Da-Lite ADVANTAGE ELECTROL User manual

DA-LITE SCREEN COMPANY, INC.
3100 North Detroit Street
Post Office Box 137
Warsaw, Indiana 46581-0137
Phone: [phone]
800-622-3737
Fax: [phone]
Toll Free Fax: [phone]
www.da-lite.com
e-mail: [email protected]
Instruction Book for
ADVANTAGE® ELECTROL®
The Da-Lite Difference.

If your screen was shipped with the motor and roller already installed, proceed to step 6.
1. Remove access door. First, remove the 2 screws from the ends. Be sure to support the door during this
step to avoid injury. Then lift the door slightly and pull away from the edge of the case.
2. Carefully unpack screen and roller assembly. Leave packing paper on roller.
3. To install screen and roller assembly, insert the motor end into the motor mount bracket as shown in Fig. 1.
4. Loosen (but do not remove) two 1/4-20 nuts securing pin end bracket (stage left) to the case housing. Slide the
bracket towards the end of the case. Insert the motor end square shaft into the motor end bracket and secure with
the clip. Insert the tip of the roller pin into the bracket and position. Tighten the 1/4-20 nuts securely.
5. Complete electrical hook-up by snapping motor wire connector into case connector.
6. Carefully remove paper and tape from roller assembly. DO NOT use a knife or sharp object to cut tape; you will
damage the screen. Pull orange string.
7. Test installation by running screen up and down a few times. Be prepared to stop screen. Standard Duty Cycle: 1
MIN. ON / 3 MIN. OFF.
8. Re-install access door. Procedure is reverse of removal (step 1).
1. Remove 2 screws to open junction box.
2. Hang case and attach to support structure with bolts. See suggested methods of installation on page 5.
3. Tighten bolts until trim flange is flush with ceiling.
NOTE: For proper operation, screen assembly must be level after installation.
4. Install electrical connections that applies to your unit. Make sure to review the wiring diagram for proper hook up.
NOTE: Must be installed in accordance with the requirements of the Local Building Codes, the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC),
CAN/CSA C22.1 and the National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA 70.
5. Replace junction box cover and secure with 2 screws.
PRE-INSTALLATION
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1. Carefully unpack case from shipping carton. DO NOT unpack fabric and roller assembly yet.
2. Make sure to recheck measurement of case for proper installation clearance.
3. Remove any protective foam or tape from case.
SCREEN AND ROLLER ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
CASE INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your video equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
1. Read and understand all instructions before using.
2. Position the cord so that it will not be tripped over, pulled, or contact hot surfaces.
3. If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a current rating at least equal to that of the appliance
should be used. Cords rated for less amperage than the appliance may overheat.
4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this appliance. Contact an authorized
service dealer when repair work is required. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when
the appliance is used subsequently.
5. The use of an accessory attachment not recommended by the manufacturer may cause a risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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ADVANTAGE® ELECTROL® INSTALLATION
7-3/4"
6-1/16" 3/8" THREADED ROD
(NOT INCLUDED)
ATTACHED TO
MOUNTING BRACKET
SELF-TRIMMING
FLANGE
6-3/8"
7-3/4"
FINISHED
CEILING
8"
6.42"
3/8" THREADED ROD
(NOT SUPPLIED)
HANGER BRACKET
SEE DETAIL A
7.75"
DETAIL A
7.95"
3.41"
ELECTRICAL
JUNCTION BOX
MOTOR END
VARIABLE POSITION
MOUNTING BRACKET
AUDIENCE
SIDE
6-1/16"
6-7/16"

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ADVANTAGE® ELECTROL® INSTALLATION FOR 120V SCREENS
UP
OFF
DOWN
THIS SWITCH CAN NOT
BE USED WITH LVC.
