Retractable, below ceiling screen system (23 pages)
Summary of Contents for Stewart Filmscreen Corp 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask
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4WSN-1005 O T H E I N S T A L L E R 4-Way ScreenWall O W N E R ’ S E S U R E T O L E A V E T H I S M A N U A L W I T H T H E O W N E R ElectriMask M A N U A L To the Owner...
Stewart Filmscreen product. About your 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask Your 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask is a fixed frame with both vertical and horizontal masking panels, enabling the viewer to obtain any aspect ratio. The term aspect ratio refers to the format (width to height) in which your video sources are produced.
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228.6 cm 100” / 254 cm 110” / 279.4 cm 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual Figure 2: 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask models – sizes and weights Variable Format (from 2.35:1 to 4.3) Model NTSC Image Size 4:3/1.33:1 49” x 87” 124.5 x 221 cm 54”...
REPARING THE NSTALLATION Before proceeding with the installation of this screen, take time to thoroughly read and understand these installation and operation instructions. All electrical wiring installations must conform to local and national codes and should be performed by qualified service personnel. There are no user-serviceable parts contained within the unit.
1. M OUNTING THE Figure 3: Assembling the frame 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual RAME Professional mounting techniques should be used. Stewart Filmscreen Corporation cannot be liable for substandard or faulty installations. Assembling the frame Work in a clean area, making certain installers have clean hands and clothes.
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Positioning the frame on the wall 1. Without the screen fabric attached, position the frame on the wall. 2. Make sure the unit is level and plumb. (You may need to use shims between the brackets and the wall to achieve vertical plumb).
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Figure 5: Unrolling the screen 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual Unpacking and unrolling the screen The viewing side of the projection screen is rolled to the inside to protect the optical coating. The screen is rolled lengthwise. 1. Remove the screen from the cardboard shipping tube.
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Figure 6: Snapping screen onto frame Attaching the screen to frame 1. Place the frame over the screen. 2. While lifting the frame with one hand, snap the screen into the frame. Gently allow the screen to stretch onto the snaps. Do not jerk the material, as it can rip.
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4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual Connecting the spring tension cable 1. Locate the spring tension cables on either side of the unit. 2. Connect the baby eye snap to the eyelet on the lower bottom of the unit. See Figure 7. You will need to pull the cable slightly (about 10 lbs.
2. E LECTRICAL Figure 8: Electrical connections Caution Professional techniques need to be used 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 electrical connections.
COMMON-White Neutral GROUND-Green Figure 9: High voltage control wiring diagram 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual Installing the high voltage switch control (standard) A standard 3-position wall switch is supplied. The high-voltage control is connected to the electrical source. It alternates directions of mask motion by means of the hot lead, using the 3-position switch.
AC Power Neutral COMMON-White UP-Red DOWN-Black GROUND-Green Figure 10: Low voltage 3-button switch wiring Installing the low-voltage 3-button switch option The optional Stewart Filmscreen low-voltage control allows the use of low- voltage wire to connect to the supplied 3-position momentary wall switch. Preparing the connection Before making the electrical connections, you need: An available AC constant power source...
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COMMON-White DOWN-Black GROUND-Green Figure 11: Infrared remote control wiring 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual Installing the infrared remote control option The optional Stewart Filmscreen infrared remote control allows control of the screens from anywhere in the room. Note: The distance between the hand-held remote control and the receiver can be up to 50 feet / 15.2m.
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AC Power Black Common White UP-Brown DOWN-Red Figure 12: Multi-Channel Infrared Remote control wiring Installing the Multi-Channel Infrared Remote control option The optional Stewart Filmscreen Multi-Channel Infrared Remote control allows control of the screens from anywhere in the room. Note: The distance between the hand-held remote control and the receiver can be up to 50 feet / 15 m.
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Romex Connector Terminal Block Figure 13: VICS connection 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual Connecting the Video Interface Control System (VICS) Note: The VICS option should not be used for the horizontal masking system. The VICS enables up and down operation of the mask in conjunction with a projector, tuner, VCR, cable box, or switched AC outlet.
3. H ANGING THE RAME ON THE 1. Attach the ScreenWall ElectriMask to the wall using the appropriate fasteners (hex lag screws, wall anchors, molly bolts, wood carriage screws, etc.) through the wall mounting brackets. Figure 14: Hanging the screen Stewart Filmscreen Corporation...
4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual The method you use to raise and lower a mask depends on the type of switch control device you have selected. When you lower or retract a mask, it will stop at its preset limit.
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Horizontal Mask Vertical Mask Screen Horizontal Mask Figure 15: DOWN limit switches are 2, 4, and 5. Modifying the extension of the mask You can increase the extension of a mask up to 3" / 7.6 cm past the factory preset stop, or you can decrease the extension from the factory preset stop.
CREEN ARE AND 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual LEANING With reasonable care, you can expect many years of trouble-free use of your Stewart projection screen. We encourage you to keep your screen clean. To protect your screen when it is not in use, store it in the fully retracted position.
ROUBLESHOOTING Problem description Mask won't operate. Mask won't roll up or down (even though power is available). Mask roller chatters when power is activated. Unit hums in up mode. ( Mask has already retracted.) Mask drops when up direction is activated (grinding noise occurs).
A factory authorized returned screen arriving prepaid to our facility for inspection and proved defective due to an inherent manufacturing fault will be repaired or replaced by Stewart Filmscreen Corp. This warranty expressly does not cover any costs of removal, installation, framing, or other incidental costs to replacing the screen or returning it to the manufacturer.
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