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T O THE INST ALLER : B E SURE TO LEA VE THIS MANUAL WITH THE OWNER . MB/C-1 101 Model B & Model C Electriscr eens T o the Owner Installation Instructions Operating the Screen Maintenance OWNER’S MANUAL[...]
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Printed in U.S.A. ©2001 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation.[...]
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Contents T o The Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Preparing The Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Step 1. Hanging The Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Step 2. Electrical Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Operating Th[...]
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Congratulations on your purchase of the finest optical viewing screen available anywhere in the world! Please take a moment to review this manual, it will help ensure you many years of trouble-free service from your new Stewart Filmscreen product. About your Model B/Model C Series Electriscreen Y our Model B & Model C Electriscreens of fer the [...]
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Preparation Specifications regarding the individual screen dimensions, weight, mounting type, and controls are provided by the factory when the unit is ordered. Before beginning the installation: K Check the specifications for the type of mounting and switch control to be used. K Ensure that the mounting area and electrical connection are prepared.[...]
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Unpacking 1. DO NOT remove the paper hanging from the trapdoor at this time. Y ou should remove it only after the unit is hung, all electrical connections have been made, and the screen is in operation. 2. Remove the batten lock-down screws located on the back side of the case. 4 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation W arning! Failure to remove the batten[...]
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Professional mounting techniques should be adhered to. Stewart Filmscreen Corporation cannot be liable for substandard or faulty installations. Make sure that you mount the screen so that the electrical box is on the left side (audience left). Installing the unit The Model B & Model C Electriscreens are ready to install into the ceiling or soff[...]
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The motor requires standard 120V 60 Hz input (unless an alternate voltage has been specified). All connections are made to the electrical box on the side of the unit (audience left). There are several kinds of switch controls available. Follow the installation procedure for the type of switch control you will install. General suggestions for wiring[...]
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Installing the low-voltage 3-button switch (standard) The Stewart Filmscreen low-voltage control allows the use of low-voltage wire to connect to the supplied 3-position 24V momentary wall switch. Preparing the connection Before making the electrical connections, you need: K An available 120V AC constant power source K A 4-conductor switch hook-up [...]
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Use the 3-button switch or outboard switching network to control the screen. When you lower or retract the screen, it will stop at its preset limit. If an obstacle (such as a person or furniture) gets in the path of the screen as it is lowered, you should use the switch control to stop the screen's motion; it will not automatically stop if it [...]
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Model B & Model C Electriscreens: Owner ’ s Manual 9 The extension and retraction limits have been preset at the factory . In general, we advise you to avoid readjusting these limits. In some cases, to enable proper alignment of the displayed image on the screen, you may need to adjust the extension of the screen. If adjustment to the extensi[...]
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10 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation Modifying the extension of the screen Y ou can increase the extension of the screen up to 3" past the factory preset stop, or you can decrease the extension by approximately 4-6" from the factory preset stop. Do not attempt to modify the screen extension beyond these recommended amounts. The thumbwheels a[...]
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Model B & Model C Electriscreens: Owner ’ s Manual 11 With reasonable care, you may expect many years of trouble-free use of your Stewart projection screen. We encourage you to keep your screen clean. T o protect your screen when it is not in use, store it in the fully retracted position. Avoid getting any foreign material on the screen, as c[...]
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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. 12 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation T ROUBLE[...]
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M AINTENANCE N O TES[...]
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www .stewartfilm.com 1-800-762-4999 K Fax (310) 326-6870[...]