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Date
Revision No.
30.03.2020
1.0
04.05.2020
1.1
19.01.2022
1.2
23.02.2022
1.3
21.11.2022
1.4
These installation instructions must always be provided to the installing persons
EVO-LINK-200 series
Truss mount for EVO frame series
Manual Version 1.4
EVO-LINK-200
EVO-LINK-210
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VIU
TSN
TSN
GJN
EVO-LINK-201
Checked
Approved
DRD
DRD
GJN
TSN
EVO-LINK-211
Description
Version draft 1.0
Version 1.1
Adding P30 and P17
Redesigning
Adding Pan. m.no.

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  • Page 1 EVO-LINK-200 series Truss mount for EVO frame series Manual Version 1.4 EVO-LINK-200 EVO-LINK-201 EVO-LINK-210 EVO-LINK-211 Date Revision No. Author Checked Approved Description 30.03.2020 Version draft 1.0 04.05.2020 Version 1.1 19.01.2022 Adding P30 and P17 23.02.2022 Redesigning 21.11.2022 Adding Pan. m.no.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    6. Description of the product................. 22 6.1 Intended use ........................22 6.2 Specifications ........................22 7. EVO-LINK-200 series and the EVO frame series .......... 23 7.1 Attaching to the frame ....................23 7.2 Mounting the EVO-LINK-200 or EVO-LINK-201 to a truss ..........26 7.3 Mounting the EVO-LINK-210 or EVO-LINK-211 to a truss ..........
  • Page 3 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 10. System maintenance and inspection Re-examination ......37 10.1 Mounting screws ......................38 10.2 Screws M12 attaching the clamps ................39 11. Disposal of components ................40 11.1 Metal parts and packaging ................... 40 11.2 Disposal of entire devices ..................... 40 12.

  • Page 4: Preamble

    Version 1.2 1. Preamble The EVO-LINK-200 series has been developed and manufactured with the highest care and attention. However, improper handling can cause a risk for safety and / or damage. Read these instructions carefully before handling and installing the product so that you can safely enjoy your device.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2  Universal torque Figure 3 Universal torque key 2. Safety instructions These installation instructions must always be handed over to the person who is carrying out the installation. Read these instructions carefully before installing the system.
  • Page 6 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 Authorised Expert Inspector Authorized experts are persons who:  have completed a technical degree at a technical university or scientific college  be able to demonstrate at least three years of experience in the design, construction,...

  • Page 7: Warnings

    Make sure that only the designated projector frames are installed with the products of EVO-LINK-200 series! Do not try to use it with other products because serious accidents can occur!
  • Page 8 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 A visual inspection must be done prior to every installation, in which the system is involved. The inspection must be performed by a qualified person.  All parts of an EVO-LINK truss mount must be inspected in detail prior to any usage ...
  • Page 9 210,0 kg (463 lbs) plus the weight of all additional equipment as well as other potential systems. The above-named weight of 210,0 kg (463 lbs) represents the weight load limit of EVO-LINK-200 series which is 200,0 kg plus the weight of the EVO-LINK itself.
  • Page 10 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2  Do not exceed the maximum number of hung units as this may cause the whole system or parts of it to fall down. Refer to chapter 9. Maximum stacking information  Ignoring this might cause significant damage to the product and serious accidents or...

  • Page 11: Caution

    Figure 4 position of handle and cross recess screw drive 2.3 Caution Before installing the frame to the EVO-LINK-200 series truss mount, please read the frame’s user manual.  The EVO-LINK-200 series truss mount with the frame and the projector attached must be installed only in an environment that is recommended by the projector manufacturer.
  • Page 12 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 Periodic inspections are mandatory  Depending on local laws and regulations owners / users must do periodic inspections of the frame and all components. In case of German regulations this must be done and documented once a year by a qualified and authorised person. Furthermore, for German DGUV V17/V18 is mandatory to revalidate the safety every four years.

  • Page 13: Risk Situations

     Make sure the area under the truss mount is clear and no person is present during installation. Risk of hitting the head with the EVO-LINK-200 series truss mount during the hanging set up process.  Protection objective: Avoid injury from hitting the head.
  • Page 14 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 The fingers or the hand of the user can be caught between the metal plates of the EVO- LINK-200 series while adjusting the image.  Protection objective: Prevent personal injury by using safety gloves.  When the mechanical adjustment is made, the user must always keep his hands away from the area in between the moving parts.

  • Page 15: Scope Of Delivery

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 3. Scope of delivery Note: Please check the delivery for completeness and damage immediately after you receive the shipment. Please contact your vendor in case of missing or damaged parts. The EVO-LINK-200, EVO-LINK-201, EVO-LINK-210 or EVO-LINK-211 are sold separately! They are not sold together in the same box.

