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Table of Contents Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................. 4

Firmware ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Color Wheel Replacement (Balder / Loki Models only) ............................................................................................................ 4 Video Calibration ......................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Initial Inspection ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5

General ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 5 Box Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Notes ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Lens Installation & Removal ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

Medea (with GLD Lens) - Lens Installation................................................................................................................................. 6 Medea (with GLD Lens) - Lens Removal ..................................................................................................................................... 6 Balder & Loki - Lens Installation & Removal .............................................................................................................................. 7 Wodan - Lens Installation & Removal ........................................................................................................................................ 8

Projector Alignment (Stage #1) ................................................................................................................................................ 9

Mounting Adjustments ............................................................................................................................................................... 9

Interfacing with the Projector (via Prospector)....................................................................................................................... 10

Prospector - Overview Page ................................................................................................................................................... 11

Projector Alignment (Stage #2) .............................................................................................................................................. 12

Orientation ................................................................................................................................................................................ 12 Lens Shift .................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Warp Engine (Geometry Correction) ...................................................................................................................................... 14

4 Corner Warp ........................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Bow Correction .......................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Network Settings ................................................................................................................................................................... 18

Basic Image Adjustment ......................................................................................................................................................... 19

Brightness / Contrast / Sharpness / Saturation / Gamma ............................................................................................... 19 Brilliant Color ............................................................................................................................................................................. 19 Iris Control (Balder Models Only) ............................................................................................................................................. 20 Light Source Power & Constant Light Output (CLO) ................................................................................................................ 20 HDR Boost .................................................................................................................................................................................. 21 Understanding RealColor Auto & Manual Switching............................................................................................................... 22 Auto White Point Dimming ....................................................................................................................................................... 23


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Cropping & Warp to Centre ................................................................................................................................................... 24

Cropping (Cinemascope Projectors Only) ................................................................................................................................ 24 Warp to Centre (16:9 Projectors Only) .................................................................................................................................... 26 Non-linear Stretching (CinemaScope Models Only) ................................................................................................................ 27

General Settings ..................................................................................................................................................................... 29

ECO Mode & Wake on LAN (WOL) ........................................................................................................................................... 29 Layers (OSD) .............................................................................................................................................................................. 29 LCD & Keypad Backlight ............................................................................................................................................................ 29

Control ................................................................................................................................................................................... 30

Supported Drivers ..................................................................................................................................................................... 30 12v Triggers ............................................................................................................................................................................... 30 Power States (Modes) ............................................................................................................................................................... 30 Extracting JSON Commands ...................................................................................................................................................... 31 Internal Documentation - Pulse API ......................................................................................................................................... 32

3D Integration ........................................................................................................................................................................ 33

Connecting 3D Equipment ........................................................................................................................................................ 33 Calibration of 3D Equipment .................................................................................................................................................... 33

Dashboard ............................................................................................................................................................................. 34

Basic Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................ 35

Connectors Menu ...................................................................................................................................................................... 35 Factory Reset ............................................................................................................................................................................. 36 Notifications & Error Logs ......................................................................................................................................................... 36


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Introduction

The purpose of this guide is to assist integrators with the installation process of the Medea, Balder, Balder CS, Loki,

Loki CS and Wodan products, from the initial unboxing to pre-calibration.

Note: This document has been generalised, therefore, some functionality and/or menu structures may differ

slightly from model to model. We recommend reading this guide fully before you commence installation.

Firmware

We recommend you use the latest firmware release for maximum functionality and best performance.

This guide assumes that you are using firmware release 1.6.35 (Medea, Balder, Loki) and 1.6.4 (Wodan) which are the

recommended High-End Residential firmware releases at time of writing.

Please read the firmware release notes and firmware update guide carefully before commencing the firmware update.

Color Wheel Replacement (Balder / Loki Models only)

Depending on the projector you have purchased you may be required to change the color wheel (CW).

Balder / Loki models are available with three CW options, M (Media), T (Theatre) and DCI/P3.

If you ordered a T or DCI/P3 version CW the projector will come with this CW pre-installed by the factory.

However, if you purchase an M Version, the projector will ship with a T Version pre-installed by the factory, and you will

be required to swap the color wheel over to the M Version before proceeding with the installation.

Loki models are dispatched with the M Version CW within the main packaging.

Balder models are dispatched with a separate box that contains the M Version CW.

Barco Residential have created a separate document that explains how to change the CW versions (see link below).

Download: Color Wheel Replacement Guide

Video Calibration

For guidance on video calibration please refer to our calibration guide which can be downloaded below.

