Stewart Filmscreen Corp ABT-EM ElectriMask Electriscreen Owner'S Manual Download

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ABT-EM-1005

ABT-EM Trapdoor ElectriMask

Electriscreen

To the Owner

Installation Instructions

Operating the Screen

Maintenance

O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L

Summary of Contents for ABT-EM ElectriMask Electriscreen

Page 1: ... E R B E S U R E T O L E AV E T H I S M A N U A L W I T H T H E O W N E R ABT EM 1005 ABT EM Trapdoor ElectriMask Electriscreen To the Owner Installation Instructions Operating the Screen Maintenance O W N E R S M A N U A L ...

Page 2: ...rporation Stewart Filmscreen reserves the right to make changes to the product specified in this document From time to time this document is updated Current versions of documentation are posted on the Stewart Filmscreen website at www stewartfilm com ...

Page 3: ... the Case 5 Step 2 Electrical Hook up 6 Operating the Screen 13 Adjusting the Screen Extension 14 Screen Care and Cleaning 16 Troubleshooting 18 ABT EM Trapdoor ElectriMask Electriscreen Owner s Manual 1 ABT EM Trapdoor ElectriMask Electriscreen O W N E R S M A N U A L ...

Page 4: ...te with the latest multi format video projectors which are capable of variable sizes and aspect ratios for viewing standard broadcast television and the wide format seen in commercial theaters letterbox The term aspect ratio refers to the format width to height in which your home cinema sources are produced Your screen is equipped with either a vertical masking system to achieve a 1 33 1 aspect ra...

Page 5: ...el supporting the screen during the mounting process A level Fasteners appropriate for the surface on which the screen is being mounted See instructions for the type of mount for recommendations A 5 32 4 cm hex head or Allen wrench ABT EM Trapdoor ElectriMask Electriscreen Owner s Manual 3 PREPARING THE INSTALLATION Before proceeding with the installation of this screen take time to thoroughly rea...

Page 6: ...n 2 When moving the unit make sure not to torque or twist the case This can cause door alignment problems 4 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation Factory Advisory The factory advises against installing a concealed or recessed electrical projection screen permanently You must be able to access the external end plates should future service to the internal roller tube screen assembly system be necessary ...

Page 7: ...her type of surface use an appropriate fastener 1 Install the unit onto the support structure making sure that the bottom of the case is flush with the finished ceiling 2 Make sure the unit is level 3 Make sure the case is not twisted or torqued lengthwise when installed This can cause door alignment problems and microswitch shutoff failure 4 Drywall or other ceiling material may be screwed direct...

Page 8: ... are made to the electrical box on the side of the unit audience left An access panel covers the electrical connections To remove the access panel on the underside of the unit remove the two hex screws Refer to Figure 4 Replace the access panel after the electrical connections have been made STEP 2 ELECTRICAL HOOK UP Caution Professional techniques should be used when making any electrical connect...

Page 9: ...tronic cable can be used to connect the 3 button switch to the LVC The recommended wire gauge is 20 to 24 AWG Use plenum rated cable when required Making the connection Figure 6 on the following page illustrates the connections Note The electrical housing has a 2 gang J box For a top view refer to Figure 4 1 Connect the 8 conductor cable to the connection harness coming from the J box labeled swit...

Page 10: ...TOP Yellow COMMON White DOWN Black 4 Conductor Hook up Cable 20 24ga Recommended Category 5 Typically Used NOT Supplied STOP Yellow COMMON White UP Red DOWN Black UP Red NEUTRAL White GREEN Ground HOT Black NEUTRAL White GREEN Ground HOT Black Mask Note The cable wires can be split with extra length added so that you can move the control units to a location at a distance from the screen case ...

Page 11: ...ection Before making the electrical connections you need An available AC constant power source installed near the screen Making the connection Figure 6 illustrates the connections 1 Attach each 12V trigger wire to the jack on the box 2 Connect the main AC power source to the the J box labeled main AC power connection Note The two toggle switches on the electrical connection housing are used by the...

Page 12: ...lable AC constant power source installed near the screen A 4 conductor switch hook up cable 4 conductor bell wire or category 5 cable is typically used for long runs Cat 5 multi conductor unshielded or similar type electronic cable can be used to connect the 3 button switch to the LVC The recommended wire gauge is 20 to 24 AWG Use plenum rated cable when required Making the connection Figure 7 ill...

Page 13: ...rtical masking unit NEUTRAL White GREEN Ground HOT Black Optional 12V DC Transformer with Switch Door and Main Screen Operation To Projector or AC Power Supply 4 Conductor Hook up Cable 20 24ga Recommended Category 5 Typically Used NOT Supplied STOP Yellow COMMON White DOWN Black UP Red 3 button Momentary Switch Masking control ...

Page 14: ...making the electrical connections you need An available AC constant power source A 4 conductor romex or motor connector cable Making the connections Figure 8 illustrates the connections 1 Connect the wall switches to the AC constant power source 2 Connect the wall switches to the unit s electrical box Figure 8 High voltage control wiring diagram Door Screen Switch AC Power Source DOWN Black UP Red...

Page 15: ...do this operate the screen so that the door opens then stop the operation Unscrew and remove the shipping lockdown brackets The method you use to raise and lower the screen and mask depends on the type of switch control device you have selected Use the masking screen as needed to establish the appropriate viewing format When you lower or retract the screen or mask they will stop at their preset li...

Page 16: ... follow these instructions Caution Improper adjustment of the limit switches can cause irreparable damage to the screen itself resulting in voiding the factory warranty Warning The screen and mask are fully retracted when the battens are flush with the bottom of the case Do not attempt adjustments with the yellow retraction UP limit switch that will further retract the screen Incorrect adjustment ...

Page 17: ...nterclockwise direction If the power is on the screen will drop incrementally as the switch is turned Note One complete turn of the switch will make approximately a 3 4 2 cm change in the screen or mask s stop position To decrease the screen extension 1 Lower the screen or mask until it is extended about halfway down 2 Locate the white extension down limit switch located on the left side of the sc...

Page 18: ...in use store it in the fully retracted position Avoid getting any foreign material on the screen as cleaning may prove very difficult It may not be possible to remove scratches paint ink etc General maintenance The screen surface on your screen is delicate Special attention to these instructions should be followed when cleaning A draftsman style brush may be used to lightly whisk away any loose di...

Page 19: ...creen or mask has already retracted The screen batten is retracting too far into the case Failure to correct can damage motor and screen Do not use the unit until this problem is resolved Have a qualified service person adjust the yellow UP limit switch Turn the adjusting screw clockwise Screen or mask drops when up direction is activated grinding noise occurs Drop in voltage Motors require full v...

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