Barco SIM 5H User manual

Sim 5H
Owner Manual
R9040390
R59770247/00
04/06/2008

Barco nv Avionics and Simulation Division
Noordlaan 5, B-8520 Kuurne
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Visit us at the web: www.barco.com
Printed in Belgium

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Table of contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Safety Instructions................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Warnings.............................................................................................................................. 5
1.2 Note................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Packaging and dimensions....................................................................................... 7
2.1 Unpacking . . . ......................................................................................................................... 7
3. Installation guidelines............................................................................................. 9
3.1 Safety warnings....................................................................................................................... 9
3.2 Installation guidelines ................................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Projector position ....................................................................................................................10
3.4 Airflow................................................................................................................................ 12
4. Installation..........................................................................................................15
4.1 Battery installation in the RCU ......................................................................................................16
4.2 Lens Installation .....................................................................................................................16
4.3 Cleaning the lens . . . .................................................................................................................19
4.4 Projector configuration ..............................................................................................................20
4.5 Connections .........................................................................................................................20
4.5.1 Power connection .............................................................................................................21
4.5.2 Connections overview ........................................................................................................21
4.5.3 Composite video ..............................................................................................................21
4.5.4 S-Video........................................................................................................................22
4.5.5 RGB ...........................................................................................................................22
4.5.6 Component video .............................................................................................................23
4.5.7 DVI ............................................................................................................................24
4.5.8 PC ............................................................................................................................. 25
4.5.9 Communications ..............................................................................................................25
4.5.9.1 Network connections ...................................................................................................25
4.5.9.2 Network settings........................................................................................................26
4.5.9.3 Serial connection .......................................................................................................28
4.6 RCU Terminology Overview.........................................................................................................29
4.7 Local Keypad Terminology Overview ...............................................................................................31
4.8 Diagnose Leds.......................................................................................................................32
5. Setup ................................................................................................................33
5.1 Setting up the RCU address ........................................................................................................33
5.2 Setting up the projector address (only if necessary) ...............................................................................33
5.3 Setting up the orientation............................................................................................................34
5.4 Adjusting the lens.................................................................................................................... 35
5.5 Setup the baud rate for serial communication . . ....................................................................................37
5.6 Preferences..........................................................................................................................37
5.6.1 Preferences ...................................................................................................................37
5.6.1.1 Language setting .......................................................................................................38
5.6.1.2 Automatic startup.......................................................................................................38
5.6.1.3 Change password ......................................................................................................39
5.7 Setup of Linked projectors in a Multichannel system...............................................................................40
6. Getting started.....................................................................................................43
6.1 Start up ..............................................................................................................................43
6.2 Adjusting the image .................................................................................................................43
7. Advanced ...........................................................................................................45
7.1 Using the Dialog boxes..............................................................................................................45
7.2 Image ................................................................................................................................46
7.2.1 Image settings ................................................................................................................46
7.2.1.1 Setting the Contrast ...................................................................................................46
7.2.1.2 Setting the Brightness..................................................................................................46
7.2.1.3 Color (Video signals only) ..............................................................................................47
7.2.1.4 Tint (NTSC video signals only). ........................................................................................47
7.2.1.5 Sharpness (Video signals only) ........................................................................................48
7.2.1.6 Gamma ................................................................................................................48
7.2.1.7 Phase (RGB signals only)..............................................................................................49
7.2.1.8 Noise Reduction (only for video signals) . . . ...........................................................................49
7.2.2 Gain control on Video.........................................................................................................49
7.2.2.1 Automatic Gain on Video...............................................................................................49
7.2.2.2 Manual gain control on Video . . ........................................................................................50