  • Page 16: Evo-Link-201

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 3.2 EVO-LINK-201 EVO-LINK-201  Used for frame installation  Number of units: 1  Weight: 4,4 kg / 9,70 lbs  Permanently mounted four M6 screws and four M8 screws User manual and installation guide for EVO-LINK-200 series 20.01.2022...

  • Page 17: Evo-Link-210

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 3.3 EVO-LINK-210 EVO-LINK-210  Used for frame installation  Number of units: 1  Weight: 5,0 kg / 11,023 lbs  Permanently mounted four M6 screws and four M8 screws User manual and installation guide for EVO-LINK-200 series 20.01.2022...

  • Page 18: Evo-Link-211

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 3.4 EVO-LINK-211 EVO-LINK-211  Used for frame installation  Number of units: 1  Weight: 6,3 kg / 13,88 lbs  Permanently mounted four M6 screws and four M8 screws User manual and installation guide for EVO-LINK-200 series 20.01.2022...

  • Page 19: Overview Of Model Numbers And Compatibility

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 4. Overview of model numbers and compatibility 4.1 EVO-LINK-200 series designations European market Non-European market Manufacturer m.no.: EVO-LINK-200 Manufacturer m.no.: EVO-LINK-200-US Panasonic EU m.no.: ET-LINK200 Panasonic USA m.no.: ET-PFD065TMS2 Epson m.no.: TBD Epson m.no.: TBD Manufacturer m.no.: EVO-LINK-201...

  • Page 20: Compatible Frames For Evo-Link-200 Series

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 4.2 Compatible frames for EVO-LINK-200 series European market Non-European market Manufacturer m.no.: FRAME-EVO-P10 Manufacturer m.no.: FRAME-EVO-P10-US Panasonic EU m.no.: ET-RFD40 Panasonic USA m.no.: ET-PFD365 Manufacturer m.no.: FRAME-EVO-P14 Manufacturer m.no.: FRAME-EVO-P14-US Panasonic EU m.no.: ET-RFD50 Panasonic USA m.no.: ET-PFD465 Manufacturer m.no.: FRAME-EVO-P20...

  • Page 21: Optional Accessories

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 5. Optional accessories FRAME-PF-UNI-PORAD Portrait Adapter for Projector Frames Optional accessory for portrait mode truss mount installations. Does include EVO-LINK-200 series product. More information can be found in the FRAME-PF-UNI-PORAD installation manual. FRAME-PF-UNI-PORAD-L Portrait Adapter for large Projector Frames Optional accessory for portrait mode truss mount installations.
  • Page 22 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 EVO-LINK SK The EVO-LINK Safety Kit consists of two rigging slings with steel cable insert and two shackles. The optional accessories must be purchased separately. They are not included in the standard package! Make sure to not exceed max. weight loads.

  • Page 23: Description Of The Product

    6. Description of the product 6.1 Intended use The EVO-LINK-200 series is a series of truss mounting products that are used to attach a projector rigging frame to a truss. They offer possibilities to adjust the projector rigging frame. The EVO-LINK-200 series products are intended for use by fully qualified, trained and competent persons to provide safe and secure installation and adjustment of projectors.

  • Page 24: Evo-Link-200 Series And The Evo Frame Series

    7.1 Attaching to the frame Figure 6 Downside of a frame with mounting points marked EVO-LINK-200 series mounts have four M6 and four M8 screws to fix it to the projector frame. All four M6 or all M8 screws have to be used.
  • Page 25 9. Maximum stacking information. Do not exceed the given number of maximum frames Do not exceed the maximum load limit of 200kg for EVO-LINK-200 series. Make sure you tighten all of the four screws with the correct torque Torque: M8: 25±0.5 Nm...
  • Page 26 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 Please consult the local laws or regulations regarding the additional safety of hanging equipment. For further information regarding an appropriate rigging sling with steel cable insert and shackle please contact us. Insufficient load capacity of the supporting structure may lead to certain parts or the entire system to fall down.

