Barco HDX 4K User manual

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HDX 4K

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area may cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be responsible for correcting any interference
at his own expense
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user's authority to operate the equipment
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Such equipment should not be restricted in its sale but the following warning shall be included in the
instructions for use:
Warning : This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Warning : This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential environment this equipment
may cause radio interference.

1Safety.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.1 General considerations .................................................................................................................................................................10
1.2 Important safety instructions ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
1.3 High Brightness precautions: Hazard Distance (HD) ................................................................................................... 14
1.4 HD for fully enclosed projection systems ............................................................................................................................16
1.5 HD in function of the lens Throw Ratio (TR) ......................................................................................................................17
1.6 Important warnings concerning HDX flight cases...........................................................................................................18
2Installation preparations...........................................................................................................................................................................19
2.1 Installation requirements ..............................................................................................................................................................20
2.2 Unpacking the projector ................................................................................................................................................................ 21
2.3 Initial inspection .................................................................................................................................................................................22
2.4 HDX flight case...................................................................................................................................................................................22
2.5 Projector configurations ................................................................................................................................................................23
2.6 Projector air inlets and outlets ...................................................................................................................................................28
2.7 Free download of Projector Toolset........................................................................................................................................28
3Pulse Remote Control Unit......................................................................................................................................................................31
3.1 Remote control, battery installation ........................................................................................................................................ 32
3.2 Remote control, protocol setup.................................................................................................................................................33
3.3 Remote control, on/off button.....................................................................................................................................................33
3.4 Functions of the “button pressed indicator”........................................................................................................................34
3.5 Displaying and Programming addresses into the RCU...............................................................................................34
3.6 Using the XLR connector of the RCU....................................................................................................................................34
3.7 Using the mini-jack connector of the RCU..........................................................................................................................35
3.8 Silicone protection sleeve for the RCU (optional)...........................................................................................................35
4Physical Installation.....................................................................................................................................................................................37
4.1 Connecting the projector with the power net .....................................................................................................................38
4.2 Alignment of a table mounted projector................................................................................................................................39
4.3 Mounting the bottom carry handler ......................................................................................................................................... 39
4.4 Mounting the top carry handler .................................................................................................................................................41
4.5 Suspension of the projector with rigging clamps.............................................................................................................42
4.6 Alignment of a ceiling mounted projector ............................................................................................................................45
5Lenses & Lens selection...........................................................................................................................................................................47
5.1 Available lenses.................................................................................................................................................................................48
5.2 Lens selection.....................................................................................................................................................................................49
5.3 Lens installation.................................................................................................................................................................................49
5.4 Lens removal.......................................................................................................................................................................................51
5.5 Lens safety cable..............................................................................................................................................................................52
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5.6 Scheimpflug adjustment ...............................................................................................................................................................56
6Input & Communication.............................................................................................................................................................................61
6.1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................................................62
6.2 Removal of an input board...........................................................................................................................................................62
6.3 Installation of an input board or a communication board............................................................................................63
6.4 Input source connections –Quad combo input Mark II ...............................................................................................65
6.5 Input source connections –Quad combo input Mk I .....................................................................................................70
6.6 Input source connections –Quad DP 1.2 Input board .................................................................................................73
6.7 Communication connections......................................................................................................................................................74
6.8 LED and Button indication chart...............................................................................................................................................76
7WiFi & GSM Module......................................................................................................................................................................................79
7.1 Compliance FCC...............................................................................................................................................................................80
7.2 Compliance IC....................................................................................................................................................................................80
7.3 Installation of the WiFi module ..................................................................................................................................................81
7.4 Installation of the GSM module.................................................................................................................................................85
8Getting Started.................................................................................................................................................................................................89
8.1 Functionality overview....................................................................................................................................................................90
8.2 Power on projector...........................................................................................................................................................................91
8.3 Switching to standby .......................................................................................................................................................................93