7.2.3 Aspect ratio ...................................................................................................................51
7.2.4 Input balance (RGB signals only) . . . . ........................................................................................53
7.2.5 Passive InfitecTM (Optional) .................................................................................................. 57
7.3 Image files ...........................................................................................................................58
7.3.1 Introduction to Image files ....................................................................................................58
7.3.2 Load file .......................................................................................................................59
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7.3.3 Forced file load................................................................................................................60
7.3.4 Auto Image....................................................................................................................60
7.3.5 Edit file ........................................................................................................................61
7.3.6 Save as (create a custom file)................................................................................................63
7.3.7 Rename file ...................................................................................................................64
7.3.8 Copy...........................................................................................................................65
7.3.9 Delete ......................................................................................................................... 66
7.4 Geometry ............................................................................................................................ 66
7.4.1 Introduction. . . .................................................................................................................67
7.4.2 Geometry files.................................................................................................................67
7.4.3 Accessing the Geometry menu ..............................................................................................67
7.4.4 Geometry distortions..........................................................................................................68
7.4.5 Load . . . ........................................................................................................................70
7.4.6 Edit ............................................................................................................................ 71
7.4.6.1 Accessing the Geometry Edit menu ..................................................................................71
7.4.6.2 Geometry Edit wizard ..................................................................................................72
7.4.6.3 Geometry Edit Modes ..................................................................................................74
7.4.6.4 Editing a geometry file .................................................................................................76
7.4.6.5 Axis link.................................................................................................................83
7.4.6.6 Shift Adjustment........................................................................................................86
7.4.6.7 Transport Delay ........................................................................................................88
7.4.6.8 Sharpness .............................................................................................................. 90
7.4.6.9 Geometry Reset ........................................................................................................91
7.4.6.9.1 Reset all levels ...................................................................................................91
7.4.6.9.2 Restore to a level ................................................................................................92
7.4.7 Rename a Geometry File . . . ..................................................................................................94
7.4.8 Copy a Geometry File ........................................................................................................95
7.4.9 Delete a Geometry File .......................................................................................................96
7.5 Lamps................................................................................................................................ 97
7.5.1 Lamp runtimes ................................................................................................................97
7.5.2 Lamp runtime warning ........................................................................................................98
7.5.3 Lamp mode ...................................................................................................................98
7.5.4 Constant Light Output ........................................................................................................99
7.5.4.1 Constant Light Output Mode .. .........................................................................................99
7.5.4.2 CLO Target ............................................................................................................101
7.5.4.3 Dimmer Set Position ..................................................................................................102
7.5.4.4 Linked CLO............................................................................................................103
7.6 General .............................................................................................................................103
7.6.1 Identification..................................................................................................................104
7.6.2 Pause.........................................................................................................................104
7.6.3 Freeze........................................................................................................................105
7.6.4 Standby Timer................................................................................................................105
7.6.5 Desktop ......................................................................................................................106
7.7 Display Setup.......................................................................................................................107
7.7.1 Textbox .......................................................................................................................107
7.7.2 Full screen synchronous representation . ...................................................................................107
7.7.3 Menu bar position............................................................................................................108
7.7.4 Status bar position .......................................................................................................... .109
7.7.5 Sliderbox position............................................................................................................109
7.7.6 DynaColor....................................................................................................................110
7.7.6.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................110
7.7.6.2 Enabling DynaColor...................................................................................................114
7.7.6.3 DynaColor sets .......................................................................................................115
7.7.6.4 Dynacolor adjustments................................................................................................116
7.7.6.4.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................116
7.7.6.4.2 Calibration for the standard mode (for multiple projectors) ....................................................116
7.7.6.4.3 Common color values...........................................................................................119