120V WIRING DIAGRAM FOR
STANDARD WALL SWITCH
SPDT SWITCH WITH
CENTER OFF
AC (COMMON)
AC HOT 120VAC 60HZ 1 AMP
BLACK/YELLOW
BLACK
RED
WHITE RED (UP) BLACK (DOWN)
JUNCTION BOX
LOCATED IN
LEFT ENDCAP WHITE
RED
BLACK
GREEN
MOTOR
NOTE: A SINGLE SWITCH CANNOT BE
USED TO OPERATE MORE THAN
ONE SCREEN. CONTACT THE
FACTORY FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION.
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
120V WIRING DIAGRAM WITH
OPTIONAL BUILT-IN VIDEO
PROJECTOR INTERFACE
5/12 VOLT SCREEN
TRIGGER ON PROJECTOR
CAUTION: THE PROJECTOR MUST BE TURNED OFF BEFORE CONNECTING THE TRIGGER
WIRES TO THE PROJECTOR. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER.
Use 2-conductor 20-24 gauge wire to extend the low voltage connection from
the projector’s 5 or 12-volt screen trigger output to the length required to reach
the VPI. When extending the low voltage connection from the projector’s screen
trigger output polarity does not matter. The red and black wires from the VPI are
interchangeable.
GROUND–MUST BE CONNECTED
TO BUILDING GROUND
UP
STOP
DOWN
POWER INPUT 120VAC / 60HZ
GREEN (GROUND)
BLACK (HOT)
WHITE (COMMON)
POWER
WIRE
DATA
CABLE
RJ-45
JACK
RJ-45
RECEPTACLE
RJ-22 OUTPUT
RJ-22 JACK
RJ-22
INPUTS
RJ-22
JACK
LED
UP LIMIT
TACTILE
BUTTON
DOWN
LIMIT
TACTILE
BUTTON
FRONT OF
WALL SWITCH
BACK OF
WALL SWITCH
DRY CONTACTS
UP (RED)
DOWN (BLACK)
COMMON
(WHITE)
BLACK
RED
VPI TRIGGER
MODULE
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The wall switch is REQUIRED to make any limit switch adjustments,
EVEN if a third party control system is used. Therefore, it is advised to
wire the switch or provide a 3-conductor connection that is accessible.

FIGURE 5
120V WIRING DIAGRAM
WITH OPTIONAL BUILT-IN
LOW VOLTAGE CONTROL
GROUND–MUST BE
CONNECTED TO
BUILDING GROUND
RJ-14 PIN-OUTS
(TAB IS FACING UP)
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The wall switch is REQUIRED to make any limit switch
adjustments, EVEN if a third party control system is
used. Therefore, it is advised to wire the switch or
provide a 3-conductor connection that is accessible.
UP
STOP
DOWN
POWER INPUT 120VAC / 60HZ
GREEN (GROUND)
BLACK (HOT)
WHITE (COMMON)
POWER WIRE
DATA
CABLE
RJ-45 JACK
RJ-45
RECEPTACLE
RJ-22
OUTPUT
RJ-22
JACK
RJ-22
INPUTS
RJ-22
JACK
LED
UP LIMIT
TACTILE BUTTON
DOWN LIMIT
TACTILE BUTTON
FRONT OF
WALL SWITCH
BACK OF
WALL SWITCH
RJ-22 PIN-OUTS
(TAB IS FACING UP)
RJ-45 PIN-OUTS
(TAB IS FACING UP)
Standard RJ-22 can be used in place of RJ-14Supplied RJ-14 cable
BLUE
YELLOW
GREEN
RED
BLACK
WHITE
+12V
BUS (RP DATA)
RQ DATA
+5V
GND
RQ CLOCK
BUS (RP DATA)
RQ DATA
+5V
GND
WHITE
GREEN
RED
BLACK
BLUE
YELLOW
GREEN
RED
BLACK
ORANGE
BROWN
PURPLE
+12V
BUS (RP DATA)
RQ DATA
+5V
GND
RQ CLOCK
MANUAL 1
MANUAL 2
DRY CONTACTS
UP (RED)
DOWN (BLACK)
COM (WHITE)
ADVANTAGE® ELECTROL® INSTALLATION FOR 120V SCREENS
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LOW-VOLTAGE WALL SWITCH
OPTIONAL IR AND RF
REMOTE CONTROL
MOTOR
BLUE (COMMON)
BROWN (HOT)
GREEN
GROUND TO CASE
240VAC 50HZ
240V WIRING DIAGRAM
WITH OPTIONAL BUILT-IN
LOW VOLTAGE CONTROL
RJ9
UP
STOP
DOWN
GROUND–MUST BE
CONNECTED TO
BUILDING GROUND
RJ9
GREEN
FRONT BACK
UP DN GND +5V
3-POSITION
SWITCH RJ9
ILT RJ9 PIN-OUTS
(TAB IS FACING UP)
