Christie IMB-S3 User guide

Installation and Setup Manual
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Christie IMB-S3

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Content
Safety precautions.................................................5
General safety precautions............................................. 5
Introduction...................................................... 6
Key features...................................................... 6
Prerequisites......................................................6
Christie IMB connectors............................................... 7
Sample network topology..............................................8
IP and subnet considerations............................................9
Installing and configuring...........................................10
Installing the Christie IMB.............................................10
Activating marriage.................................................12
Connect the projector to network attached storage..............................13
Configuring audio settings.............................................13
Enabling Dolby Atmos..............................................13
Configuring multiple projectors..........................................14
Synchronizing content on multiple projectors........................... 16
Content replication network topology......................................17
Connecting the hardware..............................................18
Setting the secondary NAS Ethernet port IP address.............................18
Enabling content synchronization.........................................19
Viewing synchronization progress........................................ 19
Viewing the Christie NAS status..........................................19
Enhancements and Licensing........................................20
Identifying the Christie IMB electronic serial number.............................20
Importing a product enhancement........................................20
Enabling an enhancement.............................................20
Playing content...................................................21
Specifications....................................................22
Physical specifications................................................22
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Power specifications.................................................22
Environmental specifications............................................22
Compatible cinema formats - 2D video.....................................23
Compatible cinema formats - 3D video.....................................23
MPEG-2 MXF Interop supported formats.................................... 24
Supported audio formats..............................................24
Supported NAS devices...............................................24
AES3 port pin map..................................................25
Control signal compatibility............................................ 25
Regulatory.......................................................26
Safety....................................................... 26
Electro-magnetic compatibility........................................ 26
Environmental.................................................. 26
Security policy.................................................. 26
Anti-tampering circuitry............................................ 27
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Safety precautions
Learn about the safety precautions related to the Christie IMB.
General safety precautions
Read all safety and warning guidelines before installing or operating the product.
Hazard warnings also apply to accessories once they are installed in a Christie product that is
connected to power.
Warning! If not avoided, the following could result in death or serious injury.
• SHOCK HAZARD! Disconnect the product from AC before installing, moving, servicing, cleaning,
removing components, or opening any enclosure.
• EXPLOSION HAZARD! Allow sufficient time for the lamp to cool down before powering down the
product, disconnecting it from AC, and opening the lamp door.
Caution! If not avoided, the following could result in minor or moderate injury.
• Only Christie qualified technicians are permitted to open product enclosures.
• Observe all electrostatic precautions. Use a grounded wrist strap and insulated tools when
handling, servicing, or cleaning electronic assemblies.
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Introduction
This manual provides installation and setup instructions for the Christie IMB-S3.
Key features
With this release of the Christie Integrated Media Block (IMB), you can connect a network attached
storage (NAS) device to play content.
The NAS device must be connected to the gigabit Ethernet port labeled NAS on the main projector
communication board. Content cannot be stored on the Christie IMB; all content must be stored on a
NAS device.
The Christie IMB meets Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC (DCI) specifications and is compatible with
Christie Series 3 projectors.
Prerequisites
To install the Christie IMB into your theater environment, the following items are required.
• A Christie CineLife Series 3 projector with firmware 2.1.0-1 or later installed. If you do not
have CineLife firmware 2.1.0-1 or later installed, you should install the IMB in the projector
before running the firmware upgrade.
• A network attached storage (NAS) device with the hard drives installed and properly
configured. The NAS device must meet the following minimum requirements:
• 1 TB of storage space or greater
• RAID 5 capable
• Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for NAS devices
• Network file system (NFS) for NAS devices
• An AES connector for dual RJ45 ethernet ports, connecting your cinema audio processor to the
Christie IMB audio output. See AES3 port pin map (on page 25).
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Christie IMB connectors
Learn about the connection ports available on the Christie IMB.
Feature Description
A AES3 port for digital audio output
B LTC output for encoded SMPTE time code data (LTC OUT)
C Output for multi-projector playback (SYNC OUT)
D Input for multi-projector playback (GEN LOCK)
E SM Run status indicator
The LED flashes green when the security manager (SM) is operating correctly.
F FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards Publications) status indicator
The LED is green when FIPS security status is operating correctly.