7.7.6.4.4 Infitec common color values ....................................................................................120
7.7.7 Color temperature........................................................................................................... . 121
7.7.8 Brilliant ColorTM Mode .......................................................................................................121
7.7.9 Soft edge .....................................................................................................................123
7.7.9.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................123
7.7.9.2 Soft edge adjustments ................................................................................................124
7.7.9.3 Accessing the Soft edge menu .......................................................................................126
7.7.9.4 Soft edge edit . ........................................................................................................127
7.7.9.4.1 The soft edge edit wizard ......................................................................................127
7.7.9.4.2 The soft edge edit modes .......................................................................................128
7.7.9.4.3 Creating/editing a soft edge . ...................................................................................129
7.7.9.4.4 Alpha planes . . . .................................................................................................137
7.7.9.5 Black level .............................................................................................................138
7.7.9.5.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................138
7.7.9.5.2 Internal black level ..............................................................................................139
7.7.9.5.3 Beta planes......................................................................................................140
7.7.9.6 Blanking ...............................................................................................................141
7.7.10 AutoImage Setup ............................................................................................................142
7.7.11 Sync variance limit...........................................................................................................143
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7.8 Installation ..........................................................................................................................144
7.8.1 EDID..........................................................................................................................144
7.8.2 Internal patterns..............................................................................................................145
7.8.3 Scaled patterns ............................................................................................................. .148
7.8.4 Formatter patterns .......................................................................................................... .149
7.8.5 Color Wheel Index . . . ........................................................................................................150
7.9 Service..............................................................................................................................151
7.9.1 Diagnostics . . . ................................................................................................................151
7.9.2 Board identification ..........................................................................................................153
7.9.3 Option key .................................................................................................................. .154
7.9.4 Dimmer Calibration ..........................................................................................................155
7.9.5 Calibration of CLO sensor ..................................................................................................158
7.9.6 Operation options........................................................................................................... .158
7.9.6.1 AutoImage.............................................................................................................158
7.9.6.2 Warning messages . . .................................................................................................159
7.9.7 Version table .................................................................................................................159
7.9.8 Restore factory settings..................................................................................................... .159
7.9.9 Air pressure ..................................................................................................................160
Index.................................................................................................................... 163
List of tables .......................................................................................................... 169
List of images......................................................................................................... 169
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1. Safety Instructions
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 Warnings
To prevent personnel injury
Insure that the projector is installed in an easy to evacuate room in case of a lamp explosion.
The customer should never attempt to disassemble the lamp casing or to dispose of the lamp casing other than by returning it to
BARCO.
To prevent injuries and physical damage, always read this manual and all labels on the system before connecting to the wall outlet,
or adjusting the projector.
NEVER look into the lens ! Due to the high luminance damage to the eye can happen.
Before attempting to remove the projector’s cover, you must turn off the projector and disconnect from the wall outlet.
When performing set up work at a ceiling mounted projector, to prevent injury caused by falling objects or the system, set out a keep
out area.
Consult a professional structural engineer prior to suspending the ceiling mount from a structure not intended for that use. Always
ensure the working load limit of the structure supporting the projector.
The power input at the projector side is considered as the disconnect device. When mentioned to switch of the projector, to access
some parts inside, always disconnect the power cord at the projector side.
To prevent projector damage
If the Air Filters are not regularly replaced, the air flow inside the projector could be disrupted, causing overheating. Overheating
may lead to the projector shutting down during operation.
In order to ensure that correct airflow is maintained, and that the projector complies with Electromagnetic Compatibility requirements,
it should always be operated with all of it’s covers in place.
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.
The projector must always be mounted in a manner which ensures free flow of air into its air inlets and unimpeded evacuation of the
hot air exhausted from its cooling system. Heat sensitive materials should not be placed in the path of the exhausted air.
Special care should be used when DLP projectors are used in the same room as performant laser equipment. Direct or indirect
hitting of a laser beam on to the lens can severely damage the Digital Mirror Devices (TM) in which case there is a loss of warranty
CAUTION:Never operate the projector when only one lamp is mounted. Always insure both lamps are in-
stalled.
To prevent battery explosion
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
1.2 Note
Definitions
Definition Qualified service technicians or Qualified technicians : Persons having appropriate technical training and experience nec-
essary to be aware of hazards to which they are exposed in performing a task and of measures to minimize the danger to themselves
or other persons.
Extra Safety manual
Read also safety instructions in separate manual (R5976125).
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2. Packaging and dimensions
2. PACKAGING AND DIMENSIONS
Overview
• Unpacking
2.1 Unpacking
CEE7
European power plug to connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
ANSI 73.11
American power plug to connect the power cord to the wall outlet.