  • Page 27: Mounting The Evo-Link-200 Or Evo-Link-201 To A Truss

    Version 1.2 7.2 Mounting the EVO-LINK-200 or EVO-LINK-201 to a truss The EVO-LINK-200 series and the used clamps are made for installing on 48-51mm diameter pipe structures. Do not try to use it with other dimensioned structures Figure 8 Mounting EVO-LINK-200 or -201 to a truss Step 1: Carefully move the truss mount with the frame attached towards the truss.
  • Page 28 Step 2: When the truss mount with the frame is in the desired position, turn the wing nut clockwise to secure your set-up. Please tighten the wing nut until the EVO-LINK-200 series and the frame are not oscillating and are in a safe position. The clamp needs to be attached firmly, but not so firmly as to damage a pipe or truss tube.
  • Page 29 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 2 sets of rigging sling with shackle Figure 11 securing the truss mount using EVO-LINK Safety Kit 20.01.2022 Page 28 of 43...

  • Page 30: Mounting The Evo-Link-210 Or Evo-Link-211 To A Truss

    Version 1.2 7.3 Mounting the EVO-LINK-210 or EVO-LINK-211 to a truss The EVO-LINK-200 series and the used clamps are made for installing on 48-51mm diameter pipe structures. Do not try to use it with other dimensioned structures The two self-lock hook clamps on the EVO-LINK-210 and EVO-LINK-211 cross beam can be adjusted in a range of 124 mm (4,88 in).
  • Page 31 The clamps need to be attached firmly, but not so firmly as to damage a pipe or truss tube. Always install the EVO-LINK-200 series in a vertical hanging position! Figure 15 Only installation in vertical hanging position 20.01.2022...
  • Page 32 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 Always secure the frame using appropriate rigging slings with steel cable insert and shackles. Make sure they are chosen correctly regarding strength, format and length. Make sure the rigging slings and the shackles are strong enough for the load and the dynamic force when the load falls into the rigging slings and shackles.

  • Page 33: Adjustment Options

    8.1 Rough adjustment Figure 17 Rough adjustment By loosening the handle, one can adjust the EVO-Link-200 series freely, in the pitch and/or roll directions, with an angle of ± 25 degrees. Also, the entire set-up can be rotated 360 degrees around the Z axis.

  • Page 34: Fine Adjustment (Only Evo-Link-201 And Evo-Link-211)

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 When the desired position is reached, please tighten the handle hand-tight to keep the set- up in that position. If there is need to tighten the handle more, it is possible to lift the handle a little bit and turn it counter clock wise.

  • Page 35: Maximum Stacking Information

    Please refer to the tables below to confirm proper usage. Do not exceed the maximum number of stacked frames that are presented in the table below. Do not exceed the maximum load limit of 200kg for EVO-LINK-200 series. With FRAME-EVO-P10 3 frames...
  • Page 36 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 With FRAME-EVO-P20 or FRAME-EVO-P30 or FRAME-EVO-P31H 1 frame 2 frames With FRAME-EVO-E10 1 frame 2 frames 3 frames 20.01.2022 Page 35 of 43...
  • Page 37 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 With FRAME-EVO-E20 1 frame 2 frames 20.01.2022 Page 36 of 43...

  • Page 38: System Maintenance And Inspection Re-Examination

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 10. System maintenance and inspection Re-examination For the EVO-LINK-200 series truss mount a visual inspection must be done prior to every installation in which the system is involved. The inspection must be done by a qualified person! Periodic inspections are mandatory.

  • Page 39: Mounting Screws

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 10.1 Mounting screws Please make a visual inspection to be sure that all the M6 and M8 screws and corresponding washers are in the right place and none are missing. Make sure they are not damaged in any way such as bended or abrasion at the screw tread Make sure that the screws, wing nuts, metal plate and all other components are not bended, damaged, or broken.

  • Page 40: Screws M12 Attaching The Clamps

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 10.2 Screws M12 attaching the clamps Make sure that the M12 screws, washer and safety nuts are not missing or damaged (see Figure 21). Figure 21 M12 screws at EVO-LINK-201 and -211  Make sure that the truss clamp has no damage and that it is securely tighten to the whole truss mount.

  • Page 41: Disposal Of Components

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 11. Disposal of components 11.1 Metal parts and packaging All metal parts and packaging can be recycled. 11.2 Disposal of entire devices You have the possibility to send old devices back to us. Please note that you have to take over the transportation costs for this.

  • Page 42: Declaration Of Conformity

    Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 12. Declaration of Conformity 20.01.2022 Page 41 of 43...
  • Page 43 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 20.01.2022 Page 42 of 43...
  • Page 44 Manual EVO-LINK-200 series Version 1.2 Imprint EXACT solutions GmbH Lustheide 85 51427 Bergisch Gladbach GERMANY Tel.: +49 2204 9485 30 E-Mail: info@exactsolutions.de Web: www.exactsolutions.de 20.01.2022 Page 43 of 43...

This manual is also suitable for:

Evo-link-210Evo-link-211Evo-link-200Evo-link-201

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