8.4 Power off projector ...........................................................................................................................................................................93
8.5 Using the RCU....................................................................................................................................................................................94
8.6 Projector Address ............................................................................................................................................................................. 95
8.6.1 Controlling the projector.............................................................................................................................................95
8.7 Quick setup via Direct access....................................................................................................................................................96
8.8 Software update ................................................................................................................................................................................97
9Graphic User Interface (GUI)............................................................................................................................................................... 101
9.1 Overview............................................................................................................................................................................................. 102
9.2 Navigation .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 102
9.3 Test Patterns..................................................................................................................................................................................... 103
10 GUI –Source .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 105
10.1 Displaying a single source ........................................................................................................................................................ 106
10.2 Displaying multiple sources: Stitched layouts................................................................................................................ 106
10.3 Connector Settings ....................................................................................................................................................................... 108
11 GUI –Image ......................................................................................................................................................................................................111
11.1 Setting image levels manually.................................................................................................................................................112
11.2 Adjusting the sharpness..............................................................................................................................................................113
11.3 Adjusting the gamma correction.............................................................................................................................................114
11.4 P7 Realcolor ......................................................................................................................................................................................115
11.5 Setting the output resolution.....................................................................................................................................................117
11.6 HDR –Perceptual Quantizer (PQ) ........................................................................................................................................118
12 GUI –Installation......................................................................................................................................................................................... 121
12.1 Configuring the lens, zoom-focus ......................................................................................................................................... 122
12.2 Configuring the lens, shift.......................................................................................................................................................... 122
12.3 Configuring the lens, high contrast ...................................................................................................................................... 123
12.4 Orientation ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 124
12.5 Warping ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 124
12.5.1 About warping............................................................................................................................................................... 124
12.5.2 Warping –On/Off......................................................................................................................................................... 124
12.5.3 Warping –Screen Size ............................................................................................................................................ 125

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12.5.4 Warping –4 corners adjustment......................................................................................................................... 127
12.5.5 Warping –Bow.............................................................................................................................................................. 128
12.5.6 Warping –Warp files ................................................................................................................................................. 132
12.5.7 Warping –Latency control in a multi projector setup .............................................................................. 134
12.6 Blending .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 135
12.6.1 Blend & Mask ................................................................................................................................................................ 136
12.6.2 Black level adjustment ............................................................................................................................................. 138
12.6.3 Black Level Files ......................................................................................................................................................... 140
12.6.4 Blend Files ...................................................................................................................................................................... 141
12.7 Lamp illumination........................................................................................................................................................................... 142
12.8 3D projection .................................................................................................................................................................................... 142
12.8.1 Active Stereo & Passive Stereo.......................................................................................................................... 143
12.8.2 Setup process 3D projection ................................................................................................................................ 143
12.8.3 Connection possibilities........................................................................................................................................... 144
12.8.4 Choosing the desired Display Setup................................................................................................................ 144
12.8.5 3D emitter Setup ......................................................................................................................................................... 145
13 GUI –System Settings ............................................................................................................................................................................ 147
13.1 Communication, LAN setup ..................................................................................................................................................... 148
13.1.1 Introduction to a Network connection .............................................................................................................. 148
13.1.2 Wired IP address set up.......................................................................................................................................... 148
13.2 GSM configuration ........................................................................................................................................................................ 150
13.3 IR control ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 151
13.3.1 Broadcast address ..................................................................................................................................................... 151
13.3.2 Projector address........................................................................................................................................................ 151
13.3.3 IR sensors ....................................................................................................................................................................... 152
13.4 Setting a custom projector name .......................................................................................................................................... 153
13.5 Themes................................................................................................................................................................................................ 154
13.6 Service Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................... 154
13.6.1 Service –Color ............................................................................................................................................................. 155
13.6.2 Service –Statistics ..................................................................................................................................................... 156
13.6.3 Lens Calibration........................................................................................................................................................... 157
13.6.4 Flex brightness ............................................................................................................................................................. 158
13.7 Lens features.................................................................................................................................................................................... 159