Download: Calibration Guide

https://www.barco.com/en/support/docs/TDE9637?revision=00#versionhistory





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Initial Inspection

General

Each projector is inspected and rigorously tested at our production facility to ensure that it is free from any mechanical

or electrical defects.

Upon receipt of the projector, we recommend that customers inspect the projector for any signs of damage that may

have occurred in transit. If damage is found, file a claim with the shipping carrier immediately. Notify the Barco Sales

and Service office, or your preferred Barco agent, of the damage as soon as possible.

Box Contents

The box contents will vary slightly from product to product, and depending on the territory the unit has been shipped to,

therefore, the below advice has been generalized;

Your projector box should contain the following:

• Projector Unit

• Quick Start Guide & Safety Manual

• Remote Control

• Additional Color Wheel (Loki only)

• Power Cord (suitable for region - see below examples)

Power Cord Examples

Notes

• Mains (USA): Medea / Loki projectors require a NEMA 5-20P Plug, Balder Projectors require a NEMA 5-15P Plug.

• Optics are dispatched in separate packaging to the projector unit.

• Medea / Wodan do not have options for additional color wheels.

As described on page 4 of this document, the additional color wheel (M Version) for Loki models will be contained within

the packaging of the projector and will require swapping prior to installation.

The Balder M Version color wheel will be dispatched in separate packing to the projector unit.


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Lens Installation & Removal

Medea (with GLD Lens) - Lens Installation

• Verify that the projector shutter is activated (shutter is activated when the shutter icon on the keypad is red).

• Make sure to remove all protective caps present on the lens (front / rear) and lens holder.

• Align the lens such that the red marker on the lens is facing up, then insert the lens in the lens holder

(see below - action arrow #1).

• Turn the lens to right (Clockwise) until it is locked into position (see below - action arrow #2). A click will indicate

that the lens mount mechanism is securely locked.

• Verify that the lens is firmly seated within the projector (and the button is released - highlighted below) before

removing your hand from the lens.

Lens Installation

Medea (with GLD Lens) - Lens Removal

• Supporting the lens with one hand, use the other hand to push the lens button to release the lens mount

mechanism (see below - action arrow #1).

Note: The lens button must be kept pushed in until the lens has rotated approx. 10° relative to the lens holder.

• Turn the lens to the left (Counter Clockwise) (see below - action arrow #2).

• Pull the lens straight out of the lens mount (see below - action arrow #3).

• Replace with another lens, or install the protective lens mount cap.

Lens Removal


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Balder & Loki - Lens Installation & Removal

• Verify that the projector shutter is activated (shutter is activated when the shutter icon on the keypad is red).

• Verify that the lens release lever (see below) is in its default position, at the far left of the slide.

• Make sure to remove all protective caps present on the lens (front / rear) and lens holder.

• Align the lens such that the red marker on the lens is facing up, then insert the lens in the lens holder and

support in place with one hand.

• Slide the lens release lever to the far right (see below).

• Verify that the lens is firmly in place before removing your hand from the lens.

• To remove the lens (see below), reverse the above process, replacing with another lens, or install the protective

lens mount cap.

Lens Release Lever

Lens Installation

Lens Removal


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Wodan - Lens Installation & Removal

• Remove the foam rubber in the opening of the lens holder if not removed yet.

• Do not remove the warning sticker from the lens holder.

• Take the lens assembly out of its packing material and remove the lens caps (front / rear).

• Place the lens holder in the “unlocked” position by moving the lens lock handle (A) towards the lens power

supply socket (B) as illustrated (see below).

Lens Installation

• Ensure that the lens holder stands in the On-Axis position (horizontal and vertical mid position).

• Note: The lens holder is placed by default in the On-Axis position at factory.

• Gently insert the lens in such a way that the lens connector matches the socket (B), until the connector seats into

the socket. Do not release the lens yet, as it may fall out of the lens holder.

• Secure the lens in the lens holder by sliding the lens lock handle into the “locked” position, which is away from

the lens power supply socket. Insure the lens touches the front plate of the lens holder.

• To remove the lens, reverse the above process, replacing with another lens, or install the foam rubber in the

opening of the lens holder.

Note: The lens options for the Wodan projector do not all have an equal amount of vertical lens shift.

For example, the TLD+ (1.99 - 2.76 :1) lens supports 60% lens shift up and 15% lens shift down.

Before positioning the projector for installation, be sure to mount the projector correctly.

As standard the feet are located on the bottom of the projector, however, they can be removed and

screwed into the top of the projector chassis. This process inverts the projector and therefore it’s lens

shift such that you have 60% lens shift down and 15% lens shift up.