If the LED is red, an error has occurred. Restart the IMB. If the LED remains red, return the product
to Christie Digital Systems USA Inc.
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Sample network topology
This diagram illustrates a typical network topology for the Christie IMB.
Device Description
A Digital cinema audio processor
B Network attached storage (NAS)
C Theater management system (TMS)
D Switch
E Christie ACT automation device
F Laptop
G Theater network
H Ingest hard drive
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IP and subnet considerations
To ensure the Christie IMB can operate, you must configure your network settings correctly. Incorrect
subnet settings can cause communication issues between the Christie IMB, the network attached
storage (NAS) device, and external automation devices.
To reduce the risk of communication issues:
• Assign the projector Management, NAS, and Media networks to non-conflicting subnets. For
example:
Netmask 255.255.255.0
Management 192.168.3.100
NAS 192.168.1.10
Media 192.168.2.1
• Configure the Media ports on the Christie IMB faceplate to use dynamic host configuration
protocol (DHCP) when they are not in use. When you set DHCP on a NAS port and nothing is
connected to the port, the Christie IMB does not mount the port and there is no risk of an IP
address conflict.
• Use static IP addresses on the Management, NAS, and Media ports when they are in use.
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Installing and
configuring
Learn how to install and configure the Christie IMB-S3.
Installing the Christie IMB
The Christie IMB is installed in the card cage located on the side of the projector.
Marriage permissions are required to activate marriage.
Caution! If not avoided, the following could result in minor or moderate injury.
• Observe all electrostatic precautions. Use a grounded wrist strap and insulated tools when
handling, servicing, or cleaning electronic assemblies.
To prevent damage by static electricity, keep the Christie IMB in its anti-static package until you install
it.
1. Turn the lamp off and allow the projector to cool a minimum of 15 minutes.
2. Disconnect the projector from AC power.
3. Remove the top cover.
a) Unlock the cover with the low security key.
b) Remove the cover and set it aside.
4. Remove the high security cover.
a) Unlock the high security cover with the high security key.
b) Remove the cover and set it aside.
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5. Remove the card cage cover.
a) Push down on the tab on the top of the cover.
b) Lift the cover up as you move it away from the projector.
c) Remove the cover and set it aside.
6. To release the security ring, reach into the projector and press down on the lever on the right
side of the card cage.
7. Remove and discard the Christie IMB filler plate.
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8. Unpack the Christie IMB and verify:
•The holographic stickers covering the fasteners on the security enclosure are intact.
• There are no obvious signs of tampering on the security enclosure.
• The serial number stickers are in place and legible.
If the Christie IMB shows signs of tampering, contact Christie support. For contact information
for your region, see the back cover of this document.
9. Align the Christie IMB with the guides in the card cage, and then slide it into the projector until
the ejector tabs click, indicating they are locked.
10. Reassemble the projector.
a) Install the security ring.
b) Install the card cage cover.
c) Install and lock the high security cover.
d) Install and lock the top cover.
11. Connect the projector to AC power and then turn it on.
12. If the faceplate marriage LED is off, or if the projector is indicating that marriage is broken,
then activate marriage (on page 12).
Activating marriage
To display IMB content, you must complete the marriage wizard.
Marriage permissions are required to complete marriage and only Christie accredited technicians are
authorized to activate projector marriage.
1. On the projector touch panel, tap Service Setup > Marriage Setup.
2. Tap Start.
3. Complete the marriage setup wizard.
4. Tap Finish.
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Connect the projector to network attached
storage
If the network file system (NFS) settings of the network attached storage (NAS) device are incorrect,
the device cannot share files with the Christie IMB.
On Series 3 Christie projectors and NAS devices, the network ports are pre-configured to work without
any setup.
To reduce the risk of NAS file sharing issues:
•Configure the NAS device to use a static IP address. The static IP address must be compatible
with the IMB NAS Ethernet port netmask that the NAS is connected to. Christie does not
recommend using dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP).
• Enable the NFS service on the NAS device. On most NAS devices, the NFS service option is
disabled by default.
• Enable NFS on the Christie IMB NAS share. NFS must be enabled on every shared NAS share.
• Set the NFS access rights for the Christie IMB NAS share to read/write or full rights for
everyone.
1. Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your NAS device to ensure it is set up
and operating correctly.
To view installation instructions for common NAS hardware, refer to Managing storage devices
in the Christie Integrated Media Block S3 User Manual (P/N: 020-102584-XX).
2. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the NAS port on the main projector communication
board and the other end to your NAS device or network.
3. On the projector touch panel, tap Service Setup > Network Settings.
4. In the Port list, tap Content-NAS.
5. In the Settings area, enter the network settings:
• To obtain the network settings from a DHCP server, tap Automatic.
• To enter the settings manually, tap Manual and complete the IP Address and Subnet Mask
fields.
6. Tap Save.
Configuring audio settings
Connect the digital cinema audio processor to the Christie IMB and configure the audio settings.
1. Connect the two audio cables to the Christie IMB AES3 port and the other ends to a digital
cinema audio processor.
2. Configure your speaker and channel settings. See Managing audio settings in the Christie IMB-
S3 User Manual (P/N: 020-102584-XX).
Enabling Dolby Atmos
Complete the following procedure to enable Dolby Atmos audio settings.
1. On the projector touch panel, tap Service Setup > Audio Setup.
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2. Tap the Dolby Atmos Configuration tab.
3. Tap the Enable Dolby Atmos slider.
The color of the slider changes to green to indicate it is active.
4. In the Control IP field, type the IP address of the control module.
5. In the Input IP field, type the secure IP address of the input module.
6. To test Dolby Atmos connectivity, tap Test Connection.
7. Tap Save.
Configuring multiple projectors
When you install multiple projectors, audio is only available from the master projector. To play content
correctly, you must ensure that content is ingested into the network attached storage (NAS) device
connected to the master projector and that all connected projectors have a valid key delivery message
(KDM) key.
When using multiple projectors, you create playlists on the master projector only. After configuring
multiple projectors, you can synchronize content ingested on the master projector to all slave
projectors. For more information, see Synchronizing content on multiple projectors (on page 16).
If you are using an automation device (for example, a Christie ACT theater control), connect it to the
master projector.
1. Install and align your projectors following the instructions provided with each projector.
2. Verify the main projector software is version 2.1.0-1 or later.
a) On the projector touch panel, tap About.
b) Verify that the version specified in the Package Version field is 2.1.0-1 or later.
If it is not, visit the Christie website and download the current software.
3. Connect each projector to a NAS device (on page 13).
A single NAS device cannot be shared by multiple Christie IMBs.
4. Connect an Ethernet cable to each projector
5. Connect the Ethernet cables to the same switch.
6. Assign each projector an IP address that is on the same subnet. Each projector must be
assigned a unique IP address.
7. Connect one end of a 75 ohm BNC cable to the Sync Out connector on the master projector
and then connect the other end to the Gen Lock connector on the slave projector.
If you are using multiple slave projectors, use a daisy chain cabling scheme to connect the
projectors to the master projector.
To connect the slave projectors to each other, connect one end of a 75 ohm BNC cable to the
Sync Out connector on the first projector and then connect the other end to the Gen Lock
connector on the second projector. Repeat this cabling pattern on the remaining projectors.
8. Under Master Projector Settings, tap the Multi-Projector Control slider.
The color of the slider turns green to indicate it is active. When enabled, the projector is
assigned as the master projector in a multi-projector setup. Do not enable this option on the
slave projectors.
9. If you are using active 3D glasses and want to send left and right images to multiple
projectors, tap the Active 3D Glasses slider. If Active 3D Glasses is not enabled, the master
projector outputs only right-eye frames or left-eye frames, depending on what you have
specified.
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The color of the slider turns green to indicate it is active.
10. In the Master Eye Selection list, select Right or Left for the master projector.
This option is not available if you selected Active 3D Enabled in step 9.
11. To add a slave projector, tap + New Slave Projector.
12. In the New Slave Projector dialog, enter the name and IP address of the slave projector.
13. To add the new slave projector settings to the list, click Add.
The new slave projector is added to the list and is automatically assigned the opposite eye
selection of the master projector.
14. Repeat steps 11 to 13 for each additional slave projector.
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Synchronizing content
on multiple projectors
Learn how to synchronize ingested content from the master projector to all slave projectors.
