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AKPro system with ATH1
transport shown
Planar Model A480-PL
Home Cinema Conversion Lens System
Connecting the AKPro Attachment Plate – PD8130/PD8150
Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc.
USER MANUAL AND INSTALLATION GUIDE
Including the UH480 Lens, ATH1 Transport
and AKPro Projector Attachment Kits
Introduction, Basic projection parameters
Important ceiling mount location considerations
Connecting the AKPro Attachment Plate – Viper
Aspect Ratio Matrix, Cleaning and Contact information
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Professional Grade
Using the AKPro Attachment Kit
Package Contents
Attachment Plate Diagram
Mounting the ATH1 transport
Mounting the ATH1 transport
Final adjustments
Programming
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Summary of Contents for Planar A480-PL
- Page 1 Home Cinema Conversion Lens System Connecting the AKPro Attachment Plate – PD8130/PD8150 Aspect Ratio Matrix, Cleaning and Contact information Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Professional Grade USER MANUAL AND INSTALLATION GUIDE...
- Page 2 A NOTE ON YOUR SCREEN FORMAT The A480-PL system works very well with a 2.35:1 aspect ratio screen. However, if you are considering a new screen we actually recommend an aspect ratio of 2.40:1 for the best all around fit.
- Page 3 Periodically check all fasteners and connection hardware to be sure they are not coming loose. Improper installation may lead to an increased risk of your equipment becoming unstable and possibly injuring someone. Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 3...
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Page 4: Package Contents
AKPro attachment plate, AKPro attachment bag (hardware, spacers), plate hook bag (chain, hooks, hardware) Transport, transport mounting hardware, lens bracket mounting hardware, power supply, Panamorph remote, batteries Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 4... - Page 5 Panamorph lens and mounting bracket Chief RPA ceiling mount (PD81xx use only) Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 5...
- Page 6 Top View (this side towards ceiling) Rear Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Front Ceiling side of Attachment Plate 8130/8150 7170 8130/8150 7170 Page 6 8130/8150 7170 8130/8150 7170...
- Page 7 3/8” aluminum spacer and into the six threaded holes from the ceiling side of the attachment plate. Thread only enough to extend the screw to the bottom of the plate. Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 7...
- Page 8 Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. ATH1/M380 Attachment Bag Contents #10-32x5/8”...
- Page 9 Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 9...
- Page 10 This will minimize unusual stresses on the ceiling mount system. Proceed to “Final Adjustments” later on in this manual. Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 10...
- Page 11 Attachment Plate, then through the 5/8” nylon spacers and finally into the projector ceiling mount holes. Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 11...
- Page 12 Chain End for a best fit to the corresponding Plate Hook and attach. Repeat for the other set of hooks. Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. ATTACHMENT...
- Page 13 3. Refer to the ATH1 user manual (included with ATH1) for additional instructions to install the lens at this time, but do not forget to complete the “Final Adjustments” step below. Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. ATH1/M380 Attachment Bag Contents #10-32x5/8”...
- Page 14 Follow the instructions included in the PDS mount to securely attach it to the ceiling Attach the projector to the ceiling mounted portion of the PDS mount Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 14...
- Page 15 Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 15...
- Page 16 This way 1.85:1, 16:9 and 2.35-2.4:1 aspect ratio movies should all be presented to fill the screen at a constant height. Remove the protective film from the front of the Panamorph lens Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 16...
- Page 17 With the lens in the “out” position, bring up the projector menu. Navigate to the “Control” tab and select “Letterbox” for the trigger that you attached 3.5mm cable from the Panamorph transport. Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 17...
- Page 18 Now when the aspect on the projectors aspect ratio is changed to “Letterbox”, the 12V trigger will activate and the Panamorph lens transport will position the Panamorph lens in front of the projectors primary lens. Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 18...
- Page 19 This will allow you to quickly see both the results of cleaning and also if you are causing any damage. Planar Systems 1195 NW Compton Drive Beaverton, OR, 97006 http://www.planar.com Planar A480-PL User Manual and Installation Guide, Version 2.3, copyright 2009, all rights reserved, Planar Inc. Page 19...