The same practice can be applied if you are ceiling mounting the projector.


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Projector Alignment (Stage #1)

Mounting Adjustments

• To prevent keystone distortion, the projector should be installed at right angles (horizontally and vertically) to

the screen surface as shown below (see below).

• If the projector is mounted on a solid surface, use the feet to level the projector both horizontally and

vertically. Thereafter, rotate the projector so that its lens is perpendicular to the screen surface.

• If the projector is ceiling mounted, use the mounts available adjustments to level the projector both

horizontally and vertically. Thereafter, rotate the projector so that its lens is perpendicular to the screen

surface.

Projector Alignment

• Providing the lens shift limitations are not being exceeded, the projector can be positioned off axis to the

screen, and using mechanical lens shift to re-position the image, we can fill the screen without optical

distortion. This process is described in more detail shortly.

• If the lens shift limitations are exceeded, it will not be possible to re-position the image to fill the screen via

mechanical lens shift alone. In this scenario we must angle the projector towards the screen, creating an

image with keystone distortion, then utilize the imbedded Warp Engine to correct the geometry accordingly.

This process is described in more detail shortly.

• Where possible, we recommend aligning the projector so that the lens is centered to the screen horizontally

(i.e. 0% horizontally lens shift), therefore, maximum vertical lens shift can be utilized.

• To prevent overheating, please ensure you have observed the ventilation requirements of the projector.


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Interfacing with the Projector (via Prospector)

• Connect the source components, network cable and power cable.

Note: Make sure you connect the network cable to the LAN port on the rear of the projector and not the HDBaseT port.

• Upon applying power to the projector, it will place itself into its ready state.

• During this process you will hear the projector make numerous clicking noises, this is usual behaviour.

• Make sure the projector and your device (PC, tablet etc.) are connected to the same network.

• Via a web browser (preferably Google Chrome), enter the IP address of the projector, followed by the port

number :9999. Example: 192.168.1.193:9999

Note: The projector’s IP address can be located on the projector’s LCD display under the Communication panel, (see below), you may have to scroll down the screen using the arrows keys to view it.

Projector LCD Display

• Once successfully connected to the projector, you will see the Prospector web interface (see below).

Prospector Web Interface


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Prospector - Overview Page

The overview page (see below) is the Prospector “home page”; from this page you can view information such as;

• Active input and signal information.

• Output Resolution;

• Cinemascope Projectors: 5,120 x 2,160

• 16:9 Projectors: 3,840 x 2,160

• Active functions such as; Eco Mode / Auto Cropping / Wrap to Centre / 4 Corner Wrap / etc.

• Projector Configuration

• Serial Number / Firmware Revision / Color Wheel Version

• Illumination Status

• Laser / Lamp Power %

• Laser / Lamp Usage

• Environmental Factors

• Temperature / Humidity / Pressure / Power

Note: If you are troubleshooting with a member of the support team, please obtain a screen capture of this page.

Prospector Menu: Overview Menu


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Projector Alignment (Stage #2)

Orientation

Once connected to the projector the first step is to set the orientation correctly.

• Navigate to the Image >>> Settings Menu.

• Scroll down to the bottom of the page to locate the Orientation settings (see below).

Prospector Menu: Image >>> Settings Menu

Lens Shift

• Navigate to the Optics Menu.

• We first recommend you calibrate the vertical and horizontal lens shift, this ensures that both settings are in

their central position. To do this click on the spanner icons under each of the lens shift adjustments (see below).

Prospector Menu: Optics Menu


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• Activate the Aspect Ratio Test Pattern.

The easiest way to do this is via the quick access panel in the top right-hand corner of Prospector

(see below: left >>> right):

• Processing Functions

• Input

• Test Patterns

• Shutter

• Power

• Watched Properties & Signals

Prospector Menu: Quick Access Panel

• Using a combination of Zoom, Focus, Horizontal and Vertical Lens Shift, adjust the image so that the on-screen

test panel fills the screen accordingly.

• Once aligned correctly you can prevent accidental adjustment of these settings by turning off the toggle switches

(highly recommended).

• Via the Quick Access Menu, activate the Focus Test pattern.

• Using the + and - focus buttons, adjust the focus so that it’s uniform across the screen.

• Basic alignment of the projector should now be complete.

Note: If you had to exceed the lens shift capabilities of the projector and are experiencing keystone distortion

and/or are using a curved screen, and you are experiencing distortion due to the geometry of the screen

surface, please refer to the Warp Engine (Geometry Correction) section within this guide.


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Warp Engine (Geometry Correction)

4 Corner Warp

• Navigate to the Warp & Blend >>> 4 Corners Menu (see below).