13.8 Controlling the backlight of the LCD Display .................................................................................................................. 160
13.9 Reset..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 161
14 GUI –Test Patterns .................................................................................................................................................................................... 165
14.1 Internal test patterns .................................................................................................................................................................... 166
14.2 Output test patterns ...................................................................................................................................................................... 166
15 Status menu ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 169
15.1 Status menu overview................................................................................................................................................................. 170
16 Maintenance................................................................................................................................................................................................... 171
16.1 Cleaning the lens ........................................................................................................................................................................... 172
16.2 Cleaning the exterior of the projector.................................................................................................................................. 172
17 Servicing........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 173
17.1 Removal of the front cover........................................................................................................................................................ 174
17.2 Mounting the front cover ............................................................................................................................................................ 175
17.3 Removal of the lamp cover....................................................................................................................................................... 177
17.4 Mounting the lamp cover ........................................................................................................................................................... 177
17.5 Removal of the lamp house ..................................................................................................................................................... 178
17.6 Installation of the lamp house ................................................................................................................................................. 179

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17.7 Replacement of the high density dust filter ..................................................................................................................... 180
17.8 Remove and clear metal front filter ...................................................................................................................................... 181
ASpecifications................................................................................................................................................................................................ 183
A.1 Specifications of the HDX-4K12 ............................................................................................................................................ 184
A.2 Specifications of the HDX-4K14 ............................................................................................................................................ 185
A.3 Specifications of the HDX-4K20 FLEX .............................................................................................................................. 187
A.4 Dimensions of a HDX .................................................................................................................................................................. 189
A.5 Technical Regulations ................................................................................................................................................................. 189
BStacking HDX projectors ....................................................................................................................................................................... 191
B.1 Mount stacking points.................................................................................................................................................................. 192
B.2 Stacking HDX projectors............................................................................................................................................................ 192
B.3 Aligning stacked HDX projectors .......................................................................................................................................... 195
CEnvironmental Information .................................................................................................................................................................. 199
C.1 Disposal information..................................................................................................................................................................... 200
C.2 China RoHS compliance............................................................................................................................................................ 201
C.3 Taiwan RoHS compliance ......................................................................................................................................................... 202
C.4 Turkey RoHS compliance ......................................................................................................................................................... 203
C.5 Production address....................................................................................................................................................................... 203
C.6 Contact information ...................................................................................................................................................................... 204
C.7 Download Product Manual ....................................................................................................................................................... 204
DOverview video timings for video interfaces........................................................................................................................... 205
D.1 Overview video timings............................................................................................................................................................... 206
D.2 Overview video timings SDI Inputs ...................................................................................................................................... 207
D.3 Overview video timings HDMI 2.0 inputs.......................................................................................................................... 208
D.4 Overview video timings DisplayPort 1.2 inputs ............................................................................................................. 209
D.5 Overview video timings HDBaseT inputs ......................................................................................................................... 212
Glossary.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 215
Index...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 217

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About this chapter
Read this chapter attentively. It contains important information to prevent personal injury while installing and
using a HDX projector. Furthermore, it includes several cautions to prevent damage to the HDX projector.
Ensure that you understand and follow all safety guidelines, safety instructions and warnings mentioned in this
chapter before installing the HDX projector. After this chapter, additional “warnings”and “cautions”are given
depending on the installation procedure. Read and follow these “warnings”and “cautions”as well.
Clarification of the term “HDX”used in this document
When referring in this document to the term “HDX”means that the content is applicable for following Barco
products:
•HDX 4K
•HDX 4K12
•HDX 4K14
•HDX 4K20 FLEX
Barco provides a guarantee relating to perfect manufacturing as part of the legally stipulated terms
of guarantee. Observing the specification mentioned in this chapter is critical for projector
performance. Neglecting this can result in loss of warranty.
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1.1 General considerations
WARNING: Ensure you understand and follow all the safety guidelines, safety instructions,
warnings and cautions mentioned in this manual.
WARNING: Be aware of suspended loads.
WARNING: Wear a hard hat to reduce the risk of personal injury.
WARNING: Be careful while working with heavy loads.
WARNING: Mind your fingers while working with heavy loads.
CAUTION: High pressure lamp may explode if improperly handled.
General safety instructions
•Before operating this equipment please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
•Installation and preliminary adjustments should be performed by qualified Barco personnel or by
authorized Barco service dealers.
•All warnings on the projector and in the documentation manuals should be adhered to.
•All instructions for operating and use of this equipment must be followed precisely.
•All local installation codes should be adhered to.
Notice on safety
This equipment is built in accordance with the requirements of the international safety standards IEC60950-1,
EN60950-1, UL60950-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1, which are the safety standards of information
technology equipment including electrical business equipment. These safety standards impose important
requirements on the use of safety critical components, materials and insulation, in order to protect the user or
operator against risk of electric shock and energy hazard and having access to live parts. Safety standards
also impose limits to the internal and external temperature rises, radiation levels, mechanical stability and
strength, enclosure construction and protection against the risk of fire. Simulated single fault condition testing
ensures the safety of the equipment to the user even when the equipment's normal operation fails.