IR or UP BLACK
GND COMMON RED
+5V GREEN
DN or DATA WHITE
DRY CONTACTS
SPLITTER
UP +5V COM DN
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FIGURE 6
FIGURE 8
ADVANTAGE® ELECTROL® INSTALLATION FOR 220/240V SCREENS
240V WIRING DIAGRAM WITH
OPTIONAL BUILT-IN VIDEO
PROJECTOR INTERFACE
FIGURE 7
GREEN/YELLOW (GROUND)
BROWN (DOWN)
BLUE (COMMON)
BLACK (UP)
240VOLT AC/ 50HZ
POWER SOURCE
BROWN (HOT)
BLUE (COMMON)
GREEN/YELLOW (GROUND)
BLACK
RED
5/12 VOLT SCREEN
TRIGGER ON PROJECTOR
RED
BLACK
WHITE
IMPORTANT NOTE: The wall switch is REQUIRED to make any limit
switch adjustments, EVEN if a third party control
system is used. Therefore, it is advised to wire the
switch or provide a 4-conductor connection that is
accessible.
CAUTION: THE PROJECTOR MUST BE TURNED OFF BEFORE CONNECTING THE TRIGGER WIRES TO THE PROJECTOR. FAILURE
TO DO SO MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROLLER.
1. Use 2-conductor 20-24 gauge wire to extend the low voltage connection from the projector’s 5 or 12-volt screen
trigger output to the length required to reach the VPI. When extending the low voltage connection from the
projector’s screen trigger output, be sure to maintain the proper polarity. The red wire from the VPI is the “signal”
and the black wire from the VPI is the “ground”.
2. Connect the wires from the VPI that are labeled “Low Voltage Connection” to the end of the extended screen
trigger wires above.
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FRONT OF
WALL SWITCH
BACK OF WALL
SWITCH
UP
STOP
DOWN
240 VOLT WIRING DIAGRAM FOR STANDARD
WALL SWITCH:
Da-Lite offers two styles of 240 volt wall
switches for standard operation. Please see
wiring diagram included in wall switch box
included with screen.

Surface travel is stopped automatically in the fully opened and closed positions by limit switches that are properly
adjusted at Da-Lite. Should it be necessary to adjust for more or less drop of picture, proceed in the following manner:
Remove two screws to remove access door.
NOTE: Use a screw driver or 5/32" Allen wrench to make adjustments.
MORE SCREEN DROP
1. Place operating switch in “down” position.
2. When the screen stops, turn the white “down” limit knob (Fig.1) one turn counterclockwise. Test by raising picture
surface approximately two feet, then lower again. Repeat until desired picture surface position is attained.
LESS SCREEN DROP
1. Raise picture surface approximately
two feet above desired level.
2. Place operating switch in “off”
position.
3. Turn the white “down” limit knob
(Fig. 1) one turn clockwise. Test by
raising picture surface
approximately two feet, then lower
again. Repeat until desired picture
surface position is attained.
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SCREEN ADJUSTMENT FOR 120V SCREENS WITHOUT BUILT-IN LOW VOLTAGE CONTROL
MOTOR MOUNT
BRACKET
MOTOR
MOTOR POWER
CONNECTOR
FIGURE 1
BLACK ADJUSTMENT
KNOB “UP”
WHITE ADJUSTMENT
KNOB “DOWN”
Surface travel is stopped automatically in the fully opened and closed positions by limit switches that are properly
adjusted at Da-Lite. Should it be necessary to adjust for more or less drop of picture, proceed in the following manner:
NOTE: Use a screw driver or 5/32" Allen wrench to make adjustments.
