Barco F70 Series User manual

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1 Safety................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
1.1 General considerations ...............................................................................................................................................................12
1.2 Important safety instructions.....................................................................................................................................................13
1.3 Projector Hazard Distances ......................................................................................................................................................16
1.4 High Brightness Precautions....................................................................................................................................................16
1.5 Hazard Distance for fully closed projection system.....................................................................................................19
1.6 HD in function of the lens Throw Ratio (TR) ....................................................................................................................20
1.7 Safety symbols.................................................................................................................................................................................21
2 Getting to know the projector.....................................................................................................................................................23
2.1 Main Components ..........................................................................................................................................................................24
2.2 Service and Maintenance...........................................................................................................................................................25
2.3 LED Status Light..............................................................................................................................................................................25
2.4 Power on / Standby button backlight indications...........................................................................................................25
2.5 LCD Panel...........................................................................................................................................................................................26
2.5.1 LCD panel general .....................................................................................................................................................26
2.5.2 LCD touch panel..........................................................................................................................................................26
2.5.3 LCD Status screens...................................................................................................................................................26
2.5.4 Dashboard page symbols ......................................................................................................................................29
2.5.5 OSD Menu mode.........................................................................................................................................................29
2.5.6 LCD functionality in Ready Mode.......................................................................................................................29
2.6 Local keypad .....................................................................................................................................................................................29
2.7 Shortcut buttons...............................................................................................................................................................................30
2.8 Basic remote control unit ............................................................................................................................................................31
2.9 Platinum remote control unit.....................................................................................................................................................32
2.9.1 Remote control, battery installation ..................................................................................................................32
2.9.2 Remote control, protocol setup ...........................................................................................................................33
2.9.3 Functionality overview..............................................................................................................................................35
2.9.4 Pulse RCU, function of the on/off button........................................................................................................35
2.9.5 Pulse RCU, function of the “RGB filter” button ...........................................................................................36
2.9.6 Enable / Disable Remote Control.......................................................................................................................36
2.9.7 Wired RC connection................................................................................................................................................37
2.10 Projector Address ...........................................................................................................................................................................37
2.10.1 Controlling the projector ..........................................................................................................................................37
2.11 Connector panel ..............................................................................................................................................................................38
2.12 Color Wheels.....................................................................................................................................................................................39
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2.13 Color Wheel Type ...........................................................................................................................................................................39
2.14 Optional Accessories....................................................................................................................................................................39
3 Lenses, Handling and features ................................................................................................................................................41
3.1 Approved Lenses............................................................................................................................................................................42
3.2 Lens range..........................................................................................................................................................................................42
3.3 Replace a lens..................................................................................................................................................................................45
3.4 Lens calibration................................................................................................................................................................................47
3.5 Installing the lens safety cable.................................................................................................................................................48
3.6 Preparing the FLDX lens (0.38:1) UST...............................................................................................................................51
3.7 Mounting the FLDX lens (0.38:1) UST lens with a lens support...........................................................................55
3.8 Mounting a safety cable to the FLDX lens (0.38:1) UST lens ................................................................................58
4 Physical Installation.............................................................................................................................................................................61
4.1 Installation process ........................................................................................................................................................................ 62
4.2 Installation conditions ...................................................................................................................................................................62
4.3 Initial inspection ...............................................................................................................................................................................63
4.4 Positioning the projector .............................................................................................................................................................64
4.5 Mounting the projector, general considerations.............................................................................................................64
4.6 Projector safe attachment points ...........................................................................................................................................66
4.7 Throw distance.................................................................................................................................................................................67
4.8 Scheimpflug (Boresight) introduction ..................................................................................................................................69
4.9 Scheimpflug adjustment procedure......................................................................................................................................70
5 Getting started..........................................................................................................................................................................................73
5.1 Projector source and control connections.........................................................................................................................74
5.1.1 Making connections...................................................................................................................................................74