Prospector Menu: Warp & Blend >>> 4 Corners

• By default, the toggle switches for Warp, Four Corners and Helpers Lines will be set to the off position;

• Warp: Applies warp & blend settings to those features whose individual toggle switches are in

the active position.

• Four Corners: Activates the Four Corner Warp settings, once the Warp toggle has been activated.

• Helper Lines: Toggling this switch on, will result in the unit projecting the boundaries of your

warped image on-screen, allowing you to set the system up more easily.

Note: Test Patterns cannot be manipulated by Warp & Blend and will display uncorrected.

Therefore, you should use known content which matches the screen’s native aspect

ratio to set this feature up.


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• There are two methods to adjust the 4-Corner Warp; we recommend a combination of the two, to accomplish

the desired outcome most efficiently;

• Using the Blue Corner indicator(s) drag the image to approximately the desired location (see below).


• Using the X & Y co-ordinates system for each corner, finely adjust the image to the desired geometry (see

below).


• It is possible to link corners such that geometry changes are matched by clinking the link icon as indicated

(see above). This can be used to make quick, approximated adjustments, and then be deactivated for fine

tuning.

• If you need to restart the process from scratch for any reason, simply click the reset button (see above).


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Bow Correction

• Navigate to the Warp & Blend >>> Bow Correction Menu (see below).

Prospector Menu: Warp & Blend >>> Bow Corrections

• By default, the toggle switches for Warping, Bow Corrections and Show Grid will be set to the off position;

• Warping: Applies warp & blend settings to those features whose individual toggle switches are in

the active position.

• Bow Correction: Activates the Bow Correction settings, once the Warping toggle has been activated.

• Show Grid: Toggling this switch on, will result in the unit projecting a grid over the image allowing

for easier manipulation of the image to achieve the desired outcome.

Note: Test Patterns cannot be manipulated by Warp & Blend and will display uncorrected.

Therefore, you should use known content which matches the screens native aspect

ratio to set this feature up.

• It is generally only necessary to use Bow Correction within the residential sector to compensate for the curved

geometry of a pre-existing screen following the upgrade from a historic anamorphic system. We would typically

recommend adjusting the image geometry such that it is symmetrical.

Note: Symmetry is matched along the edges of the screen only, as highlighted in above

image. i.e. Red >>> Red, Blue >>> Blue etc.


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• There are two methods to adjust the Bow Correction; we recommend a combination of the two, to accomplish

the desired outcome most efficiently;

• Using the highlighted anchor points (see below) adjust the angle and/or length of the bow distortion

applied.


• Using the Angle and Length adjustments, finely adjust the image to the desired geometry (see below).

You will likely only have to adjust the top and bottom edges of the screen geometry within most residential

installations.


• If you need to restart the process from scratch for any reason, simply click the reset button (see above image).


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Network Settings

• Navigate to the Communication >>> Network Menu.

• If you have multiple projectors installed within the same property, you can edit the Host Name of each projector

so that it’s more relevant;

e.g. Barco - Loki Cinemascope - Theatre Room

Barco - Medea - Games Room

Prospector Menu: Communication >>> Network

• Under the LAN section you can select Automatic or Manual Configuration (see above).


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Basic Image Adjustment

Brightness / Contrast / Sharpness / Saturation / Gamma

• Navigate to the Image >>> Settings Menu (see below).

• Image settings (Brightness / Contrast) can be adjusted as required using known test patterns.

• Gamma should typically be adjusted to 2.4 for TV / Movie content.

Prospector Menu: Image >>> Settings

Brilliant Color

The Brilliant Color settings which are also located within the Image >>> Settings Menu, determine how the projector

interacts with the color wheel.

• Brilliant Color: Off

This mode is the default setting and offers the best image quality, although some light output will be sacrificed.

• Brilliant Color: Video

Video mode offers the best balance between image quality and image brightness.

• Brilliant Color: Video Bright

Video Bright mode increases the available brightness by approximately 8 - 11% when compared to Video mode,

however, image quality will be reduced by a similar amount. This setting is only recommended when image

brightness is more important than image quality, for example, within high ambient light environments.

• Brilliant Color (BC): Native

Native mode maximises the available brightness, however, image quality will be reduced in favour of light output.

This setting is only recommended when image brightness is more important than image quality, for example,

high ambient light environments.


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Iris Control (Balder Models Only)

• Navigate to the Optics Menu.

• We recommend calibrating the iris setting initially; this is done by clicking the spanner icon (see below).

• Adjust iris settings as required.