MORE SCREEN DROP
1. Place operating switch in “down” position.
2. When the screen stops, turn the white “down” limit knob (Fig.2) one turn counterclockwise. Test by raising picture
surface approximately two feet, then lower again. Repeat until desired picture surface position is attained.
LESS SCREEN DROP
1. Raise picture surface approximately
two feet above desired level.
2. Place operating switch in “off”
position.
3. Turn the white “down” limit knob
(Fig. 2) one turn clockwise. Test by
raising picture surface
approximately two feet, then lower
again. Repeat until desired picture
surface position is attained.
SCREEN ADJUSTMENT FOR 220/240V SCREENS WITHOUT BUILT-IN LOW VOLTAGE CONTROL
MOTOR MOUNT
BRACKET
MOTOR
MOTOR POWER
CONNECTOR
FIGURE 2
RED ADJUSTMENT KNOB
“UP”
WHITE ADJUSTMENT
KNOB “DOWN”

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SCREEN ADJUSTMENT FOR 120V SCREENS WITH A BUILT-IN LOW VOLTAGE CONTROL OR VPI
1. Remove the cover plate from the 3-button wall switch and remove the switch from the junction box.
2. Locate small 3-position switch on back of wall switch. See Figure 5 for 120V screens or Figure 8 for 220/240V
screens.
3. To adjust the down limit switch, slide the 3-position switch to the down position. Press and hold the down button
to run the screen down to the desired stop position. Release the button to stop the screen. DO NOT PUSH THE
STOP BUTTON.
4. When the screen is in the desired down position, slide the 3-position switch to the off (center) position. The down
limit switch is now set.
5. To adjust the up limit switch, slide the 3-position switch to the up position. Press and hold the up button to run the
screen up to the desired stop position. Release the button to stop the screen. DO NOT PUSH THE STOP BUTTON.
6. When the screen is in the desired up position, slide the 3-position switch to the off (center) position. The up limit
switch is now set.
7. To test limit switch setting, make sure the 3-position switch is in the off (center) position. Press and release the up
or down button on the wall switch to operate the screen.
8. Replace switch and cover plate on the wall.
NOTE: If stop button is pressed, the wall switch will reverse direction. To correct this, press the stop button again. This
will reset the switch. You will have to re-set both the up and the down limit settings.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The wall switch is REQUIRED to make any limit switch adjustments, EVEN if a third party control
system is used. Therefore, it is advised to wire the switch or provide a 4-conductor connection that is
accessible.
SCREEN ADJUSTMENT FOR 220V/240V SCREENS WITH A BUILT-IN LOW VOLTAGE CONTROL
1. Locate the wall switch and remove the cover plate from the 3-button wall switch and remove the switch from the
junction box.
2. Locate the two tactile buttons on the back of the switch. They are square silver with black round buttons. See
Figure 4 (VPI) or Figure 5 (LVC) for diagram.
3. To adjust the down limit switch, press and hold the down tactile button until the LED on back of switch turns solid
red. This will put the motor in limit set mode. Turn the wall switch over and use the down button on front of
switch. Press and hold until the desired travel position is reached. If you travel to far down you can press the up to
move the screen upward. If you press and let go of either up or down button the motor will do a small jog in that
direction for finer adjustment of screen. Once desired position is reached turn switch over press and hold down
tactile button until the LED on back of switch blinks red twice. The down limit is now set.
4. To adjust the up limit switch, press and hold the up tactile button until the LED on back of switch turns solid green.
This will put the motor in limit set mode. Turn the wall switch over and use the up button on front of switch. Press
and hold until the desired travel position is reached. If you travel to far up you can press the down to move the
screen downward. If you press and let go of either up or down button the motor will do a small jog in that direction
for finer adjustment of screen. Once desired position is reached turn switch over press and hold up tactile button
until the LED on back of switch blinks green twice. The up limit is now set.