5.1.2 Connector specifications.........................................................................................................................................74
5.1.2.1 Specifications DVI-I inputs..........................................................................................................74
5.1.2.2 Display Port 1.2.................................................................................................................................74
5.1.2.3 Specifications HDMI 2.0...............................................................................................................75
5.1.2.4 Specifications SDI inputs.............................................................................................................75
5.1.2.5 Specifications HDBase T input.................................................................................................75
5.1.3 Control interface specifications ...........................................................................................................................76
5.1.3.1 RS-232...................................................................................................................................................76
5.1.3.2 LAN/Ethernet......................................................................................................................................77
5.1.3.3 USB-A port...........................................................................................................................................77
5.1.3.4 DMX.........................................................................................................................................................77
5.2 Power up the projector.................................................................................................................................................................77
5.3 Power down the projector ..........................................................................................................................................................78
5.4 Power mode transitions...............................................................................................................................................................78
5.4.1 General.............................................................................................................................................................................78
5.4.2 Power on projector .....................................................................................................................................................79
5.4.3 Going from READY to ON......................................................................................................................................79
5.4.4 Going from ON to READY......................................................................................................................................79
5.4.5 Going from READY to ECO standby................................................................................................................79
5.4.6 Going from ECO to ON ............................................................................................................................................79
5.4.7 Wake On LAN (WOL) ...............................................................................................................................................79
5.5 Power modes ....................................................................................................................................................................................80
5.6 Customize projector settings....................................................................................................................................................80
5.7 User interface....................................................................................................................................................................................80
5.7.1 On Screen Display (OSD) ......................................................................................................................................80
6 Source menu..............................................................................................................................................................................................83

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6.1 Connector selection.......................................................................................................................................................................84
6.2 Connector settings .........................................................................................................................................................................84
6.3 Using dual inputs.............................................................................................................................................................................86
7 Image menu................................................................................................................................................................................................89
7.1 Contrast................................................................................................................................................................................................91
7.2 Brightness ...........................................................................................................................................................................................91
7.3 Saturation............................................................................................................................................................................................92
7.4 Sharpness...........................................................................................................................................................................................92
7.5 Gamma adjustment .......................................................................................................................................................................93
7.6 Gamma Types ..................................................................................................................................................................................94
7.6.1 Predefined Gamma types ......................................................................................................................................94
7.6.2 DICOM Gamma ...........................................................................................................................................................94
7.7 Digital Zoom Shift............................................................................................................................................................................95
7.7.1 Digital Zoom...................................................................................................................................................................96
7.7.2 Digital Shift......................................................................................................................................................................96
7.8 Advanced image adjustments .................................................................................................................................................97
7.8.1 P7 Realcolor ..................................................................................................................................................................97
7.8.2 Edit the RealColor presets.....................................................................................................................................99
7.8.3 Output resolution 4K............................................................................................................................................... 100
7.8.4 Smear reduction ....................................................................................................................................................... 101
7.8.5 Brilliantcolor................................................................................................................................................................. 101
7.8.6 Displaying HDR content– Perceptual Quantizer (PQ) ........................................................................ 104
7.8.7 HDR Status. ................................................................................................................................................................ 105
7.8.8 Night vision .................................................................................................................................................................. 105
8 Installation menu................................................................................................................................................................................ 107
8.1 Lens..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 108
8.1.1 Zoom / Focus.............................................................................................................................................................. 108
8.1.2 Shift.................................................................................................................................................................................. 108
8.1.3 Shift to center ............................................................................................................................................................. 109
8.1.4 Iris ......................................................................................................................................................................................110
8.2 Orientation ........................................................................................................................................................................................111
8.3 Scaling modes ................................................................................................................................................................................112
8.4 Warping ..............................................................................................................................................................................................114