Users definition
Throughout this manual, the term SERVICE PERSONNEL refers to persons having appropriate technical
training and experience necessary to be knowledgeable of potential hazards to which they are exposed
(including, but not limited to HIGH VOLTAGE 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. The term USER and OPERATOR refers to any person other than SERVICE
PERSONNEL, AUTHORIZED to operate professional projection systems.
The HDX projector is intended "FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY" by AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL familiar
with potential hazards associated with high voltage, high intensity light beams, ultraviolet exposure and high
temperatures generated by the lamp and associated circuits. Only qualified SERVICE PERSONNEL,
knowledgeable of such risks, are allowed to perform service functions inside the product enclosure.
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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.
•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. 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.
•Do not expose this projector to rain or moisture.
•Do not immerse or expose this projector in water or other liquids.
•Do not spill liquid of any kind on this projector.
•Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the set and have it checked by qualified
service personnel before resuming operations.
•Do not disassemble this projector, 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
•Isolate electrically before replacing the lamp or lamp house. Caution: Hot lamp (house).
•Caution: High pressure lamp may explode if improperly handled. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.
•To prevent injury and physical damage, always read this manual and all labels on the system before
inserting the lamp casing, connecting to the wall outlet or adjusting the projector.
•To prevent injury, take note of the weight of the projector. Minimum 2 persons are needed to carry the
projector.
•To prevent injury, ensure that the lens and all 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 lamps: This projector uses extremely high brightness lamps. Never
attempt to look directly into the lens or at the lamp. If the projection distance is less than 6 meter, any
person needs to be at least 4 meters away from the projected image. Avoid close range reflection of the
projected image on any reflecting surface (such as glass, metal, …) . When operating the projector, we
strongly recommend wearing suitable safety glasses.
•Before attempting to remove any of the projector's covers, you must turn off the projector and disconnect
from the wall outlet.
•When required to switch off the projector, to access parts inside, always disconnect the power cord from
the power net.
•The power input at the projector side is considered as the disconnect device. When required to switch off
the projector, to access parts inside, always disconnect the power cord at the projector side. In case the
power input at the projector side is not accessible (e.g. ceiling 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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•Never stack more than 2 HDX projectors in a hanging configuration (truss) and never stack more than 3
HDX projectors in a base stand configuration (table mount).
•When using the projector in a hanging configuration, always mount 2 safety cables. See installation
manual for the correct use of these cables.
•Do not place this equipment on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious
damage to it and possible injury to the user.
•It is hazardous to operate without lens or shield. Lenses, shields or ultra violet screens shall be changed if
they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is impaired. For example by
cracks or deep scratches.
•Warning: Protection from ultraviolet radiation: Do not look directly in the light beam. The lamp
contained in this product is an intense source of light and heat. One component of the light emitted from
this lamp is ultraviolet light. Potential eye and skin hazards are present when the lamp is energized due to
ultraviolet radiation. Avoid unnecessary exposure. Protect yourself and your employees by making them
aware of the hazards and how to protect themselves. Protecting the skin can be accomplished by wearing
tightly woven garments and gloves. Protecting the eyes from UV can be accomplished by wearing safety
glasses that are designed to provide UV protection. In addition to the UV, the visible light from the lamp is
intense and should also be considered when choosing protective eye wear.
•Exposure to UV radiation: Some medications are known to make individuals extra sensitive to UV
radiation. The American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) recommends
occupational UV exposure for an-8 hour day to be less than 0,1 micro-watts per square centimeters of
effective UV radiation. An evaluation of the workplace is advised to assure employees are not exposed to
cumulative radiation levels exceeding these government guidelines. The exposer of this UV radiation is
allowed for only 1 hour per day for maintenance and service persons.
•Cooling liquid circuit. The projector contains a cooling circuit filled with Blue antifreeze diluted (1/3
ethanediol –2/3 Demi water).
When the cooling circuit leaks, switch off the device and contact a service technician.
The liquid is not for household use. Keep out of reach of children. Harmful by oral intake. Avoid exposure
to pregnant women. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid inhale of the noxious fumes.
•When the projector is mounted above persons, mount always a lens safety cable.