Prospector Menu: Optics

Light Source Power & Constant Light Output (CLO)

• Navigate to the Settings >>> Illumination Menu (see below).

• Adjusting the Laser / Lamp Power slider will adjust the screen luminance.

If you have the correct equipment to measure this, you should aim to achieve a screen luminance of 16-20fL for

SDR content, or for a combination of HDR/SDR content you should aim to achieve 40fL.

Note: These values assume you are within a light controlled, theatre environment.

Prospector Menu: Settings >>> Illumination

• Within this menu you can also activate Constant Light Output (CLO); this feature will help to maintain the image

brightness over time and is recommended to maintain an accurate calibration.


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HDR (High Dynamic Range)

HDR Boost

The use of this menu requires you to have the necessary equipment to measure the screen luminance.

• Navigate to the Image >>> HDR Menu.

• Via the Quick Access Menu activate the White test pattern.

• Enter the measured screen luminance value into the Screen Luminance field (see below).

You can alter the unit of input between Nits and fL via the drop-down menu highlighted below.

The projector will use this data to adjust the image based on the Mastering Luminance Level of HDR content.

Prospector Menu: Image >>> HDR

• Due to subtle differences in the luminance level of HDR content some users may wish to fine tune the HDR Screen

Luminance. This can be achieved via the HDR Boost adjustment slider; by default, this will be set to 1.0 and can be

adjusted between 0.8 - 1.2 (see below).

Prospector Menu: Image >>> HDR


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Understanding RealColor Auto & Manual Switching

There are two methods available for calibration of Barco Residential projectors, both produce excellent results and are

explained within our Color Calibration Guide (FW1.6).

RealColor Auto Switching, has been designed by Barco to reduce the time required to calibrate the projector. This

method requires the use of professional calibration tools to establish the projectors native colour gamut, via use of the

RealColor Native menu system. However, once the native colour gamut has been established and the HDR colour space

selected within the RealColor menu, the projector will use algorithms to calculate the correct x and y co-ordinates for

each colour.

This algorithm will handle both SDR (REC.709) and HDR content, without the need for a control system or end-user

interaction. Simply select the HDR preset in the dropdown menu from the Image >>> RealColor P7 menu, when the

projector senses the incoming signal as REC.709 the x and y co-ordinates will re-adjust within the HDR preset, and the

settings within the HDR menu outlined in the previous section will not be applied.

Prospector Menu: Image >>> RealColor P7

RealColor Manual Switching is recommended for calibrators wishing to use external software, such as CalMAN by

SpectraCal, allowing the adjustment and verification of colour space co-ordinates for both SDR and HDR content, in

addition to generating a calibration report for the end-user. This process will require you to set the RealColor Native

values, to establish the projectors native colour gamut. Thereafter, you will need to measure and adjust accordingly the

values for the SDR (REC.709) and HDR presets.

Note: When using RealColor Manual Switching a control system or end-user interaction will be required to select

the correct colour space for the desired content when using this method.


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Auto White Point Dimming

This feature is designed to maintain the correct white point value when the laser power is adjusted. It can be turned

on/off as required and would typically be used to correct the white point when adjusting screen luminance between

HDR (~40fL) and SDR (~20fL) content.

• Firstly, we recommend you calibrate the projector as per our Color Calibration Guide (FW1.6)

• Once calibrated, navigate to the Settings >>> Illumination menu and turn on Auto White Point Dimming (see

below)

Prospector Menu: Image >>> RealColor P7

• Record your current laser power value so that you can recall the present image brightness as required

• Adjust the laser power setting until you have achieved the desired brightness for SDR content.

We recommend using the White Test Pattern to achieve the desired brightness, detail on this can be found

within our calibration guide.

• Record the resulting lower power value so that you can recall this second image brightness as required

• Auto white point dimming is controlled by a PID regulated system, it can take up to 90 seconds before the white

point is adjusted correctly, in the meantime the image can look a slightly yellowish.

The desired image brightness can be recalled using the following JSON command, where the highlighted value states

the laser power;

{"jsonrpc":"2.0","method":"property.set","id":244,"params":{"property":"illumination.sources.laser.power","value":62}}

Note: It is necessary to use a control system to automate this process as not all customers wish to reduce the

image brightness for SDR content.

Addition, if you have changed the projectors color wheel from the color wheel shipped with the unit (i.e.

upgraded from a Theatre version to DCI/P3 version) you will need to re-calibrate the projectors white point.

Further information on this process can be found within our Color Wheel Replacement Guide.


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Cropping & Warp to Centre

Cropping (Cinemascope Projectors Only)

• Navigate to the Image >>> Cropping Menu (see below).

