Draper AeroLift 50 User manual

Copyright © 2005 Draper Inc. Form AeroLift50-150_Inst05-R Printed in U.S.A.
Planning
➀Based on screen location and projector specifications, determine proper
position for projector installation.
➁Confirm that there is adequate space for installation and operation.
Minimum clearance above ceiling level varies according to height of
projector, projector mounting bracket, optional ceiling closure and optional
plenum housing.
➂Arrange to provide service access to the unit.
➃Total maximum capacity of AeroLift 50 is 50 lbs.; capacity for AeroLift 150
is 150 lbs. (including closure, projector and bracket).
As Soon As AeroLift Arrives
➀Open carton and inspect for damage.
➁Locate the following parts:
A. The unit itself
B. Controls
C. Any optional equipment
➂ Test lift prior to installation.
Installation/Operating Instructions
AeroLift 50/150 by Draper
Hanging Unit
The AeroLift is provided with four (4) mounting angles for suspending or direct
mounting the unit from above, or direct mounting from the sides. These angles
provide up to 1½" of adjustment (side to side). The unit should be guy wired
or blocked to prevent swinging. All installations should observe the following
guidelines:
➀Installer must ensure that all fasteners and supports are of adequate
strength to securely support AeroLift 50/150 and projector. It is
recommended that hardware structure be able to hold at least four times
the combined weight of the lift, projector, plenum, closure and ceiling
material attached to closure.
➁Fastening methods must be suitable for mounting surface, and securely
anchored so vibration or abusive pulling on unit will not weaken installation.
➂Bottom of unit must be unobstructed after installation. Sufficient clearance
must be allowed below projector or optional ceiling closure.
➃Do not use unit to support adjacent ceiling, light fixtures, etc.
➄Do not complete the ceiling below the unit until electrical connections have
been completed and unit has been operated successfully.
➅Use slots on the projector plate and on the closure to adjust the unit to
ensure proper alignment of ceiling closure relative to ceiling opening.
Electrical Connections
Unit operates on 110-120V, 60 Hz. AC current. The AeroLift 50 and 150 are
shipped closed, with a temporary field connection provided in the form of a
pigtail temporarily wired to the unit. After hanging the unit, make sure power
is off and use this pigtail to temporarily connect the unit to power and to a
switch, so the unit can be lowered to allow access inside.
Caution:
➀Read instructions completely before proceeding. Follow instructions
carefully. Installation contrary to instructions invalidates warranty.
➁Do not obstruct operation of AeroLift 50/150 with fingers or any other
object. Serious injury or damage could result.
➂It is not uncommon to overheat the motor during initial installation when
setting limits. The motor is thermally protected and will stop working.
Once it has cooled to a safe temperature, it will begin operating again.
➃The AeroLift 50 and 150 are designed to accommodate ceiling sus-
pended equipment. Equipment should not be allowed to rest on ceiling
closures during operation (see “Installing Projector”).
➄Entire bottom of unit must be unobstructed to permit proper operation.
➅Unit must be installed level (use a carpenter’s level).
➆Unit operates on 110-120V AC 60 Hz. current.
Note: Unit has been thoroughly inspected and tested at factory and found
to be operating properly prior to shipment.
Please note: Make sure electrical supply has been disconnected before
attempting to connect AeroLift to electricity.
Terminal strip for field connections is located inside a junction box on the end
of the unit. Unit is shipped with internal wiring complete to the terminal strip.
Once the unit has been lowered, turn off power and remove the J-box cover.
The terminal strip is attached to the cover. Disconnect temporary pigtail from
unit, then complete permanent wiring to electricity and to switches. Wire to
connect unit to power supply and to switches should be furnished by installer.
Connections should be made in accordance with wiring diagram, and wiring
should comply with national and local electrical codes. All operating switches
should be “off” before power is connected. AeroLift should be operated and
checked prior to installing projector and/or optional ceiling closure.
Operation
When unit is first operated, be cautious! If unit fails to operate when the switch
is flipped “down”, return switch to “off” and re-check electrical connections
before proceeding. Cycle unit down and up several times to confirm
satisfactory operation.
110-120V Single Station Control—3-position up-off-down switch permits
operation to be stopped at any point. Factory adjusted limit switches
automatically stop AeroLift when fully down or fully up.
110-120V Multiple Station Control—Switches are similar in appearance
to 110-120V Single Station Control. AeroLift stops when switch is released
and may be restarted in either direction. Factory adjusted limit switches
automatically stop AeroLift when up or fully down.
24V Control—Three-button up-stop-down switches stop at any point desired,
operate in any sequence. Factory adjusted limit switches automatically stop
AeroLift when fully up or fully down.