Synchronizing content allows content replication across multiple Christie network attached storage
(NAS) devices. You can synchronize content after you have followed the steps to configure multiple
projectors (on page 14).
To use content replication, you must have two Christie NAS devices. Content replication is not
supported in a quad projector configuration or on NAS devices from other manufacturers.
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Content replication network topology
Learn the components of a content replication network.
Item Description Item Description
A Control computer H Dolby Digital Cinema Sound Processor
CP750
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Item Description Item Description
B GigE switch for command and control
network
I GigE switch for content network
C Theater Management System (TMS) or
Library Management System (LMS)
Command and control network
D Main projector communication board
(F-Main)
Content network
(GigE media network for moving
content over the network)
E Christie IMB Home run connections (GigE)
F Dolby Atmos Cinema processor CP850 _______ AES connection
G Network attached storage (NAS) Replication connection
Connecting the hardware
Complete this procedure to connect the content replication hardware.
1. Install and configure two or more projectors and Christie network attached storage (NAS)
devices.
When installing multiple projectors, the passwords and user names for the Christie NAS
devices must be correct or replication will not work.
2. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the secondary Ethernet port (A) of one Christie NAS
devices.
3. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the secondary Ethernet port of a second
Christie NAS.
4. Configure the secondary Ethernet ports of each Christie NAS.
The IP address assigned to each of the secondary Christie NAS Ethernet ports must be on the
same subnet. To prevent communication errors, select a subnet that does not conflict with the
command and control or the content networks.
Setting the secondary NAS Ethernet port IP
address
The IP address assigned to each of the secondary Ethernet ports must be on the same subnet. To
prevent communication errors, select a subnet that does not conflict with the primary Ethernet port.
Complete this procedure on both the master and slave network attached storage (NAS) devices.
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1. Open the Christie NAS management application interface.
a) On your computer, open a web browser.
b) In the Address bar, type http://<NAS IP Address Here>:8080.
c) Press Enter.
2. Type your user name and password and press Enter.
3. On the desktop, click Network.
4. Switch to the TCP/IP tab.
5. Click Edit.
6. Switch to the Network Parameters tab.
7. Select Use static IP address and complete the Fixed IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default
Gateway fields.
8. Click Apply.
Enabling content synchronization
Complete this procedure on the master projector.
Content synchronization is supported for Christie network attached storage (NAS) devices only. To
synchronize content, you must also enable the Multi-Projector Control option on the master
projector.
1. On the master projector touch panel, tap Service Setup > Multi-Projector Setup.
2. Under Master Projector Settings, tap Multi-Projector Sync of Content.
The color of the slider turns to green to indicate content synchronization is active. When
enabled, ingested content on the master projector is synchronized to all slave projectors
automatically.
Viewing synchronization progress
After starting an ingest operation, you can view the progress of content synchronization on the
Progress screen.
1. On the master projector touch panel, tap Content Manager.
2. After starting the ingest operation, click the Progress tab to view progress.
The Progress screen displays information on the available drive space and the percentage
completion for the multi-projector synchronization.
Viewing the Christie NAS status
You can view the status of the Christie NAS on the master projector.
1. On the master projector touch panel, tap Status.
2. In the Status list, tap the name of the Christie NAS device.
3. Review the status information.
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Enhancements and
Licensing
Learn about importing licenses and activating product enhancements.
Identifying the Christie IMB electronic serial
number
The Christie IMB electronic serial number (ESN) allows a distributor to identify the IMB certificate and
generate the key delivery message (KDM) key to play encrypted content. The Christie ESN is also
required to generate license keys that enable specific IMB features.
On Christie IMB-S3, the ESN is printed on the front of the faceplate.
1. To display the 12-digit hexadecimal ESN on the projector touch panel, tap About.
2. Review the displayed SM ESN number.
Importing a product enhancement
Import a license to activate a product enhancement.
1. Tap Service Setup > Enhancements.
2. Tap Import License.
3. Browse to the location of the license.
4. Select the license and tap Accept.
Enabling an enhancement
After importing a license, it must be enabled to activate the new functionality.
1. Tap Service Setup > Enhancements.
2. Import the license (on page 20).
3. Tap the Enhancement slider.
The color of the slider changes to green to indicate it is active.
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