Prospector Menu: Image >>> Cropping

• Within this menu we will define how the projector interacts with the content that it is displaying; use the

Cropping drop down menu to select between the following modes (see above);

• Off: With Cropping set to off the projector will respond as though it were a 16:9 projector.

i.e. Content with an aspect ratio wider than 1.78:1 will display letterboxed within the center of

the screen.

• Forced: It is possible to force the projector into one of the following aspect ratios;

16:9 / 1.85:1 / 2.20:1 / 2.35:1 / 2.37:1 / 2.39:1

Note: If you force content to a wider aspect ratio (i.e. 1.78:1 >> 2.37:1) you will crop the top and

bottom of the image. This may result in navigation menus, subtitles, etc. not being as intended.

Conversely, if you force content to a narrower aspect ratio (i.e. 2.37:1 >> 1.78:1) it will become

letterboxed.

• Manual: Manual mode allows you to define the masking parameters.

For example, this setting may be used to crop the top of a cinemascope image but retain the

bottom of the image, such that subtitles can be viewed if the source device is unable to relocate

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• Auto: In Auto Mode the projector will analyse the input signal and determine the contents aspect ratio.

Using this information, the projector can then automatically recall pre-defined aspect ratios

(16:9, 1.85:1, 2.20:1, 2.35:1, 2.37:1 or 2.39:1) based on how you setup the remapping feature

(see below).


• If you have a masking screen capable of multiple presets, then you would typically remap like for like aspect ratios

as per Table #1.

• However, if you have a masking screen with only two presets, for example, Cinemascope and 16:9, then you may

choose to remap as per Table #2.

From To From To

16:9 16:9 16:9 16:9

1.85:1 1.85:1 1.85:1 16:9

2.20:1 2.20:1 2.20:1 2.39:1

2.35:1 2.35:1 2.35:1 2.39:1

2.37:1 2.37:1 2.37:1 2.39:1

2.39:1 2.39:1 2.39:1 2.39:1

Table #1 Table #2

Important: When using the remapping feature, you must click the Remap button following each selection

(From >>> To) before you move onto the next.

Note: There are factors that will result in the content aspect ratio detection detecting the wrong

aspect ratio; these may include the following;

• Broadcast watermarks within the top black section of the movie (i.e. Sky Movies logo)

• OSD menu systems from source devices such as pause icons, or content menus.

We always recommend you include an override feature on your control system, so the client can force the

projector to the correct aspect ratio if required.


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Warp to Centre (16:9 Projectors Only)

This menu is used to define the Warp Factor which enables you to use a 16:9 format projector with a Cinemascope or

2.00:1 aspect ratio screen (see below).

Warp to Centre

• Navigate to the Image >>> Warp to Centre Menu (see below).

• Using your chosen control system, toggle the Warp to Centre on/off and enter a Warp to Centre Factor.

Prospector Menu: Image >>> Warp to Centre

To calculate the correct Warp to Centre Factor, use the below formula, and/or the below look-up table below

where the columns (blue) define the content’s aspect ratio and the rows (green) define the screen’s ratio;

Formula: Warp to Centre Factor = Content Aspect Ratio ÷ Screen Aspect Ratio

Table #3: Warp to Centre Factors


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Non-linear Stretching (CinemaScope Models Only)

The following process enables you to stretch a 1.78:1 format image to fill the width of a CinemaScope screen without

cropping the content top & bottom. This method can be extremely useful for clients wishing to watch sports in full

screen width without cropping important information such as; score, statistics etc. Because we use a non-linear

stretch the proportion of stretch increases as you reach the edge of the screen, whilst the center of the image

remains as unchanged as possible, although note that compression is applied to the image here.

Note: This process cannot be used when Warp has been applied to correct the geometry of the image.

• Navigate to the Warp and Blend >>> Warp Menu

• Activate the Warp, 4 Corners & Bow Corrections toggle switches

• Navigate to the Warp and Blend >>> 4 Corners Menu (see below)

• Make sure the Screen properties and the 4 corner values are set as per the below image

Prospector Menu: Warp and Blend >>> 4 Corners

• Navigate to the Warp and Blend >>> Bow Corrections Menu (see over page)

• Scroll down and activate the Symmetric Toggle Switch and select the Edit Length Only option

• Input the desired length value as indicated on the image over page, we recommend a value of 1.6, however this

value can be increased or decreased accordingly.

Note: The higher the value, the greater the stretch at the edge, and compression at the center of the

image. A lower value will apply less stretch and compression to the image, however, the vertical

stretch applied in the previous steps will result in the image being cropped left and right slightly.