•In case the product malfunctions, power off the unit and contact Barco by logging an incident via the
support website: www.barco.com/en/support.
To prevent fire hazard
•Do not place flammable or combustible materials near the projector!
•Barco large screen projection products are designed and manufactured to meet the most stringent safety
regulations. This projector radiates heat on its external surfaces and from ventilation ducts during normal
operation, which is both normal and safe. Exposing flammable or combustible materials into close
proximity of this projector could result in the spontaneous ignition of that material, resulting in a fire. For this
reason, it is absolutely necessary to leave an “exclusion zone”around all external surfaces of the projector
whereby no flammable or combustible materials are present. The exclusion zone must be not less than 40
cm (16”) for all DLP projectors. The exclusion zone on the lens side must be at least 5 m. Do not cover the
projector or the lens with any material while the projector is in operation. Keep flammable and combustible
materials away from the projector at all times. Mount the projector in a well ventilated area away from
sources of ignition and out of direct sun light. Never expose the projector to rain or moisture. In the event of
fire, use sand, CO2or dry powder fire extinguishers. Never use water on an electrical fire. Always have
service performed on this projector by authorized Barco service personnel. Always insist on genuine Barco
replacement parts. Never use non-Barco replacement parts as they may degrade the safety of this
projector.
•Slots and openings in this equipment are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the
projector and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the projector too close to walls, or other similar surface. This projector
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This projector should not be placed in a
built-in installation or enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
•Projection rooms must be well ventilated or cooled in order to avoid build up of heat.
•Let the projector cool down completely before storing. Remove cord from the projector when storing.
•Heat sensitive materials should not be placed in the path of the exhausted air or on the lamp house.
To prevent projector damage
•This projector has been designed for use with a specific lamp (house) type. See installation instructions for
its correct type.
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•The air filters of the projector must be cleaned or replaced on regular base (a "clean" booth would be
monthly-minimum). Neglecting this could result in disrupting the air flow inside the projector, causing
overheating. Overheating may lead to the projector shutting down during operation.
•The projector must always be installed in a manner which ensures free flow of air into its air inlets and
unimpeded evacuation of the hot air from its cooling system.
•In order to ensure that correct airflow is maintained, and that the projector complies with Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) requirements, it should always be operated with all of it's covers in place.
•Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should
never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. The device should not be placed in a built-in
installation or enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
•Ensure that nothing can be spilled on, or dropped inside the projector. If this does happen, switch off and
unplug the mains supply immediately. Do not operate the projector again until it has been checked by
qualified service personnel.
•Do not block the projector cooling fans or free air movement around the projector. Loose papers or other
objects may not be nearer to the projector than 10 cm (4") on any side.
•Do not use this equipment near water.
•Special care for Laser Beams: Special care should be used when DLP projectors are used in the same
room as high power laser equipment. Direct or indirect hitting of a laser beam on to the lens can severely
damage the Digital Mirror DevicesTM in which case there is a loss of warranty.
•Never place the projector in direct sun light. Sun light on the lens can severely damage the Digital Mirror
DevicesTM in which case there is a loss of warranty.
•Save the original shipping carton and packing material. They will come in handy if you ever have to ship
your equipment. For maximum protection, repack your set as it was originally packed at the factory.
•Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Never use strong solvents, such as thinner or benzine, or abrasive
cleaners, since these will damage the cabinet. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly
dampened with mild detergent solution.
•To ensure the highest optical performance and resolution, the projection lenses are specially treated with
an anti-reflective coating, therefore, avoid touching the lens. To remove dust on the lens, use a soft dry
cloth. Do not use a damp cloth, detergent solution, or thinner.
•Rated maximum ambient temperature, ta= 40 °C (104 °F).
•The lamp house shall be replaced if it has become damaged or thermally deformed.
On servicing
•Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage potentials and risk of electric shock.
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
•Attempts to alter the factory-set internal controls or to change other control settings not specially discussed
in this manual can lead to permanent damage to the projector and cancellation of the warranty.
•Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service technicians under the
following conditions:
-When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
-If liquid has been spilled into the equipment.
-If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
-If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of the other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to normal operation.
-If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
-If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
•Replacement parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used original
Barco replacement parts or authorized replacement parts which have the same characteristics as the
Barco original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in degraded performance and reliability, fire,
electric shock or other hazards. Unauthorized substitutions may void warranty.