8.4.1 About warping .............................................................................................................................................................114
8.4.2 Warping – On/Off ......................................................................................................................................................115
8.4.3 Warping – Screen size ...........................................................................................................................................116
8.4.4 Warp – 4 Corners adjustment ............................................................................................................................117
8.4.5 Warping – Bow ...........................................................................................................................................................119
8.4.6 Warping – Warp files .............................................................................................................................................. 122
8.4.7 Warping – Latency control in a multi projector setup ........................................................................... 123
8.5 Blending ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 125
8.5.1 Introduction to blend functions.......................................................................................................................... 125
8.5.2 Set up the system .................................................................................................................................................... 126
8.5.3 Blend mask setup procedure............................................................................................................................. 126
8.5.4 Basic blend setup procedure............................................................................................................................. 127
8.5.5 Black level setup procedure............................................................................................................................... 128
8.5.6 Color level adjustment procedure................................................................................................................... 129
8.5.7 Black level files .......................................................................................................................................................... 130
8.5.8 Blend files..................................................................................................................................................................... 131
8.5.9 Advanced blend ........................................................................................................................................................ 132
8.6 CLO feature..................................................................................................................................................................................... 132
8.6.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................................................. 132

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8.6.2 Placement of the light sensor............................................................................................................................ 132
8.6.3 Using the CLO features ........................................................................................................................................ 133
8.6.3.1 CLO feature in the OSD, Prospector and API............................................................... 133
8.6.3.2 Notifications applicable for the CLO feature .................................................................. 133
8.6.3.3 Example for using he CLO feature for maintaining brightness over
time ....................................................................................................................................................... 134
8.6.4 CLO scale..................................................................................................................................................................... 134
8.6.4.1 CLO scale.......................................................................................................................................... 134
8.6.4.2 Example: CLO scale with one projector ........................................................................... 135
8.6.4.3 Example: CLO scale with 3 projectors .............................................................................. 135
8.6.5 CLO stable signal..................................................................................................................................................... 135
8.6.6 EWMA ............................................................................................................................................................................ 136
8.6.7 Setpoint.......................................................................................................................................................................... 136
8.6.8 CLO (Light sensor) calibration.......................................................................................................................... 136
8.7 IR / Night vision functionality.................................................................................................................................................. 136
8.8 IG pixel shift..................................................................................................................................................................................... 137
8.8.1 IG pixel shift................................................................................................................................................................. 137
8.8.2 IG Pixelshift Night Vision...................................................................................................................................... 139
8.8.3 AutoStereo (3D) Setup.......................................................................................................................................... 140
9 GUI – Profiles........................................................................................................................................................................................ 141
9.1 Profiles introduction .................................................................................................................................................................... 142
9.2 Profiles setup parameters ....................................................................................................................................................... 142
9.3 Saving settings to a new profile ........................................................................................................................................... 143
9.4 Deleting a projector profile...................................................................................................................................................... 145
10 System settings menu .................................................................................................................................................................. 147
10.1 Communication ............................................................................................................................................................................. 148
10.2 Remote control .............................................................................................................................................................................. 148
10.2.1 Broadcast address .................................................................................................................................................. 148
10.2.2 Projector address..................................................................................................................................................... 149
10.2.3 IR sensors .................................................................................................................................................................... 150
10.3 Host name - custom projector name setup.................................................................................................................... 151
10.4 DMX..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 151
10.5 Trigger ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 153
10.6 Language.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 153
10.7 Themes.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 154
10.8 Units .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 154
10.9 Backlight ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 155
10.10 ECO mode ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 155
10.11 Power settings ............................................................................................................................................................................... 156
10.12 Lens features.................................................................................................................................................................................. 156
10.13 24/7 Mode ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 157
10.14 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................................... 157
10.15 Lens calibration............................................................................................................................................................................. 158
10.16 Reset................................................................................................................................................................................................... 159
10.17 Controlling the backlight of the LCD Display ................................................................................................................ 161
11 GUI – Status menu........................................................................................................................................................................... 163
11.1 Status menu overview............................................................................................................................................................... 164
12 3D ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 167
