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Stewart Filmscreen

TO THE OWNER

Congratulations on your purchase of the finest optical viewing screen available anywhere in the world!

Please take a moment to review this manual—it will help ensure you many years of trouble-free service 
from your new Stewart Filmscreen product 

ABOUT YOUR SCREEN

The AT3 screens use an AT frame with seamless tubing, heliarc welds, shock (stretch or bungee) cord, and 
S-hooks to secure the screen edge through grommets  Each screen is built to individual specification 

Note: 

An owner-supplied frame can also be used, but in this case the screen is not warranted 

OPTIONS

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Black masking borders absorb over-scanning and create a finished look, or screen material can wrap 
around the frame and attach on the back side (wraparound) 

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Frames can be flat or factory-curved to any specified radius 

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The frame can be an AT2 or AT3 (2” or 3” / 5 or 7 5 cm diameter tubing, respectively) 

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Mitered corners are standard, curved corners are optional 

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Mounting options include wall mounts, aperture, eyebolts, stage-fly bolts, or T-stands 

Figure 1. Assembled screen (curved corners, no masking); audience view

Aluminum Tube (AT) frame

Shock cord

Grommet

S-hook

Summary of Contents for AT 3.0

Page 1: ...Producers of Professional Projection Screens O W N E R S M A N U A L AT 3 0 Fixed Frame Screen with Lace and Grommets ...

Page 2: ...o make changes to the product specified in this document Sizes and specifications subject to change without notice at Manufacturer s discretion From time to time this document is updated Current versions of documentation are posted on the Stewart Filmscreen website at www stewartfilmscreen com ...

Page 3: ... A L Contents To the Owner 4 Preparing the Installation 5 Installation AT Frame 6 This Screen Seems Too Small 15 Installation Screen with Owner Supplied Frame 16 Screen Care and Cleaning 19 Troubleshooting 20 Product Warranty 21 ...

Page 4: ... individual specification Note An owner supplied frame can also be used but in this case the screen is not warranted OPTIONS Black masking borders absorb over scanning and create a finished look or screen material can wrap around the frame and attach on the back side wraparound Frames can be flat or factory curved to any specified radius The frame can be an AT2 or AT3 2 or 3 5 or 7 5 cm diameter t...

Page 5: ... heavier screens For larger screens you will need special equipment to support the screen tube and to elevate personnel to an appropriate height for attaching the screen to the frame You will need For screens whose top is high off the ground use a rolling scaffold scissors lift or genie lift For larger screens use a crane or block and tackle to hoist screen tube into place and support it during in...

Page 6: ...rojection screens over 16 4 8 m wide that use a T stand or stage fly mount 4 Proceed to the instructions for the wall mount support system stage fly mount or the T stand Note for larger frames On larger frames it may be necessary to install the frame directly to the mounted position Mount one frame member at a time assuring proper placement on the wall or in the aperture Begin at the bottom corner...

Page 7: ...he chalk line 4 Make sure that each frame member of the frame assembly is level and plumb Check the diagonal measurements to verify that the assembly is square 5 Mark the holes for each wall support bracket 6 Lower the frame to the floor 7 Remove the wall support brackets from the frame Drill the locations marked on the wall to accept the appropriate fastener 8 Attach the mounting brackets to the ...

Page 8: ...THE T STAND Follow these steps to assemble the T stand A back brace may be used for larger screens 1 Insert upright support posts into screen frame brackets and tighten Refer to Figure 6 2 Insert T Stand bases into upright support posts and attach with bolts Refer to Figure 7 3 Attach cross braces to support standing T stand posts Refer to Figure 8 Figure 5 Wall mount for curved screen Figure 6 In...

Page 9: ...During packing and transit the screen may shrink The Stewart screen material has some elasticity and will stretch and spring back The grommeted edge binding will not stretch past the manufactured outer dimensions After the screen is attached to the frame some tension will be apparent at each grommet If you have concerns read the section This Screen Seems Too Small At least one person on a scaffold...

