The Christie CineLife+ IMB-S4 is a powerful, cost-effective Integrated Media Block designed to deliver premium cinematic experiences with ease. Engineered for seamless integration with Christie Series 4 projectors, this feature-rich IMB enables secure, DCI-compliant playback of packaged content—including high-frame-rate 4K at up to 96fps—right out of the box. With ultra-fast CineLife+ processing, intuitive web-based control, and compatibility with all major Theatre Management Systems (TMS), the IMB-S4 simplifies operations while elevating presentation quality.
Equipped with 3 × 2TB SSDs in a RAID 5 configuration, the IMB-S4 offers 3.6 TB of usable onboard storage and supports expansion via the optional Christie NAS-S4, which adds 10.9 TB of additional capacity. It features dual-projector sync for large-format applications, 16-channel AES3 digital audio output, and a 10-year shelf life with no battery charging required. Backed by an industry-leading 5-year warranty (3-year base + 2-year extension) and ongoing software updates even after the warranty expires, the IMB-S4 is a future-ready solution for modern cinemas.
Key Specifications:
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Playback Support:
- 2K (2D): 24–120 fps
- 2K (3D): 24–60 fps
- 4K (2D): 24–96 fps
- 4K (3D): 24–48 fps
- Formats: JPEG 2000, MPEG-2 (Interop DCP), SMPTE DCP
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Storage:
- 3 × 2TB SSDs (RAID 5) → 3.6 TB usable
- Optional NAS-S4: 10.9 TB usable (4 × 4TB RAID 5)
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Connectivity:
- 2 × 2.5GbE (RJ-45), 1 × 1GbE (RJ-45), 1 × USB 3.0
- 3 × BNC (Sync In, Sync Out, LTC Out)
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Audio Output:
- 16-channel AES3 digital audio (16/24-bit, 48 kHz via 2 × RJ-45)
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User Interface:
- Integrated CineLife+ web UI
- Compatible with all major TMS platforms
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Security & Reliability:
- DCI-compliant with anti-tampering circuitry
- 10-year shelf life, no battery charging required
- Dual-projector sync support
Warranty: Includes a 5-year limited warranty (3-year base + 2-year extension). Covers manufacturing defects under normal use. Excludes damage from shipping, misuse, or unauthorized modifications. Ongoing software updates are provided even after the warranty period ends.