12.1 Setup 3D mode. ............................................................................................................................................................................ 168

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13 Upgrade projector firmware..................................................................................................................................................... 171
13.1 Upgrade procedure..................................................................................................................................................................... 172
14 User maintenance — Cleaning the projector ......................................................................................................... 173
14.1 Projector lenses ............................................................................................................................................................................ 174
14.2 Projector cabinet .......................................................................................................................................................................... 174
14.3 Filters .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 174
15 Technical Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................. 175
15.1 F70 4k6.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 176
15.2 F70 W6 .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 177
15.3 FS70 4k6........................................................................................................................................................................................... 179
15.4 FS70 W6 ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 180
A Color component mapping....................................................................................................................................................... 183
A.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................... 184
A.2 How infrared is displayed ........................................................................................................................................................ 184
A.3 Default setup .................................................................................................................................................................................. 184
A.4 Cloned image with full RGB input ....................................................................................................................................... 185
A.5 Cloned inputs with only green content for IR................................................................................................................ 186
B Image settings and adjustments for optimal latency....................................................................................... 187
B.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................... 188
B.2 Latency .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 188
B.3 DMD display device.................................................................................................................................................................... 188
B.4 Image display ................................................................................................................................................................................. 188
B.5 Image positioning......................................................................................................................................................................... 190
C DMX Chart................................................................................................................................................................................................ 191
C.1 DMX chart, Basic ......................................................................................................................................................................... 192
C.2 DMX chart, Extended................................................................................................................................................................. 193
D Overview video timings for video interfaces............................................................................................................ 195
D.1 Overview video timings............................................................................................................................................................. 196
D.2 Overview video timings SDI Inputs .................................................................................................................................... 197
D.3 Overview video timings HDMI 2.0 inputs........................................................................................................................ 198
D.4 Overview video timings DisplayPort 1.2 inputs ........................................................................................................... 200
D.5 Overview video timings HDBaseT input.......................................................................................................................... 201
D.6 Overview video timings DVI Inputs .................................................................................................................................... 203
E Regulatory information................................................................................................................................................................. 205
E.1 Product compliance.................................................................................................................................................................... 206
E.2 Turkey RoHS compliance........................................................................................................................................................ 206
E.3 China RoHS compliance.......................................................................................................................................................... 207
E.4 Taiwan RoHS compliance ....................................................................................................................................................... 208
E.5 Contact information..................................................................................................................................................................... 209
E.6 Production address..................................................................................................................................................................... 209
E.7 Product Info..................................................................................................................................................................................... 210
E.8 Disposal Information .................................................................................................................................................................. 210
E.9 Disposal of batteries................................................................................................................................................................... 210
Index ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................211

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1.1 General considerations .................................................................................................................12
1.2 Important safety instructions..........................................................................................................13
1.3 Projector Hazard Distances...........................................................................................................16
1.4 High Brightness Precautions .........................................................................................................16
1.5 Hazard Distance for fully closed projection system ..........................................................................19
1.6 HD in function of the lens Throw Ratio (TR) ....................................................................................20
1.7 Safety symbols.............................................................................................................................21
About this chapter
Read this chapter thoroughly before attempting to install or operate the projector.
To prevent personal injury to users or physical damage to the projector while installing and using your
projector, ensure that you understand and follow all safety guidelines, instructions and warnings included in
this chapter and this manual.
Clarification of the term F70 / F90 series used in this document
Use in this document of the term, F70 / F90 series, means that the content is applicable for the following
products:
• F90–W13WUXGA
• F90–4K13 4KUHD/WQXGA
• F70 — 4K6
• F70 — W6
Defining the GP6 platform
The F90 series products in general, are all products within the Barco GP6 Platform.
Defining the GP7 platform
The F70 series products in general, are all products within the Barco GP7 Platform
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1.1 General considerations
Notice on optical radiation F90 Series
• The projector is Class 1 laser product that conforms with IEC EN 60825-1:2014. The projector conforms
with IEC 60825–1:2007, and with performance standards for laser products under 21 CFR 1040, except
with respect to those characteristics authorized by Variance Number 2016–V-0144 effective December 12,
2019
Do not stare into Beam.
• This projector is Risk Group 2 (RG2) according to IEC EN 62471-5.
This projector may become Risk Group 3 (RG3) when an interchangeable lens with throw ratio greater
than 3.15 is installed.
Refer to the manual for the lens list and throw ratio before operation.
Such combination of projector and lens are intended for professional use only, and are not intended for
consumer use.
• For RG3, no direct exposure to the beam shall be permitted.
For RG3, operators shall control access to the beam within the hazard distance or install the product at a
height that will prevent eye exposure within the hazard distance.
• This projector has two (2) built-in Class 4 laser clusters. Disassembly or modification is very dangerous
and should never be attempted.
• Any operation or adjustment not specifically instructed by the user’s guide creates the risk of hazardous
laser radiation exposure.
• Do not open or disassemble the projector as this may cause damage by the exposure of laser radiation.