Page 10: ... screen i CAUTION To avoid damage to the screen use caution when handling the screen roll Carry the roll by the ends only Do not place the screen roll on steps or any uneven surface as the pressure can make permanent indentations in the screen INSTALLATION AT FRAME CONTINUED ATTACHING THE SCREEN TO THE FRAME STEPS Follow the steps to attach the screen to the frame 1 If used install the optional ex...

Page 11: ... side of the screen are exposed Do not cut all tie cords at this time Unroll the screen slowly making sure to cut each successive tie cord so that the screen is free to unroll Do not the cut all the tie cords at once as they support the screen until it is attached to the frame You can cut one or two tie cords ahead of the attachment as the screen is unrolled so that there is no danger of pulling o...

Page 12: ...reen to ensure that it is properly attached and not overstretched When the middle S hook is attached to the center top grommet the grommet should be within 3 7 5 cm of the center of the screen If the center hook is short of the center grommet continue attach ing the hooks along the top until you reach the end You will need to adjust the screen on the frame before attaching the sides Shift the S ho...

Page 13: ...ets Work toward the center You may need to skip three or four S hooks to develop enough slack in the bungee cord to hook the grommet without creating too much tension If you feel that you are pulling on the screen or the bun gees too much attach only the hooks that allow for minimal tension to give the material enough time to stretch before attaching the skipped hooks If there is too much tension ...

Page 14: ... attached to the grommets Do not rely on the shock cord to pull the screen over When properly attached there will be no tension on the screen top between the edge of the screen and the drilled holes securing the shock cord to the frame For smaller screens you can lay the screen on a clean floor audience side down then lay the frame over the screen and attach the screen to the frame INSTALLATION AT...

Page 15: ...ewart puts a red grommet at the center line of each side of the fabric The grommet spacing is 4 10 cm center to center While installing the fabric you may find that you ve hit the red grommet exactly or you may be off a grommet If the layout is off a grommet continue to hang the top then go back and do a hook for hook exchange across the top The remainder of the fabric will be fine unhooked for as...

Page 16: ...ing the screen so that damage does not occur The frame requires an accurate peg layout that matches the screen grommet layout starting at the screen center line Refer to Figure 17 Installers must know how to perform T lacing theater lacing to attach the screen to the peg style frame Be sure you know the manufactured outer dimensions of the screen Note them here Height ____________________ Width __...

Page 17: ...s to grommets use the T lacing method 1 Using the lace cord provided lace the screen corner into pegs at the top left and continue along the top towards the center using the T lace method Refer to Figures 18 and 19 The screen center line is marked with a red grommet at the frame center Continue unrolling towards audience right Make sure that the screen is centered in the frame 2 Lace the left side...

Page 18: ...AME CONTINUED 5 Once the sides are laced T lace the bottom 6 Make a final inspection of the screen to verify that it is attached properly and that the corners are free from tears and stress Y X W Figure 19 Improper method of lacing unequal spacing resulting in tear ...

Page 19: ...any loose dirt or dust particles This type of brush is usually available at office supply stores Stewart Filmscreen has an optional screen cleaning kit that contains the proper type of brush Contact your dealer if you would like to obtain this cleaning kit For tougher spots use a solution of mild detergent and water Rub lightly using a sponge Blot with a damp sponge to absorb excess water Residual...

Page 20: ...n Steps Dirt fingerprints marks etc on screen surface Improper handling of screen Brush off or use a mild deter gent solution with clean rag or cotton swab Indentations on screen surface Debris or particles adhering to screen due to static cling Check back of screen gently brush debris away by hand Tears in screen corner or side Improper handling or attach ment of screen to frame Repair tear immed...

Page 21: ...freight expenses to and from Stewart are payable by the purchaser Stewart is not responsible for damage in shipment To protect against damage or loss in transit insure the product and prepay all transportation expenses This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied including warranties as to fitness for useormerchantability Anyimpliedwarrantiesoffitnessforuse ormerchantabili...

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