•Safety check: Upon completion of any service or repairs to this projector, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
•Possible explosion hazard: Always keep in mind the caution below:
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CAUTION: Xenon compact arc lamps are highly pressurized. When ignited, the normal operating
temperature of the bulb increases the pressure to a level at which the bulb may explode if not
handled in strict accordance to the manufacturer's instructions. The bulb is stable at room
temperature, but may still explode if dropped or otherwise mishandled. Whenever the lamp house,
containing a xenon lamp, has to be dismantled or whenever the protective container or cloth has to
be removed from the xenon lamp, authorized protective clothing MUST be worn!
To prevent battery explosion
•Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly installed.
•Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
•For disposal of used batteries, always consult federal, state, local and provincial hazardous waste disposal
rules and regulations to ensure proper disposal.
Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals
For safe handling information on chemical products, consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). SDSs are available
upon request via [email protected].
1.3 High Brightness precautions: Hazard Distance
(HD)
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 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 17.
To protect untrained end users (as cinema visitors, spectators) 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 other than operators, performers, or employees are permitted to stand or less than 1.0 meter (SW)
lateral separation from any place where such persons are permitted to be. In 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
6.6.3.5.
The installer and 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, separation height, 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 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. Sufficiently large separation height may be achieved
by mounting the image projector on the ceiling or through the use of physical barriers.
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RA
TH
PR
RZ
HD
SW
1m
SW
SW
SW
HD
EXIT
SH
RA
PR
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RZ
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(B) TOP VIEW(A) SIDE VIEW
Image 1-1
ASide view.
BTop view.
RA Restricted Access location (boot area of
projector).
PR Projector.
TH Theater.
RZ Restriction Zone in the theater.
SH Separation Height.
SWSeparation Width.
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.
PR
RESTRICTED
AREA
RESTRICTED
AREA
Image 1-2
USA market
For LIPs (Laser Illuminated Projectors) installed in the USA market other restriction zone conditions apply.
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Lip’s for installation in restrained environment (cinema theaters) 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.
Lip’s for installations in unrestrained environment (large venues,..) 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.
In addition for temporary installations (e.g.: rental and staging, lease, events …) the following requirements
apply:
•This product can only be installed by Barco or sold or leased only to valid laser light show variance holders.
In other words our installers are required to have an approved laser light show variance. Such installers
may currently hold a valid variance for production of Class IIIb and IV laser light shows and/or for
incorporation of the RG3 LIPs into their shows. Dealers and distributors are also required to obtain a valid
laser light show variance.
•This product shall be located in such a way that all propagating beam paths within the Restriction Zone,
and the audience can be directly observed at all times.
•Effects other than front or rear screen projections shall not be performed.
•Communication shall be maintained with other personnel assisting in surveillance of the LIP projection.
•In the event of any unsafe condition, immediately terminates (or designate the termination) of LIP
projection light.
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.
Laser light shows can be requested via the FDA online eSubmitter portal or via FDA Form FDA Form 3147
referencing to Barco’s variance approval 2016-V-0144.
1.4 HD for fully enclosed projection systems
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).
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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 Distance.
SWSeparation Width. Must be minimum 1 meter.
For this type of setup 3 different HD shall be considered:
•HD as discussed in “High Brightness precautions: Hazard Distance (HD)”, page 14, 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 diffuse surface of the rear projection
screen.
As described in “High Brightness precautions: Hazard Distance (HD)”, page 14, it is mandatory to create a
restricted zone within the beam areas closer than any HD. 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 17.
HDreflection = 25% (HD – PD)
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.
1.5 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.
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HDX series projector Hazard Distance
HD [m]
TR
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0,5 1,0 1,5 2,0 2,5 3,0 3,5 4,0 4,5 5,0 5,5 6,0 6,5 7,0 7,5 8,0 8,5 9,0 10,0
Image 1-4: HD (in meter) in function of the Throw Ratio (TR)
1.6 Important warnings concerning HDX flight
cases
Important warnings concerning stacking/transporting HDX rental flight cases
•Stack maximum two (2) HDX rental flight cases high. Never higher.
•Surface on which flight case is standing must be level to ensure that the total load is evenly spread out
among the four wheels. The surface must also be able to support the load safely.