Infrared or Radio Frequency Remote Control—If ordered, a three-button
transmitter is provided, with “up”, “down” and “stop” buttons. Unit starts up or
down when appropriate button is pressed, and may be stopped by pressing
“off” button. Factory set limit switches stop unit automatically when projector is
in “show” position. Multiple Station Control required for this option.
RS232/Ethernet—Serial communication and network communication
optionally available with wall switches, RF or IR remote.
Key Operated Switching — Two kinds of key-operated switches are
optionally available with this unit. ➀ The key-operated power supply switch
controls power to the AeroLift 25 and switches. When it is “off”, the switches
will not operate lift. Key may be removed from the switch in either “on” or “off”
position. ➁ A three-position key switch permits the AeroLift 25 to be operated
directly by key. In this case, the screen’s operator must always have a key.
If you encounter any difficulties installing or servicing your AeroLift
50 or 150, call your dealer or Draper, Inc. in Spiceland, Indiana,
765-987-7999, fax [phone] or e-mail [email protected].
AeroLift Mounting Hole Dimensions
Please Note: As weight is applied to the AeroLift, the projector plate
may shift slightly. If this occurs, use setscrews on bottom of fabric roller
brackets to compensate for shift and level projector plate (see page 3).
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D
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A
B
F
Top ViewSide View
Lift A B C D E F
AeroLift 50 28¼" 15"-13½" 10¾"-12¼" 26½" 26¾" 6¼"-38¼"
AeroLift 150 31¼" 14
3
/ 8 "-17
7
/ 8 "11
5
/ 8 "-13
1
/ 8 " 29½" 29¾" 6¼"-38¼"

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Installing Optional Ceiling Finish Kit
The AeroLift is available with a ceiling finish kit, which consists of the lower
section of the plenum housing (trim frame) and the closure panel.
➀Install AeroLift as previously described in these instructions.
➁Install trim frame in opening. This can be accomplished by suspending with
wire or mounting directly to ceiling joists (if space permits).
➂Install projector and attach optional ceiling closure panel to AeroLift (see
page 3).
Ceiling tile
(by others)
Trim Frame
Holes by
installer
Ceiling Finish Kit
Plenum Housing, Lift and Closure Panel Dimensions
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Lift A B C D E F G H I
AeroLift 50 27½" 22
5
/ 8 "29
3
/ 8 " 22¾"-24¾" 28
3
/ 8 " 30¾" 30½" 28
3
/ 8 " 30¾"
AeroLift 150 27¼" 31¾" 39
5
/ 8 " 24¾"-26¾" 38
3
/ 8 " 40¾" 30¼" 27
7
/ 8 " 30¼"
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Parts List for AeroLift 50/AeroLift 150 Plenum
Item Quantity Part
1 1 Plenum Top Frame
2 2 Plenum End Panel
3 2 Plenum Side Panel
4 1 Plenum Top Panel
5 34 #10-32 x
3
/ 8 " Hex Head Screw with Zinc Washer
6 20 #8-32 Zinc Keps Lock Nut
7 4 ½"-13 x 3½" Zinc Hex Head Screw
8 12 ½"-13 Zinc Hex Grd 2
912
3
/ 16 " ID x 5" OD x
1
/ 16 " tk Flat Washer
10 4 ¼"-20 x 1½" Zinc Hex Head Screw
11 8 ¼" Flat Zinc Washer
12 4 ¼"-20 Zinc Nylon Insert Lock Nut
13 1 Trim Frame
AeroLift Plenum Housing
(Exploded View)
Installing Optional Plenum Housing
The Plenum Housing is shipped in pieces, and must be assembled by
the installer. The height of the plenum can be adjusted by up to 2" (5 cm)
by moving the trim frame to different mounting holes in side panels. It is
recommended that an access panel be installed in the ceiling to allow
future access.
➀Attach Plenum frame to top of AeroLift.
➁Install top panel to plenum frame.
➂Attach assembly to overhead structure. Allow clearance between
plenum top and structure for ease of future access.
➃Install side and end panels, and trim frame.
➄If installing a closure, see page 3.

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Installing Projector
Generally, the video projector should be suspended from the bottom pan
according to projector manufacturer's instructions. Maximum available space for
projector is 18¾" x 25½" x height (depends on plenum housing height) (AeroLift
50) and 24¾" x 35" x height (depends on plenum housing height) (AeroLift 150).
The projector plate is not pre-drilled. When drilling initial holes for
mounting projector, or if for any reason the hole placement must be
changed, completely lower AeroLift before attempting to drill holes.
