Da-Lite ASCENDER ELECTROL User manual

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INSTALLATION
1. The Ascender screen must be installed on a flat, level surface.
2. Refer to the chart below for minimum overhead clearance required to raise the screen.
Diagonal Screen Size Extended Height
VIDEO
100" 94"
120" 104"
150" 121"
180" 139"
200" 149"
HDTV
106" 86"
119" 92"
133" 99"
159" 112"
3. Refer to figure 1 for electrical connections. Wiring designated as external is to be completed by installer
conforming to local and national codes.
4. Remove packing paper from fabric roller. DO NOT use a knife or sharp object to remove the paper.
CAUTION!
The arms of the screen are under high spring tension.
Do not stand over the screen while it is operating.
Do not sit, stand, or put anything on the screen case door.
The case door activates a safety switch inside the screen case. If you attempt to raise the screen while something is holding
the door shut, the motor will reverse and retract the screen. The door must be fully closed to activate this switch. Be sure
there is nothing holding the door ajar.
1. The Ascender screen can be operated by the included wall switch or by optional remote controls (IR or RF).
2. To raise the screen, simply push and release the wall switch. The screen will stop at its preset position. If you push
the switch a second time while it is rising, the screen will stop. By pushing the switch a third time the screen will
retract and close.
3. To lower the screen from the fully up position, press and release the wall switch and the screen will retract and
close.
4. Test the screen by running it up and down a few times. Be prepared to stop the screen if needed.
NOTE: Excessive continuous operation may cause overheating. If this happens, the motor will shut off until it cools to normal
operating temperature.
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SCREEN OPERATION

The screen stop positions are preset at the factory. Should it be necessary to adjust for more or less travel proceed as
follows. Refer to figure 2.
TO INCREASE SCREEN HEIGHT
1. Turn the white limit adjuster counterclockwise one-quarter turn at a time. Run the screen down about one foot and
then back up to test the stop position. Repeat until the desired position is set.
NOTE: Do not adjust for more height than what was ordered. Adjusting too high may cause the arms to lock and not retract
properly. There must be at least 1-1/2 wraps of fabric on the roller at all times.
TO DECREASE SCREEN HEIGHT
1. Turn white limit adjuster clockwise one-quarter turn at a time. Run the screen up to test the stop position. Lower
the screen about one foot and turn limit adjuster again. Repeat until the desired position is set.
TO ADJUST THE DOWN POSITION
1. Raise the screen about one foot and stop. Turn the yellow limit adjuster counterclockwise one-quarter turn to
increase the down travel.
NOTE: Do not adjust the screen down too far. This will strain the motor and screen. The lid of the box should just close when
the motor stops.
1. Turn the yellow limit adjuster clockwise one-quarter turn at a time to decrease the amount of down travel. Run the
screen down to test the stop position. Repeat until the desired position is set.
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SCREEN ADJUSTMENT
The Ascender screen can be adjusted to reduce keystoning of the video image.
This procedure requires two people. One to hold the arms and another to make the adjustments.
1. Raise the screen to the fully extended position.
2. Loosen the two lock nuts on the end of one arm. See figure 3.
3. Turn the adjusting nut and carefully push the arm in the required direction.
4. Tighten the lock nuts.
5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 for the other arm.
NOTE: Make sure that the screen surface does not rub against the edge of the case.
KEYSTONE ADJUSTMENT
WHITE LIMIT ADJUSTER
YELLOW LIMIT ADJUSTER
ADJUSTING NUT
LOCK NUTS
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3

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FIGURE 1
ASCENDER INSTALLATION
LOW VOLTAGE
CONTROL
RED - UP
BLACK - DOWN
BLACK (HOT)
WHITE (COMMON)
GREEN
OPTIONAL IR REMOTE
INPUT
COMMON
PUSH BUTTON
WALL SWITCH
SPST
MOMENTARY CONTACT
WHITE - COMMON
OPTIONAL RF REMOTE
INPUT
DOOR SAFETY SWITCH
EXTERNAL WIRING
120V 60 HZ 2.1 AMP
EXTERNAL WIRING
240 V 50 HZ 2.1 AMP
MOTOR
FIGURE 1
MOTOR
BLACK - UP
BROWN - DOWN
GREEN
BLUE - COMMON LOW VOLTAGE
CONTROL
OPTIONAL IR REMOTE
INPUT
OPTIONAL RF REMOTE
INPUT
DOOR SAFETY SWITCH
PUSH BUTTON
WALL SWITCH
SPST
MOMENTARY CONTACT
BROWN (HOT)
BLUE (COMMON)
COMMON