Notice on optical radiation F70 Series
• The projector is Class 1 laser product that conforms with IEC EN 60825-1:2014. The projector conforms
with IEC 60825–1:2007, and with performance standards for laser products under 21 CFR 1040, except
with respect to those characteristics authorized by Variance Number 2016–V-0144 effective December 12,
2019
Do not stare into Beam.
• This projector is Risk Group 2 (RG2) according to IEC EN 62471-5.
This projector may become Risk Group 3 (RG3) when an interchangeable lens with throw ratio greater
than 4.7 is installed.
Refer to the manual for the lens list and throw ratio before operation.
Such combination of projector and lens are intended for professional use only, and are not intended for
consumer use.
• For RG3, no direct exposure to the beam shall be permitted.
For RG3, operators shall control access to the beam within the hazard distance or install the product at a
height that will prevent eye exposure within the hazard distance.
• This projector has one (1) built-in Class 4 laser clusters. Disassembly or modification is very dangerous
and should never be attempted.
• Any operation or adjustment not specifically instructed by the user’s guide creates the risk of hazardous
laser radiation exposure.
• Do not open or disassemble the projector as this may cause damage by the exposure of laser radiation.
General safety instructions
• This product contains no user serviceable parts except the Color Wheel in F90 projectors.
When projector becomes RG3, change of color wheel must only be performed by authorized
service personnel.
Attempts to modify/replace mechanics or electronics inside the housing or compartments will violate any
warranties and may be hazardous.
Do not remove/replace any other parts than the Color Wheel. Other parts, service personnel only –
Warranty void if Removed. Follow the instructions in the User Guide to replace the Color Wheel.
• Do not stare into beam when the projector is on. The bright light may result in permanent eye damage.
• Not following the prescribed control, adjustment or operation procedure may cause damage by the
exposure of laser radiation.
• Before operating this equipment please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
• Installation and preliminary adjustments should be performed by properly trained and qualified personnel.
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• All warnings on the projector and in the documentation manuals must 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,
as basis for National safety regulation world wide. The safety standard covers information technology
equipment including electrical business equipment intended to operate in “normal” environments (offices and
homes). This safety standard imposes 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 reduce the risk of hazards and contribute to
ensure 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 Barco authorized 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 ELECTRIC and ELECTRONIC CIRCUITRY
and HIGH BRIGHTNESS PROJECTORS) in performing a task, and of measures to minimize the potential risk
to themselves or other persons. Only Barco authorized SERVICE PERSONNEL, knowledgeable of such risks,
are allowed to perform service functions inside the product enclosure. The term USER and OPERATOR refers
to any person other than SERVICE PERSONNEL.
When installing an interchangeable lens with a throw ratio that makes the projector become an RG3 unit, (See
chapter “Approved lenses” in the User manual), refer to chapter “High Brightness Precautions”, page 16 for
information regarding precautions.
Refer to the user manual for the lens list and hazard distance before operation. Such combination of projector
and lens are intended for professional use only, and are not intended for consumer use.
FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY means installation can only be carried out by Barco AUTHORIZED
PERSONNEL familiar with potential hazards associated with high intensity light beams.
1.2 Important safety instructions
To prevent the risk of electrical shock
• This product should be operated from a mono phase AC power source.
• This apparatus must be grounded (earthed) via the supplied 3 conductor AC power cable. If none of the
supplied power cables are the correct one, consult your dealer.
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.
Never use 2-prong power cords, as this is dangerous and could lead to electrical shock.
• 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.
• Use only the power cord supplied with your device or original replacement cords. While appearing to be
similar, other power cords have not been safety tested at the factory and may not be used to power the
device. For a replacement power cord, contact your dealer.
• Do not operate the projector with a damaged cord. Replace the cord.
Do not operate the projector 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 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.
• Make sure that no objects enter into the vents and openings of the set.
• Do not expose this projector to rain or moisture.
• The projector is designed for indoor use only. Never operate the unit outdoors.
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• 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, 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. This will prevent damage to the device
due to lightning and AC power-line surges.
To prevent personal injury
• To prevent injury and physical damage, always read this manual and all labels on the system before
connecting to the wall outlet or adjusting the projector.
• To prevent injury, take note of the weight of the projector.
