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AVS—Automatic
Vertical Screen
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Operating the Screen Operating the Screen Operating the Screen
Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance
AVS-1005
TO THE INSTALLER: BE SURE TO LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE OWNER .
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Printed in U.S.A. ©2004, 2005 Stewart Filmscreen Corporation Stewart Filmscreen reserves the right to make changes to the product specified in this document. From time to time, this document is updated. Current versions of documentation are posted on the Stewart Filmscreen website at www.stewartfilm.com.
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AVS—Automatic Vertical Screen OWNER’S MANUAL Contents To the Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Preparing the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Installation and Electrical Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Operating the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Adjusting the Screen Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Screen Care and Cleani
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TO THE OWNER 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 Automatic Vertical Screen (AVS) The AVS screen enclosure is below the image position, and can be concealed in a sideboard, credenza, or in the floor. When the screen is activated, the trap door mechanism automatically opens and
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PREPARING THE INSTALLATION Note: This manual refers to “AC” to represent electrical power. Your location may use 120 V, 220 V or other electrical power. Screen systems are manufactured using the electrical power type specified for the location. Use appropriate power sources for your location. Preparation Specifications regarding the individual screen dimensions, weight, mounting, and controls are provided by the factory when the unit is ordered. Before beginning the installation: Check the sp
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INSTALLATION AND ELECTRICAL HOOK-UP 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. This may cause injury to you or damage to the product. The electrical connection should be made only to the type of power source indicated
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Installing the low-voltage 3-button switch on the wall The Stewart Filmscreen low-voltage control allows the use of Class 2 low- voltage wire to connect to the supplied 3-position momentary wall switch or auxiliary AV switching systems. The switch control plate is connected to the unit’s J-box at the factory. You can use the switch temporarily in this position to test the AC connection. Remove the switch from the J-box and connect it at an appropriate wall location. Note: If an IR option has
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Connecting the Screen Trigger Interface (STI) option The optional low-voltage STI enables operation of the screen in conjunction with a projector, tuner, VCR, cable box, or switched AC outlet. Once the AC power outlet is installed near the screen, an electrician is not needed to connect the screen trigger interface to the power source. Attach the 12 V trigger wire (2 conductor 20-24 gauge) to the jack in the J-box as shown in Figure 4. To Projector or AC power source Optional 12 VDC transformer
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ADJUSTING THE SCREEN EXTENSION The extension and retraction limit switches have been preset at the factory. In general, we advise you to avoid readjusting these switches. In rare cases, to enable proper alignment of the displayed image on the screen, you may need to adjust the extension of a screen. If adjustment to the extension is necessary, carefully follow these instructions. Keep in mind that incorrect adjustment can cause faulty operation. Modifying the extension of the screen It is po
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SCREEN CARE AND CLEANING 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. Avoid getting any foreign material on the screen, as cleaning may prove very difficult. It may not be possible to remove scratches, paint, ink, etc. General maintenance The surface of your screen is delicate. Special attention to these inst
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TROUBLESHOOTING 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. Problem description Probable cause Action to take Screen will not operate. No AC power available. Check to see if the circuit breaker has switched off. Reset if needed. Doo
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