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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
1. Screen will not operate or will
not go “down”.
Motor does not hum.
Motor hums.
2. Screen will not move “up”
Motor does not hum
Motor hums.
CAUSE
(a) Blown fuse.
(b) Tripped circuit breaker.
(c) No power to operating switch
or junction.
Power at junction box
(d) Thermal overload tripped.
(e) Broken wire in the “down”
position.
(f) Defective motor, limit switch
or capacitor.
(g) Temporary binding.
(h) Capacitor burned out.
(a) Blown fuse.
(b) Tripped circuit breaker.
(c) No power to operating switch
or junction.
Power at junction box
(d) Thermal overload tripped.
(e) Broken wire in the “up”
position.
(f) Defective motor, limit switch
or capacitor.
(g) Temporary binding.
(h) Capacitor burned out.
SOLUTION
(a) Replace fuse.
(b) Reset circuit breaker.
(c) Check above. Tighten all loose
wire connections. Correct any
improper connections.
“Down” Position
Check for power across black
and white leads.
(d) Let motor cool down for 15
minutes. Try again.
(e) Check for continuity. Cut off old
splice and reconnect.
(f) Replace motor assembly.
NOTE: Motor is a sealed assembly.
(g) With power “off”, turn roller by
hand to free binding.
(h) Replace motor assembly.
(a) Replace fuse.
(b) Reset circuit breaker.
(c) Check above. Tighten all loose
wire connections. Correct any
improper connections.
“Up” Position
Check for power across red and
white leads.
(d) Let motor cool down for 15
minutes. Try again.
(e) Check for continuity. Cut off old
splice and reconnect.
(f) Replace motor assembly.
NOTE: Motor is a sealed assembly.
(g) With power “off”, turn roller by
hand to free binding.
(h) Replace motor assembly.

Printed in U.S.A. 85267 10/99
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM
3. Incorrect stopping position in
downward direction.
4. Incorrect stopping position in
upward direction.
5. Noise.
NOTE: Screen will operate with a
low pitched hum.
6. Coasting.
7. Roller displaced from mounting
bracket.
CAUSE
(a) Lost roller wrap.
(b) “Down” limit switch out of
adjustment
(a) Lost roller wrap.
(b) “Up” limit switch out of
adjustment
(a) Squeaking rubber end plug
rubbing on motor.
(b) Grinding due to foreign object in
screen rubbing on roller or fabric.
(c) Gear noise.
(a) Defective brake.
(a) Pin end slipped out of nylon
bearing.
SOLUTION
(a) See instructions below.
(b) See installation instructions.
(a) See instructions below.
(b) Adjust “up” limit switch. Turn
clockwise to expose more fabric.
See installation instructions
(a) Adjust roller to center of case.
(b) Remove foreign object.
(c) Replace motor assembly.
(a) Replace motor assembly.
(a) Remove pin end mounting.
Re-align motor in tube. Re-attach
pin end.
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON DA-LITE PROJECTION SCREENS
Da-Lite Screen Company, Inc. warrants its screens 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 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 MERCHANTABILITY. Any implied warranties of fitness for use, or merchantability, that may
be mandated by statue 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 Screen, you may contact our Customer
Service Department at P.O. Box 137, Warsaw, Indiana 46581-0137 (219/267-8101) Toll Free (800/622-3737).
IMPORTANT: THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT BE VALID AND DA-LITE SHALL NOT BE BOUND BY THIS WAR-
RANTY 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.

INSTRUCTION BOOK FOR
ASCENDER ELECTROL®
DA-LITE SCREEN COMPANY, INC.
3100 North Detroit Street
Post Office Box 137
Warsaw, Indiana 46581-0137
Phone: [phone]
800-622-3737
Fax: [phone]
http:// www.da-lite.com
e-mail: [email protected]