• To prevent injury, ensure that the lens and all covers 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.
• Warning: extremely high brightness laser: This projector uses extremely high brightness laser. Never
attempt to look directly into the lens or at the laser.
• Always switch off the projector and disconnect from the mains power supply before attempting to remove
any of the projector covers or access parts inside the projector.
• This product contains no user serviceable parts except the Color Wheel. Attempts to modify/replace
mechanics or electronics inside the housing or compartments will violate any warranties and may be
hazardous.
• Do not remove/replace any other parts than the Color Wheel. Other parts, service personnel only Warranty
void if removed
• 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.
• Only place the projector on a stable surface, or mount it securely using an approved ceiling-mount.
• It is hazardous to operate without lens or lens cap. Lenses or shields shall be changed if they have
become visibly damaged, for example with cracks or deep scratches, to such an extent that their
effectiveness is impaired.
To prevent fire hazard
• Barco 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 in the exhaust area must be not less
than 100 cm (40”). The exclusion zone on the intake area must not be less than 50 cm (20”).
• Do not place flammable or combustible materials near the projector!
• For the F90 projector, the exclusion zone on the lens side within the light beam must be at least 1,5m.
• For the F70 projector the exclusion zone on the lens side within the light beam must be at least 1,0m.
• Caution! Hot air is exhausted from the rear vent. Do not place objects that are sensitive to heat nearer than
100 cm (40”) to the exhaust vent.
• 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.
Allow for sufficient distance to walls and ceilings to avoid overheating. Minimum safety distance to the
exhaust area of the unit must not be less than 100 cm (40”) and to the intake area, not less than 50 cm
(20”).
• 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.
• 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.
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• Mount the projector in a well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition and out of direct sun light.
Always allow ample airflow through the projector.
• Never expose the projector to rain or 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 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.
• Projection rooms must be well ventilated or cooled in order to avoid heat buildup.
• Let the projector cool down completely before storing. Remove cord from the projector when storing.
To prevent projector damage
• To ensure correct airflow is maintained the projector should only be operated when all of its covers in
place.
• Always remove lens cap before switching on the projector. If the lens cap is not removed, it may melt due
to the high energy light emitted through the lens. Melting the lens cap may permanently damage the
surface of the projection lens
• Only connect the projector to signal sources and voltages as described in the technical specification.
Connecting to unspecified signal sources or voltages may lead to malfunction and permanent damage of
the unit.
• To ensure correct airflow is maintained, it should only be operated when all of its covers are in place.
• 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 from its cooling system.
• 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 Barco authorized service personnel.
• Do not block the projector cooling fans or free air movement around the projector. Minimum safety distance
to the exhaust area of the unit must not be less than 100 cm (40”) and to the intake area, not less than 50
cm (20”).
• Do not use this equipment near water.
• Do not operate the projector outside its temperature and humidity specifications as this may result in
overheating and malfunction.
• Never place the projector in direct sun light. Sun light on the lens can severely damage the Digital Mirror
Devices™ 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.
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.
• 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 substitutions may result in degraded performance and reliability, fire,
electric shock or other hazards. Unauthorized substitutions may void warranty.
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• 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.
Malfunction unit
Remove all power from the projector 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.
1.3 Projector Hazard Distances
For F90 series: WARNING. This may be a RG3 laser Product, dependent on which
lens used.
This projector may become Risk Group 3 (RG3) when an interchangeable lens with throw ratio greater than
3.15 is installed.
Refer to the product manual for the lens list and throw ratio before operation.
Do not look directly in to the beam from the projector lens.
No direct eye exposure to the beam is permitted.
Operators shall control access to the beam within the hazard distance or install the product at a height that will
prevent eye exposure within the hazard distance.
See table below for a definition of hazardous distances versus the throw ratio of the lens.
For F70 Series: WARNING. This may be a RG3 laser Product, dependent on which
lens used.
This projector may become Risk Group 3 (RG3) when an interchangeable lens with throw ratio greater than
4.7 is installed.
Refer to the product manual for the lens list and throw ratio before operation.
Do not look directly in to the beam from the projector lens.
No direct eye exposure to the beam is permitted.
Operators shall control access to the beam within the hazard distance or install the product at a height that will
prevent eye exposure within the hazard distance.