5. To test limit switch setting, press and release the up or down button on the wall switch to operate the screen.
6. Replace switch and cover plate on the wall.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The wall switch is REQUIRED to make any limit switch adjustments, EVEN if a third party control
system is used. Therefore, it is advised to wire the switch or provide a 3-conductor connection that is
accessible.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
1. Screen will not operate.
Motor does not hum.
2. Screen does not stop at correct
position.
3. Noise.
NOTE: Screen will operate with a
low-pitched hum.
4. Coasting.
5. Fabric hangs crooked.
CAUSE
(a) Incorrect line voltage.
(b) Blown fuse.
(c) Tripped circuit breaker.
(d) No power to operating switch
or junction.
Power at junction box
(e) Thermal overload tripped.
(f) Broken wire in the “down” or “up”
position.
(g) Defective motor, limit switch or
capacitor.
(h) Capacitor burned out.
(a) Limit switch out of adjustment.
(a) Squeaking, rubber end plug
rubbing on motor.
(b) Grinding. Foreign object in screen
rubbing on roller or fabric.
(c) Gear noise.
(a) Defective brake.
(a) Screen not installed properly.
(b) Fabric has backed up inside case.
(c) Fabric is damaged.
SOLUTION
(a) Verify 115-125V (or 220-240V). If
insufficient voltage, rewire
incoming electric line.
(b) Replace fuse.
(c) Reset circuit breaker.
(d) Check above. Tighten all loose
wire connections. Correct any
improper connections.
“Down” Position
Check for power across black
and white leads.
“Up” Position
Check for power across red
and white leads.
(e) Let motor cool down for 15
minutes. Try again.
(f) Check for continuity. Cut off old
splice and reconnect.
(g) Replace motor assembly.
NOTE: Motor is a sealed assembly.
(h) Replace motor assembly.
(a) See Screen Adjustment section.
(a) Center roller in case.
(b) Remove.
(c) Replace motor assembly.
(a) Replace motor assembly.
(a) Check for level and plumb.
(b) Adjust “down” limit switch slowly
until roller is exposed and wrinkle
comes out, then readjust for
proper drop.
(c) Replace fabric.

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LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ON DA-LITE PRESENTATION PRODUCTS
Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc. warrants its products to the original purchaser only, to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by
the original purchaser provided they are properly operated according to Da-Lite’s instructions and
are not damaged due to improper handling or treatment after shipment from the factory.
This warranty does not apply to equipment showing evidence of misuse, abuse or accidental
damage, or which has been tampered with or repaired by a person other than authorized Da-Lite
personnel.
Da-Lite’s sole obligation under this warranty shall be to repair or to replace (at Da-Lite’s option)
the defective part of the merchandise. Returns for service should be made to your Da-Lite dealer.
If it is necessary for the dealer to return the screen or part to Da-Lite, transportation expenses
to and from Da-Lite are payable by the purchaser and Da-Lite is not responsible for damage in
shipment. To protect yourself against damage or loss in transit, insure the product and prepay all
transportation expenses.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES AS TO FITNESS FOR USE AND MERCHANT ABILITY. Any implied
warranties of fitness for use, or merchantability, that may be mandated by statute or rule of law
are limited to the one (1) year warranty period. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights, which vary from state-to-state. NO LIABILITY IS ASSUMED
FOR EXPENSES OR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INTERRUPTION IN OPERATION OF
EQUIPMENT, OR FOR INCIDENTAL, DIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
NATURE.
In the event that there is a defect in materials or workmanship of a Da-Lite product, you may
contact our Sales Partners at PO Box 137, Warsaw, IN 46581-0137, [phone], [phone].
IMPORTANT: THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT BE VALID AND DA-LITE SHALL NOT BE
BOUND BY THIS WARRANTY IF THE PRODUCT IS NOT OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
DA-LITE’S WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS.
Keep your sales receipt to prove the date of purchase and your original ownership.
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