Content
• 1 projector (weight ± 14 kg or 31 lbs)
• 1 remote control unit RCU + 2 batteries
• 1 D9 to RJ-12 converter
• 1 RJ-12 cable (6m)
• 3 power cables with outlet plug type CEE7, ANSI 73.11 and GB 2099
• 1 owners manual (English)
• 1 owners manual (Chinese)
• 1 safety manual
Form
The projector is packed in a carton box. To provide protection during transportation, the projector is surrounded with foam. The
package is secured with banding and fastening clips.
R824562
R
824
5
61
R824518
(+ cable basket R724408
)
R825784
Projector
Image 2-1
Lens packaging
The Lens is supplied as an individual item.
The lens is packed in a carton box.
Save the original shipping cardboard and packing material, they will be necessary if you ever have to transport
the lens.
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CAUTION:Never transport the projector with the lens mounted on it !
Always remove the lens before transporting the projector.
How to unpack the projector
1. Release the cord straps.
PULL
TO OPE
N
Image 2-2
2. Remove the assembly from the pallet
3. Remove the cardboard cover
4. Remove the large cardboard
5. Remove the 8 foam parts
6. Loosen and remove the 3 screws spacers fixing the projector to the wooden board
7. Remove the projector from the board
Save the original shipping carton and packing material, they will be necessary if you ever have to ship your
projector. For maximum protection, repack your projector as it was originally packed at the factory.
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3. Installation guidelines
3. INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
Overview
• Safety warnings
• Installation guidelines
• Projector position
•Airflow
3.1 Safety warnings
WARNING:Before installing the projector, read first the safety instructions in the safety manual (R5975258)
delivered with the projector.
Insure that the room can be easily evacuated in case of a lamp explosion.
Mercury Vapor Warnings
Keep the following warnings in mind when using the projector. The lamp used in the projector contains mercury. In case of a lamp
rupture, explosion there will be a mercury vapor emission. In order to minimize the potential risk of inhaling mercury vapors:
• Ensure the projector is installed only in ventilated rooms.
• Replace the lamp module before the end of its operational life.
• Promptly ventilate the room after a lamp rupture, explosion has occurred, evacuate the room (particularly in case of a pregnant
woman).
• Seek medical attention if unusual health conditions occur after a lamp rupture, explosion, such as headache, fatigue, shortness
of breath, chest-tightening coughing or nausea.
3.2 Installation guidelines
Ambient temperature check
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.
Max. ambient temperature : 40 °C or 104 °F
Min. ambient temperature : 0 °C or 32 °F
The projector will not operate if ambient air temperature falls outside this range (0°C- 40°C or 32°F-104°F).
Environment
Do not install the projection system in a site near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or humidity. Be aware that room heat rises to the ceiling; check that temperature near the installation site is not
excessive
CAUTION:Harmful Environmental Contamination Precaution
Environment condition check
A projector must always be mounted in a manner which ensures the free flow of clean air into the projectors ventilation inlets as
well as free flow at the ventilation outlets. The installation must also allow easy access to the consumable parts (lamps, ...) 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 use the manufactures
recommended cleaning kit which has been specifically designed for cleaning optical parts, never use industrial strength cleaners on
a projectors optics as these will degrade optical coatings and damage sensitive optoelectronics .
Failure to take suitable precautions to protect the projector from the effects of persistent and prolonged air contaminants will culmi-
nate in extensive and irreversible ingrained optical damage. At this stage cleaning of the internal optical units will be non-effective
and impracticable. Damage of this nature is under no circumstances covered under the manufactures warranty and may deem the
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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 manufacture reserves the right to refuse warranty repair if a projector has been subject to wantful
neglect, abandon or improper use.
What about ambient light ?
The ambient light level of any room is made up of direct or indirect sunlight and the light fixtures in the room. The amount of ambient
light will determine how bright the image will appear. So, avoid direct light on the screen. Windows that face the screen should be
covered by opaque drapery while the set is being viewed. It is desirable to install the projection system in a room whose walls and
floor are of non-reflecting material. The use of recessed ceiling lights and a method of dimming those lights to an acceptable level
is also important. Too much ambient light will ‘wash out’ of the projected image. This appears as less contrast between the darkest
and lightest parts of the image. With bigger screens, the ‘wash out’ becomes more important. As a general rule, darken the room to
the point where there is just sufficient light to read or write comfortably. Spot lighting is desirable for illuminating small areas so that
interference with the screen is minimal.