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Prospector Menu: Warp and Blend >>> Bow Corrections

You have now set up a non-linear stretch and can enable or disable this function by selecting turning on/off the Warp

Toggle Switch. Note that the toggles for 4 Corners and Bow Correction must both also be on. Disabling the Warp

toggle switch will override the 4 Corners and Bow Correction toggles, although they will still appear in the menu as

being on.

You can use the following JSON commands from a control system to enable and disable this feature;

Enable Non-Linear Stretching:

{"jsonrpc":"2.0","method":"property.set","id":431,"params":{"property":"image.processing.warp.enable","value":true}}

Disable Non-Linear Stretching:

{"jsonrpc":"2.0","method":"property.set","id":425,"params":{"property":"image.processing.warp.enable","value":false}}

Note: For the Enable Non-Linear Stretching command to work, you must first make sure that the

4 Corner and Bow Correction toggle switches are enabled.


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General Settings

ECO Mode & Wake on LAN (WOL)

By default, when a projector is in Ready Mode some internal components will remain functional (fans, pumps etc.);

this can be an issue for installations where the projector is located in a multi-purpose room due to background noise

levels.

ECO Mode is a function that turns off all internal components (except for a wake-up controller) once the projector

has been in Ready Mode for a period of 15 minutes. To remove the projector from ECO Mode typically you would

send a Wake on LAN (WOL) package to the projector via your control system, although this can also be achieved by

UART/RS232, IR or Keypad.

• Navigate to the Settings >>> Power Menu

• Activate ECO Mode

Note: If the network connection to the projector is lost before the projector enters ECO Mode this will result in

the projector not responding to the WOL package. In this scenario you will need to wake the projector

via an alternative method (UART/RS232, IR or Keypad). A power cycle will wake the projector into Ready

Mode, therefore, we recommend a switched fuse spur that can be easily accessed for installations where

the projector is located such that it’s not readily accessible. This will enable you to wake the projector

and if required address any network issues to regain control.

Layers (OSD)

Within the Settings >>> Layers Menu, it is possible to define the on-screen location of three key on-screen displays;

• Main Menu System

• Source Information

• Adjustment Layer

Additionally, it is possible to turn these on-screen displays off all together as they can be a distraction to viewers.

There can also be advantages to turning these OSD’s off during the setup process.

LCD & Keypad Backlight

• Navigate to the Settings >>> LCD & Keypad Backlight Menu.

• You can define whether the LCD Backlight remains permanently on (default settings), permanently off, or

whether it turns off after a defined period.

• Stealth Mode allows you to permanently turn off the LCD Backlight and the Keypad Backlights.

This mode is recommended for installations where the projector is located within the same room as the viewers.


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Control

Supported Drivers

Barco Residential have supported Control Drivers for the following control systems;

• Control4 / Crestron / Savant

The control drivers along with supporting documentation and release notes can be downloaded from the link below;

Download: Crestron Control Module

Download: Control4 Control Module

Download: Savant Control Module

Important: Following a firmware update it can be necessary to install the latest control drivers to activate latest

functionality and to ensure the projector is performing as intended.

12v Triggers

12v Triggers are active in products running firmware release 1.6 or greater.

• When the projector is in ON Mode (i.e. the laser is activated) the 12v Trigger is active.

• When the projector is in READY Mode (i.e. the laser is inactive) or a lower power state the 12v Trigger is inactive.

Power States (Modes)

Barco projectors have the following power states (modes);

• On: The projector is on and lasers/lamp activated.

• Ready: The projector is on; however, the laser/lamp is inactive, some internal components will remain

functional (fans, pumps etc.). Following a 15-minute period of inactivity the projector will enter

Eco Mode.

• Standby: Currently in-active; however, the project will pass through this mode as it transitions from

Eco Mode to Ready Mode and vice versa.

• Eco: All internal components (except for a wake-up controller) are turned off.

When in Eco Mode the projector can be woke up by one of four different methods;

WOL (Wake on Lan), UART/RS232, IR or Keypad.

• Conditioning: The projector enters this power state as it transitions from Ready Mode to On Mode.

• Deconditioning: The projector enters this power state as it transitions from On Mode to Ready Mode.

You can subscribe to the projectors power state by sending the below JSON request via the control system.

The power state will be returned (see red text) each time the power state of the projector changes. This information

can be used to automate various processes such as projector lift mechanisms.

Request: {"jsonrpc": "2.0", "method":"property.get", "params": {"property": "system.state"}, "id":3}

Response: {"jsonrpc": "2.0","id": 3,"result": "ready"}





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Extracting JSON Commands

It is possible to extract JSON commands from the projector which can be incorporated into the control system.