See table below for a definition of hazardous distances versus the throw ratio of the lens.
1.4 High Brightness Precautions
Restriction Zone (RZ) based on the HD (Hazard Distance).
The HD depends on the amount of lumens produced by the projector and the type of lens installed. See next
chapter"HD in function of the lens Throw Ratio (TR)", page 8 .
To protect untrained end users (as cinema visitors) the installation shall comply with the following installation
requirements: Operators shall control access to the beam within the hazard distance or install the product at
the height that will prevent spectators’ eyes from being in the hazard distance. Radiation levels in excess of
the limits will not be permitted at any point less than 2.0 meter (SH) above any surface upon which persons
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other than operators, performers, or employees are permitted to stand or less than 1.0 meter (SH) lateral
separation from any place where such persons are permitted to be. In non-cinema environments where
unrestrained behavior is reasonably foreseeable, the minimum separation height should be greater than or
equal to 3.0 meter to prevent potential exposure, for example by an individual sitting on another individual’s
shoulders, within the HD.
These values are minimum values and are based on the guidance provided in IEC 62471-5:2015 section
6.6.5.
The end user must understand the risk and apply protective measures based upon the hazard distance as
indicated on the label and in the user information. Installation method, barriers, detection system or other
applicable control measure shall prevent hazardous eye access to the radiation within the hazard distance.
For example, projectors that have a HD greater than 1 m and emit light into an uncontrolled area where
persons may be present should be positioned in accordance with “the fixed projector installation” parameters,
resulting in a HD that does not extend into the audience area unless the beam is at least 2.0 meter above the
floor level. In non-cinema environments where unrestrained behavior is reasonably foreseeable, the minimum
separation height should be greater than or equal to 3.0 meter to prevent potential exposure, for example by
an individual sitting on another individual’s shoulders, within the HD. For example, a sufficiently large
separation height may be achieved by mounting the image projector on the ceiling or through the use of
physical barriers.
For applications installed in the USA market the above limits for cinema like environments do not apply. The
relevant minimum separation height is 2.5m (8,2 ft) by the FDA CDRH. Non cinema like environments require
2.5 meter (8.2 ft) separation height and 1.0 meter (3.3 ft) separation width for areas where restrained behavior
is to be expected. All other areas require 3.0 (9.9 ft) separation height.
RA
TH
PR
HD
SW
SW
SW
SW
(B) TOP VIEW
EXIT
SH
LRZ
RA
PR
TH
HD
(A) SIDE VIEW
RZ
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ASide View
BTop View
RA Restricted Area
PR Projector
TH Theater
RZ Restriction Zone in the theater
SH Separation Height
SW Separation Width
Regarding the SH Distance: For Cinema applications, the distance must be >2m. For Concert
applications, the distance must be >3m.
Based on national requirements, no person is allowed to enter the projected beam within the zone between
the projection lens and the related hazard distance (HD). This shall be physically impossible by creating
sufficient separation height or by placing barriers. The minimum separation height takes into account the
surface upon which persons other than operator, performers or employees are permitted to stand.
On image 1-2 a typical setup is displayed. It must be verified if these minimum requirements are met. If
required a restricted zone (RZ) in the theater must be established. This can be done by using physical barrier,
like a red rope as illustrated in image 1-2.
The restricted area sticker can be replaced by a sticker with only the symbol.
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Image 1–2
USA market
For LIPs (Laser Illuminated Projectors) installed in the USA market other restriction zone conditions apply.
LIPs for installation in restrained environment (cinema theaters, business rooms, class rooms, museums ...)
shall be installed at height vertically above the floor such that the bottom plane of the hazard distance zone
shall be no lower than 2.5 meters above the floor. Horizontal clearance to the hazard distance zone shall be
not less than 1 meter. Alternatively, in case the height of the separation barrier for the horizontal clearance is
at least 1 meter high then the horizontal clearance (SW) can be reduced to:
• 0 meter if the height of the hazard zone is minimum 2.5 meter.
• 0.1 meter if the height of the hazard zone is minimum 2.4 meter.
• 0.6 meter if the height of the hazard zone is minimum 2.2 meter.
