 mm
(17.7 inch) 45 mm
TO MONITORREMOTE CONTROL
Image 2-1
Front View Dimensions
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85,11 mm 80 mm
70 mm
4,03 mm
(3.351 inch) (3.15 inch)
(2 76 inch)
(0.16 inch)
(0.16 inch) 4,03 mm
Image 2-2
Left View Dimensions
(17.55 inch)
(17.35 inch)
445
,
71
mm
440,6 mm
227,7 mm
(8 97 inch)
(6.81 inch) (7.27 inch)
173 mm
184,7 mm
43 mm
(1.69 inch)
Image 2-3
Top View Dimensions
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3. Connections
3. CONNECTIONS
Overview
• Connections Overview
• Power Connection
• Switching On/Off
• Input Connection
• Connections to the Projectors
• Stereo Input
• ID Bit Identification
• Monitor Output
• RS232 Connections
3.1 Connections Overview
Connections Overview
The following table gives an overview of the available connections found on the BARCO Duet II.
MAINS
INPUT COMMUNICATION
STEREOID BIT IDENTIFICATION
RGBH/CV RGBH/CV
RGBH/CV
TO PROJECTOR 1 TO PROJECTOR 2
DVI OUT DVI OUT
RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT
14 5 6 11
2 3 13 12
14
7 8 9 10
Image 3-1
Connections Overview
1Power Cord Connection
2Power Switch
3IR-Receiver
45–BNC Cable Input
5D9 ID Bit Identification Input
6Left/Right Phasing Input
75–BNC Cable Output to Projector 1
8DVIOutputtoProjector1
95–BNC Cable Output to Projector 2
10 DVIOutputtoProjector2
11 RS232 Communication Connection
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12 Monitor Output
13 R(emote) C(ontrol) Input
14 LCD Display
Table 3-1
3.2 Power Connection
Power Cord Connection
The power input is auto-ranging from 90 to 240 VAC. Use the supplied power cord to connect your projector to the wall outlet. Plug
the female power connector into the male connector at the rear of the Duet II.
MAINS
INPUT COMMUNICATION
STEREOID BIT IDENTIFICATION
RGBH/CV RGBH/CV
RGBH/CV
TO PROJECTOR 1 TO PROJECTOR 2
DVI OUT DVI OUT
RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT
to wall outlet
Image 3-2
Power Cord Connection
3.3 Switching On/Off
HowtoSwitchtheDuetIIOn?
1. Press the power switch to switch the BARCO Duet II On. (image 3-3)
’DUET II Interface’ will be displayed on the LCD Display. (image 3-4)
Image 3-3
Power Switch
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Image 3-4
LCD Display
When entering the Adjustment Mode the menus are displayed on top of the projected image and on the LCD
display of the BARCO Duet II. Only the menus displayed on top of the projected image are mentioned in this
manual.
How to switch the Duet II Off?
1. Press the power switch to switch the BARCO Duet II Off.
Note: Wait until the message ’Saving Data’ on the LCD Display disappears, to switch ’Off” the Duet II, otherwise the latest
adjustments will not be saved.
3.4 Input Connection
How to connect to the 5–Cable Input?
1. Connect the BNC’s from the stereo source signal output cable, to the 5–Cable Input on the BARCO Duet II. (image 3-5)
Image Generator
Barco Duet II
MAINS
COMMUNICATION
STEREOID BIT IDENTIFICATION
GBH/C GBH/C
GBH/C
DVI OUT DVI OUT
RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT
INPUT
RV
TO PROJECTOR 2
RV
TO PROJECTOR 1
RV
Image 3-5
Input Connection
3.5 Connections to the Projectors
Introduction
Some general “Duet II” setups are described in the following connection procedures, in these setups we assume that the Left Polar
is used on Projector 1 and the Right Polar is used on Projector 2.
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When the Left/Right Image is correctly displayed, the 3D effect is much deeper and changing in perspective
when moving around while looking at the image.
When the Left/Right Image is NOT correctly displayed, one of the following actions can be performed:
• Change the ’To Projector’ connections on the BARCO Duet II.
• Change the First Image Selection inside the BARCO Duet II menu (see "First Image Select", page 45).
• When applicable, change the settings on the IG.
In case mirrors are used to project the projector image, it depends on the setup which projector has to be
connected to which channel, contact Barco to advise you with the connections.