The following steps will provide guidance on how to achieve this;

• When using the Prospector web interface, you will see the highlighted button at the bottom right of each page

(see below).

Prospector: JSON Commands

• Clicking the < > button will open the JSON RPC output console options menu, click the highlighted symbol to

expand this menu so that you can see the dialog window (see below).

Prospector: JSON Commands

Prospector: JSON Commands (Dialog Window)

• Within the dialog window you can view the Request(s) sent to the projector, the Response(s) and any

Notification(s). You can filter these accordingly, by clicking those fields you do not wish to see in the JSON RPC

output console options menu (note in the above example that Notification feedback has been disabled).


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• Initially this field will be empty until you request a change within the projector (i.e. you change a setting within the

menu); for example, the above request was to set the Cropping feature of a cinemascope projector to Auto.

• Clicking on the Request will automatically copy the JSON command to your clipboard and populate the Enter JSON

RPC field which allows you to test commands live within the projector.

Internal Documentation - Pulse API

Within the Prospector web interface, it is possible to extract the Pulse API: JSON RPC Reference documentation.

This provides additional control information and supplements the above process.

Note: The documentation created is specific to the firmware active within the projector.

• Navigate to the Developer Tools >>> Documentation Menu (see below).

• Select Printer Friendly Version and a new web page will load containing the Pulse API: JSON RPC Reference

documentation.

Prospector Menu: Developer Tools >>> Documentation


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3D Integration

Connecting 3D Equipment

Connect the RF/IR emitter as per the user manual instructions for your given projector. In most cases the emitter

requires the sync cable to be connected to the sync inputs, whilst power is received via the projector’s USB

connector.

Calibration of 3D Equipment

• Firstly, check the software on your 3D Emitter is up to date (see manufacturer’s instructions)

• Navigate to the Input >>> Display Mode Menu.

• You have three options available; for residential use we recommend AutoStereo (see below).

• Mono: Everything is 2D

• ActiveStereo: Everything is 3D

• AutoStereo: Projector automatically selects 2D or 3D based on the incoming signal

Prospector Menu: Input >>> Display

• Navigate to the Input >>> Stereo Menu.

• Based on our experience the slider “Synchronization delay in µseconds” should be set to ~8100 (see below).

It will vary for each installation depending on the Transmitter / Glasses, therefore some fine tuning may be

required.

• Your goal is to achieve minimum flicker in the image; if you are unable to achieve this try activating the switch

called “Swap eyes”; this will invert the right / left eye (see below).

• It is not necessary to adjust the Dark Time in µseconds.

Prospector Menu: Input >>> Stereo


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Dashboard

Dashboard is a quick access version of the Prospector interface which can be used as an alternative to a control system

when using the projector for exhibitions, client demonstrations etc.

• Connection to Dashboard is the same process as connecting to Prospector; however, following the IP address and

port :9999 you must add /dashboard. Example: 192.168.1.193:9999/dashboard

Dashboard

• Clicking on the spanner icon allows you to define which sections are displayed, and within each section which

options are displayed. You can also re-order how the information is displayed.

Example: You may decide to show, as above, only those masking options supported by your chosen screen.

Additionally, you may know this feature is used most regularly to demonstrate cropping and

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Basic Troubleshooting

Below are some basic troubleshooting activities which can assist with the diagnostics / correction of various installation

issues;

Connectors Menu

• Navigate to the Input >>> Connectors Menu

• Select the relevant input (typically HDMI) and Connector Settings / Signal Information window will expand at the

bottom of the menu (see below).

Prospector Menu: Input >>> Connectors (Connector Settings / Signal Information)

Within this menu you can view several variables which can help you to understand what is happening within the signal

that the projector is receiving.

For example, you can check the Color Space of the Input Signal matches that of the Connector settings, i.e. you aren’t

inadvertently forcing the projector into RGB mode incorrectly.

Note: If you are experiencing issues with the video signal, we recommend you take a screen capture of this

page for any of the effected source components, along with images of the real-world issue for review by

Barco’s technical support team.


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Factory Reset

• Navigate to the Service >>> Factory Reset.

• From this menu you can factory reset all or selected domains within the projector.

Note: We recommend that you uncheck the network settings before you perform a factory reset so that you

do not lose control of the projector (see below).

Prospector Menu: Service >>> Factory Reset

Notifications & Error Logs

• Navigate to the Notifications Menu (see below).

• From here you can filter between;

• Critical Errors / Errors / Warnings / Information

• It is also possible to download an error log from this menu, using the following symbol (see below);

Prospector Menu: Notifications

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