•Before stacking or transporting flight cases, check the wheels and their fixation screws for wear or defects.
•Before stacking or transporting flight cases, check that the four lock handles on each flight case are in
good working order and locked securely.
•When stacked, make sure the wheels of the upper flight case are precisely positioned in the stacking
dishes of the flight case below.
•Stacked flight cases may not be moved. Before stacking, the lower flight case must already be in its final
resting position before placing the second upon it.
•Never stack loaded flight cases in a truck or other transport medium, unless each flight case is rigidly
strapped tight.
•In the event of a wheel breaking, flight cases must be rigidly strapped tight to prevent a stack collapsing.
•Use an appropriate forklift to raise flight cases and take the necessary precautions to avoid personnel
injury.
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About this chapter
Read this chapter before installing the HDX projector. It contains important information concerning installation
requirements for the projector, such as minimum and maximum allowed ambient temperature, humidity
conditions, required safety area around the installed projector, required power net, etc.
Furthermore, careful consideration of things such as image size, ambient light level, projector placement and
type of screen to use are critical to the optimum use of the projection system.
Barco provides a guarantee relating to perfect manufacturing as part of the legally stipulated terms
of guarantee. Observing the specification mentioned in this chapter is critical for projector
performance. Neglecting this can result in loss of warranty.
Overview
•Installation requirements
•Unpacking the projector
•Initial inspection
•HDX flight case
•Projector configurations
•Projector air inlets and outlets
•Free download of Projector Toolset
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2.1 Installation requirements
Environment conditions
Table below summarizes the physical environment in which the HDX may be safely operated or stored.
Environment Operating Non-Operating
Ambient Temperature 10 °C (50 °F) to 40 °C (104 °F) -15°C (5°F) to 60°C (140°F)
Humidity 0% RH to 80% RH Non-
condensed
0% RH to 90% RH Non-
Condensed
Altitude -60 m (-197 Ft) to 3000 m
(9843Ft)
-60 m (-197 Ft) to 10000 m (32810
Ft)
Let the projector acclimatize after unpacking. Neglecting this may result in a startup failure of the
Light Processor Unit.
Cooling requirements
The projector is fan cooled and must be installed with sufficient space around the projector head, minimum 10
cm (4 inch) to ensure sufficient air flow. It should be used in an area where the ambient temperature, as
measured at the projector air inlet , does not exceed +40°C (+104°F).
Clean air environment
A projector must always be mounted in a manner which ensures the free flow of clean air into the projectors
ventilation inlets. For installations in environments where the projector is subject to airborne contaminants
such as that produced by smoke machines or similar (these deposit a thin layer of greasy residue upon the
projectors internal optics and imaging electronic surfaces, degrading performance), then it is highly advisable
and desirable to have this contamination removed prior to it reaching the projectors clean air supply. Devices
or structures to extract or shield contaminated air well away from the projector are a prerequisite, if this is not a
feasible solution then measures to relocate the projector to a clean air environment should be considered.
Only ever use the manufacturer's recommended cleaning kit which has been specifically designed for
cleaning optical parts, never use industrial strength cleaners on the projector's optics as these will degrade
optical coatings and damage sensitive optoelectronics components. Failure to take suitable precautions to
protect the projector from the effects of persistent and prolonged air contaminants will culminate in extensive
and irreversible ingrained optical damage. At this stage cleaning of the internal optical units will be
noneffective and impracticable. Damage of this nature is under no circumstances covered under the
manufacturer's warranty and may deem the warranty null and void. In such a case the client shall be held
solely responsible for all costs incurred during any repair. It is the clients responsibility to ensure at all times
that the projector is protected from the harmful effects of hostile airborne particles in the environment of the
projector. The manufacturer reserves the right to refuse repair if a projector has been subject to knowingly
neglect, abandon or improper use.
Main Power requirements
The HDX operates from a nominal mono phase power net with a separate earth ground PE.
Power requirements : 110-130V/200-240 V, 15A, 50-60Hz
The power cord required to connect the projector with the power net is delivered with the projector.
Projector weight
Do not underestimate the weight of the HDX. The projector weights about ±50 kg (±111 lb.) without lens. Be
sure that the pedestal on which the projector has to be installed is capable of handling five (5) times the
complete load of the system.
Installation preparations