LIPs for installations in unrestrained environment (concerts, ...) shall be installed at a height vertically above
the floor such that the bottom plane of the Hazard distance Zone shall be no lower than 3 meters above the
floor. Horizontal clearance to the hazard distance zone shall be not less than 2.5 meters. Any human access
horizontally to the Hazard Zone, if applicable, shall be restricted by barriers. If human access is possible in an
unsupervised environment, the horizontal or vertical clearances shall be increased to prevent exposure to the
hazard distance zone.
The LIP shall be installed by Barco or by a trained and Barco-authorized installer or shall only be transferred to
laser light show variance holders. This is applicable for dealers and distributors since they may need to install
the LIP (demo install) and/or they transfer (sell, rent, lease) the LIP. Dealers and distributors shall preserve
sales and installation records for a period of 5 years. Variance holders may currently hold a variance for
production of Class IIIB and IV laser light shows and/or for incorporating RG3 LIPs. Laser light show variance
for RG3 LIPs can be requested by mailing the application to [email protected].
The installation checklist for laser illuminated RG3 projectors must be fully completed after the installation.
The installation checklist can be downloaded from the Barco website. The installer shall preserve the checklist
for a period of 5 years.
Install one or more readily accessible controls to immediately terminate LIP projection light. The power input at
the projector side is considered as a reliable disconnect device. When required to switch off the projector,
disconnect the power cord at the projector side. In case the power input at the projector side is not accessible
(e. g. truss mount), the socket outlet supplying the projector shall be installed nearby the projector and be
easily accessible, or a readily accessible general disconnect device shall be incorporated in the fixed wiring.
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1.5 Hazard Distance for fully closed projection
system
HD
Hazard Distance (HD) is the distance measured from the projection lens at which the intensity or the
energy per surface unit becomes lower than the applicable exposure limit on the cornea or on the
skin. The light beam is considered (to be) unsafe for exposure if the distance from a person to the
light source is less than the HD.
Restriction Zone RZ Based on the HD
The projector is also suitable for rear projection applications; projecting a beam onto a defuse coated
projection screen. As displayed in image 1-3 two areas should be considered: the restricted enclosed
projection area (RA) and the observation area (TH).
RA TH
sw
PD
HDDIFFUSE
sw
RZ
sw sw
PR
HD
REFLECTION
RESTRICTED
AREA
RESTRICTED
AREA
Image 1–3
RA Restricted Access location (Enclosed projection area)
PR Projector.
TH Theater (observation area).
RZ Restriction Zone
PD Projection Distan
SW Separation Width. Must be minimum 1 meter.
Restriction zone (RZ) based on the HD continued.
For this type of setup 3 different HD shall be considered:
• HD as discussed in "High Brightness precautions: Hazard Distance (HD)", page 6 , relevant for intrabeam
exposure.
• HDreflection : the distance that has to be kept restrictive related to the reflected light from the rear
projection screen.
• HDdiffuse : the relevant distance to be considered while observing the defuse surface of the rear projection
screen.
As described in "High Brightness precautions: Hazard Distance (HD)", page 6 , it is mandatory to create a
restricted zone within the beam areas closer than any NOHD. In the enclosed projection area the combination
of two restricted zones are relevant: The restricted zone of the projected beam toward the screen; taking into
account 1 meter Separation Width (SW) from the beam onward. Combined with the restricted zone related to
the rear reflection from the screen (HDreflection); also taking into account a 1 meter lateral separation.
The HDreflection distance equals 25% of the difference between the determined HD distance and the
projection distance to the rear projection screen. To determine the HD distance for the used lens and projector
model see graphs in chapter "HD in function of the lens Throw Ratio (TR)", page 8 .
HDreflection = 25% (HD – PD)
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The light emitted from the screen within the observation shall never exceed the RG2 exposure limit,
determined at 10 cm. The HDdiffuse can be neglected if the measured light at the screen surface is below
5000 cd/m² or 15000 LUX.
1.6 HD in function of the lens Throw Ratio (TR)
TR (Throw Ratio)
The ratio of the distance to the screen (throw) to the screen width.
HD versus Throw Ratio
Image 1–4 Hazard Distance in meters versus Throw ratio of the lens for the F90 projectors
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