Which screen type ?
There are two major categories of screens used for projection equipment. Those used for front projected images and those for rear
projection applications. Screens are rated by how much light they reflect (or transmit in the case of rear projection systems) given a
determined amount of light projected toward them. The ‘GAIN’ of a screen is the term used. Front and rear screens are both rated
in terms of gain. The gain of screens range from a white matte screen with a gain of 1 (x1) to a brushed aluminized screen with a
gain of 10 (x10) or more. The choice between higher and lower gain screens is largely a matter of personal preference and another
consideration called the Viewing angle. In considering the type of screen to choose, determine where the viewers will be located
and go for the highest gain screen possible. A high gain screen will provide a brighter picture but reduce the viewing angle. For
more information about screens, contact your local screen supplier.
Image size
The projector is designed for projecting an image size with a screenwidth from 1.00m (3.3ft) to 6.00m (19.7ft) with an aspect ratio of
16 to 9.
3.3 Projector position
CAUTION:Improper positioning of the projector may reduce the lamp life and result in severe accident or fire
hazard.
Projector Position
Keep following projector position guidelines in mind when installing the projector:
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• +/- 20° roll around projector lens
+20° Roll around projector lens
-20° Roll around projector lens
Image 3-1
Roll possibilities
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• full pitching allowed (360°)
Full pitching
allowed (360°)
Image 3-2
Pitch possibilities
• Do not put the projector on either side to project an image
Do not put the projector
on either side
to project an image!
Image 3-3
Side projection limitations
3.4 Airflow
Airflow
The Air Intake Vent is located on the bottom side of the projector while the Exhaust Vent can be found on the left rear side of the
projector. Make sure the projector is installed in a location so that the air inlets and outlets for the cooling system are not obstructed.
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• Air intake vent
Cold Air In Cold Air In
Image 3-4
Air intake vent
• Exhaust vent
Hot Air Out
Image 3-5
CAUTION:To protect the projector from overheating do not cover or block the air intake and/or exhaust vent.
CAUTION:Do not place flammable objects near the Exhaust Vent.
CAUTION:Do not touch the Exhaust Vent Grill when the projector is switched on, this part will become hot
during operation.
CAUTION:In a multi channel setup, make sure that the hot air outlet from the one projector is not sucked in
as fresh air by the other projector.
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4. Installation
4. INSTALLATION
Overview
• Battery installation in the RCU
• Lens Installation
• Cleaning the lens
• Projector configuration
• Connections
• RCU Terminology Overview
• Local Keypad Terminology Overview
• Diagnose Leds
Dimensions
Dimensions are given in mm and inch ( 1inch = 25.4 mm)
Weight (projector) : 15kg.
Length with different lenses : see table
Cold air IN Cold air IN
69
20
Cold air OUT
415
487 (length without Cable Basket)
45
78
305
281
152
380
195
Image 4-1
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4. Installation
4.1 Battery installation in the RCU
How to install the battery
Two batteries are packed together with the RCU. Before using your RCU, install first these batteries.
1. Remove the battery cover on the backside by pushing the handle a little towards the bottom of the RCU.
2. Lift up the top side of the cover at the same time.
3. Insert the batteries as indicated in the RCU.
4. Put the battery cover on its place.
How to replace the batteries in the RCU
To replace the batteries :
1. Remove the battery cover on the backside by pushing the handle a little towards the bottom of the RCU.
2. Lift up the top side of the cover at the same time.
3. Push on the + side of the battery towards the - side
4. Lift up the battery at the same time.
5. Repeat for the second battery.
6. Insert the batteries as indicated in the RCU (battery type AA or LR6 or equivalent).
7. Put the battery cover on its place.
Image 4-2
4.2 Lens Installation
Necessary tools
No tools.
How to install the Lens?
1. Take the lens out of its packing material.
2. Make sure the lens lock holder is in the left position.
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