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Refer to the following guidelines if you encounter a difficulty in the operation

of your Stewart Filmscreen. Problems related to electrical or motor function

may require a qualified service person or electrician.

Should you have a problem that is not addressed here, call the Stewart

Filmscreen Corporation.

AB Electriscreen: Owner’s Manual

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Problem description

Probable cause

Action to take

Screen won't operate.

No 120V power available.
Outboard switching problem.

Check to see if the circuit breaker has

switched off.  Reset if needed.
Check outboard switching apparatus.
Check voltage availability. Contact an

electrician.

Screen won't roll up or down

(even though power is

available).

Bad connection at switch.
Polarity of STI line may be bad.

Have an electrician or qualified service

person check the connection as

follows:

·

  If you have a 

low voltage control

unit, check switch-line connections.

·

  If you have a 

screen trigger

interface

, check line connections,

or the mini-plugs at the screen

input or projector output.  Check

12V DC line for correct polarity.

Contacts may be sticking—tap

relay to free contacts.

Screen roller chatters when

power is activated.

Can be caused by voltage drop,

bad connections, or a defective

switch.

Have an electrician or qualified service

person check all hook-ups including all

outboard wiring.

Unit hums in up mode. 

(Screen 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 drops when up

direction is activated

(grinding noise occurs).

Drop in voltage.

Screen motor requires full voltage.

Have an electrician or qualified service

person check available voltage.

Screen continues past

bottom stop position.

White limit switch is out of

adjustment.

Readjust the white DOWN limit switch.

See pp. 12-13 of this manual.

Batten retracts too far into

case.

Yellow limit switch out of

adjustment.  

Failure to correct

can damage motor and screen.

Do not use the unit until this

problem is resolved.

Have a qualified service person

readjust the yellow UP limit switch. See

pp. 12-13 of this manual.

Dirt, finger prints, marks, etc.

on screen surface.

Improper handling of screen.

Brush off or use a mild detergent

solution with clean rag or cotton swab.

Indentations appear on

screen surface.

Debris or particles adhering to

screen due to static cling.

Check back of screen; gently brush

debris away by hand.

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Страница 1: ...E I N S TA L L 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 AB 0401 AB Electriscreen To the Owner Installation Instructions Operating the Screen Maintenance O W N E R S M A N U A L ...

Страница 2: ...Printed in U S A 2001 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation ...

Страница 3: ...allation 3 Step 1 Hanging The Case 5 Step 2 Electrical Hook up 6 Operating The Screen 11 Adjusting The Screen Extension 12 Screen Care And Cleaning 14 Troubleshooting 15 AB Electriscreen Owner s Manual 1 AB Electriscreen O W N E R S M A N U A L ...

Страница 4: ...ill help ensure you many years of trouble free service from your new Stewart Filmscreen product About your AB Series Electriscreen Your AB Electriscreen offers the most technologically advanced roller screen in the world The maximum overall dimensions of the Model AB screen image are 14 high by 18 3 wide 2 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation TO THE OWNER ...

Страница 5: ...Enough ladders for the personnel supporting the screen during the mounting process K A level K Fasteners appropriate for the surface on which the screen is being mounted See instructions for the type of mount for recommendations AB Electriscreen Owner s Manual 3 PREPARING THE INSTALLATION K Before proceeding with the installation of this screen be sure to read and understand all the installation a...

Страница 6: ...the batten lock down screws can result in permanent damage to the screen 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 Suggested solutions for removing the unit include K A removable ceili...

Страница 7: ...n AB Electriscreen The screen can be bolted directly to the support structure or suspended If the unit is to be mounted to plaster drywall masonry or other type of surface use an appropriate fastener These might include toggle or molly bolts or similar fasteners 1 Install the unit onto the support structure making sure that the bottom of the case is flush with the finished ceiling if any Refer to ...

Страница 8: ... use of wire nuts is acceptable 6 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation STEP 2 ELECTRICAL HOOK UP Caution Professional techniques need to be adhered to when making any electrical connection A qualified electrician should perform these procedures Be sure to follow all standard safety procedures for installing electrical devices Do not disassemble or alter the configuration of the motor or the unit s elect...

Страница 9: ...ure 2 illustrates the connections 1 Connect the 4 conductor hookup cable to the connection harness coming from the J box used for switch input 2 Connect the hookup cable to the 3 button switch 3 Connect the main 120V AC power source to the AC J box 4 A parallel connection to an outboard audio visual switching network can be made at this time optional Figure 2 Low voltage 3 button switch wiring 3 b...

Страница 10: ...tegory 5 cable is typically used for long runs Making the connection Figure 3 illustrates the connections 1 Mount the infrared IR eye sensor near the screen 2 Connect the 4 conductor hookup cable to the connection harness coming from the J box used for switch input 3 Connect the hookup cable to the 3 button switch 4 Connect the main 120V AC power source to the AC J box 5 A parallel connection to a...

Страница 11: ...used if there is no 12V power source from the projector or AV control center Preparing the connection Before making the electrical connections you need K An available 120V AC constant power source installed near the screen Making the connection Figure 4 illustrates the connections 1 Attach the 12V trigger wire to the jack on the j box 2 Connect the main 120V AC power source to the AC J box AB Elec...

Страница 12: ...nnections you need K An available 120V AC power source installed near the screen K A 4 conductor switch hook up cable 4 conductor bell wire or category 5 cable is typically used for long runs Making the connection Figure 5 illustrates the connections 1 Mount the wireless remote receiver module near the screen 2 Connect the 4 conductor hookup cable to the connection harness coming from the J box us...

Страница 13: ...h control to stop the screen s motion it will not automatically stop if it hits an obstacle In general when the screen is not in use you should store it in the fully retracted position AB Electriscreen Owner s Manual 11 OPERATING THE SCREEN Caution Do not operate the motor when any of the following occurs K The unit emits any smoke heat abnormal noise or unusual odor K The unit is damaged in some ...

Страница 14: ...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 is fully retracted when the batten is 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 of the switch...

Страница 15: ...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 change in the screen s stop position To decrease the screen extension 1 Lower the screen until it is extended about halfway down 2 Locate the white extension down limit switch located on the left side of the screen tube Use a screwdriver to turn...

Страница 16: ...face on your AB Electriscreen is delicate Special attention to these instructions should be followed when cleaning K A draftsman style brush may be used to lightly whisk away any loose dirt or dust particles This type of brush is usually available at office supply stores K For tougher spots use a mild solution detergent water and a sponge Rub lightly Blot with a damp sponge to absorb excess water ...

Страница 17: ... caused by voltage drop bad connections or a defective switch Have an electrician or qualified service person check all hook ups including all outboard wiring Unit hums in up mode Screen 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 ...

Страница 18: ...MAINTENANCE NOTES ...

Страница 19: ...MAINTENANCE NOTES ...

Страница 20: ...www stewartfilm com 1 800 762 4999 K Fax 310 326 6870 ...

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