How to connect SIM6 Series Projectors to the BARCO Duet II?
On the front of the projectors, just below the two digit display, the SIM6 Series projectors are labeled with stickers.
3D Front L Linear Polarization Left
3D Front R Linear Polarization Right
3D Front LC Circular Polarization Left
3D Front RC Circular Polarization Right
Connect the BARCO Duet II Outputs to the SIM6 Series projectors according to the table below to get High Quality 3D images.
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Image 3-6
Connect the BARCO Duet II Outputs to the SIM6 Series projectors according to the table
Projector Configuration ”To Projector 1” Output ”To Projector 2” Output
Front/Table 3D Front L(C) 3D Front R(C)
Front/Ceiling 3D Front L(C) 3D Front R(C)
Rear/Table 3D Front R(C) 3D Front L(C)
Rear/Ceiling 3D Front R(C) 3D Front L(C)
How to connect the SIM6 Projectors in a MICA (MiniCadWall) setup?
The MICA setup is a Rear/Table setup, however since there is a mirror involved, connect the BARCO Duet II Outputs to the SIM6
Series projectors according to the table below to get High Quality 3D images.
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Mirror Unit
Front
Screen
Projector Unit
Image 3-7
MICA setup
Projector Configuration ”To Projector 1” Output ”To Projector 2” Output
MICA 3D Front L(C) 3D Front R(C)
How to connect e.g. SIM4 Projectors to the BARCO Duet II?
1. Connect the BARCO Duet II Outputs to e.g. the SIM4 projectors according to the table below to get High Quality 3D images.
(image 3-8)
Projector Configuration ”To Projector 1” Output ”To Projector 2” Output
Front/Table Projector 1 Projector 2
Front/Ceiling Projector 1Projector 2
Rear/Table Projector 2 Projector 1
Rear/Ceiling Projector 2 Projector 1
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Image 3-8
Connect the BARCO Duet II Outputs to e.g. the SIM4 projectors according to the table below
How to connect IQ Projectors in a Gemini System to the BARCO Duet II?
1. Connect the BARCO Duet II Outputs to the IQ’s of the Gemini System according to the table below to get High Quality 3D images.
(image 3-9)
Projector Configuration ”To Projector 1” Output ”To Projector 2” Output
Front/Table Down Up
Front/Ceiling Down Up
Rear/Table Up Down
Rear/Ceiling Up Down
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Image 3-9
Connect the BARCO Duet II Outputs to the IQ’s of the Gemini according to the table
3.6 Stereo Input
What is done?
The Stereo Signal will command the Duet II when to display the left or right image.
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Adjust the Stereo Select to get a correct Stereo Projection Set Up (see "Edit File", page 33).
How to connect to the Stereo Input?
1. Connect the Stereo Signal sent by the Image Generator to the Stereo Input on the BARCO Duet II. (image 3-10)
Image Generator
Barco Duet II
MAINS
COMMUNICATION
STEREO
GBH/C GBH/C
GBH/C
DVI OUT DVI OUT
RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT
RV
RV
TO PROJECTOR 1
RV
TO PROJECTOR 2
INPUT
ID BIT IDENTIFICATION
Image 3-10
Stereo Input
3.7 ID Bit Identification
What is done?
Some Image Generators (IG) need to know which type of ’monitor’ is connected, in case no monitor ID bits are detected, no image is
sent to the RGB outputs on the IG. These ID bits are emulated by the BARCO Duet II and sent to the IG using the ID Bit Identification
connection.
How to connect to the ID Bit Identification?
1. Connect the ID Bit Identification output on the BARCO Duet II to the Image Generator. (image 3-11)
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Image Generator
Barco Duet II
MAINS
COMMUNICATION
ID BIT IDENTIFICATION
GBH/C GBH/C
GBH/C
DVI OUT DVI OUT
RS 232 IN RS 232 OUT
RV
RV
TO PROJECTOR 1
RV
TO PROJECTOR 2
INPUT
STEREO
Image 3-11
ID Bit Identification Connection
3.8 Monitor Output
What can be done?
An additional monitor can be connected to the BARCO Duet II.
How to connect the Monitor Output?
1. Connect the Monitor Output, located on the front of the BARCO Duet II, to the monitor handling the stereo images. (image 3-12)
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