Unit and projection system should be operated, checked and adjusted as
necessary at this time (see below for limit adjustment procedures).
Video cables and/or power cord can be routed along the stabilizing arm. Cables
must not interfere with lift operation.
Warning: Keep fingers & other objects away from ceiling closure panel when
unit is operating. Serious injury or damage can result.
Installing Ceiling Closure Panel
If your AeroLift 50/150 is equipped with a ceiling closure panel, it can be used
as is, or in conjunction with a piece of existing ceiling tile. Please refer to the
diagram at right for these instructions.
➀If installing with ceiling tile, you may need to cut tile so that its overall
dimensions are the same as (or slightly less than) the closure panel. Place
tile into trim frame. Lay closure panel on top (back side) of ceiling tile, and
tighten screws to hold in place.
➁For AeroLift 150, attach angle brackets to bottom of projector plate (along
long ends).
➂For AeroLift 50, attach angle brackets to bottom of projector plate (along
short ends). For AeroLift 150, attach short angle brackets to ends of long
angle brackets.
➃Attach
5
/ 16 " threaded rods to slots in projector plate or brackets.
➄Run unit “up” until bottom pan stops at highest position. Mark position on
5
/ 16 " rods even with ceiling level and cut rods to length (removing from
pan if convenient).
➅Run unit “down” until bottom pan stops at “show” position.
➆Attach closure to lower end of
5
/ 16 " rods by slipping into four corner slots
and secure with nuts above and below slots.
➇Run unit “up” again to highest position. Measure distance by which panel
fails to reach required “closed” height for surrounding ceiling.
➈Run unit “down” then re-adjust mounting of
5
/ 16 " rods in traveling grid to
raise panel required distance.
➉Test unit operation to confirm that panel will stop in closed position just
before touching ceiling.
NOTE: Immediately upon completion of the surrounding ceiling, unit should be
operated to confirm that optional ceiling closure panel stops just short of touching
ceiling in closed position.
AeroLift 150 with Ceiling Closure Panel
AeroLift —Limit Switch Adjustment (Bottom View)
Please Note:
If load is off-center of pan, you may need to adjust the pitch of the fabric rollers.
One setscrew is provided on each end of both fabric rollers (see above drawing).
Use these to adjust roller pitch to keep entire fabric panel taut, so load is evenly
distributed. Use
1
/ 8 " hex key to adjust.
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AeroLift 50 with Ceiling Closure Panel
Adjustments (see drawing at right)
CAUTION: Be sure all switches are in “off” position before adjusting limit switches.
Always be prepared to shut lift off manually when newadjustment is being tested.
Limit switches for the AeroLift are preset at the factory. The “Up” (closed) limit
switch is set for fully closed. The “down” (show) limit switch is set for fully lowered.
Once unit is in place, the “down” limit switch may need to be changed to stop the
AeroLift closer to the ceiling (that is, to raise the “down” position). Limit switches
are located on the end of roller, and are accessible by removing the cover of the
junction box at the left end of the unit, using a
5
/ 16 "Allen wrench. To adjust the limit
switches, use a
5
/ 32 " screwdriver/allen wrench.
Caution: It is not uncommon to overheat the motor during initial installation
when setting limits. The motor is thermally protected and will stop working
until it has cooled to a safe temperature before it will start operating again.
Adjusting “Down” (show) position — “Down” position may be adjusted by turning
the white limit switch adjustment socket. Turning the socket clockwise will stop the
AeroLift 25 closer to the ceiling. Turning it counter-clockwise will cause the lift to
stop at a lower point.
Adjusting “Up” (closed) position — Because the “up” (“closed”) position is preset
at the factory, Draper does not recommend changing this position using the limit
switch. The “up” position of the closure may be changed by changing the length of
threaded rod (see instructions for closure installation below). If necessary, however,
“up” position may be adjusted by turning the yellow limit switch adjustment socket.
Tu r n ing the socket counterclockwise creates a higher, or more fully closed position.
Tu r n ing it clockwise creates a lower “up” (closed) position.
Caution: Do not set limit switch so that the AeroLift motor is still running
after the lift is closed.This could result in damage to the motor.
Down Limit Up Limit
Fabric roller adjustment setscrews
(one on each roller)

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Wiring Diagrams
Low Voltage (& Wireless) Control
Single Station Control Multiple Station Control
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To 110-120V AC Line
Dashed wiring
by electrician
Single gang box
by others. Min.
4" x 21/8" x 17/8" deep
Location of key
operated on-off
switch if furnished
Red
Blue
Black
MOTOR
Safety Up Switches
White (Common)
Black (Up)
Red ( Down) Green (Ground)
NU
D
NL1
MOTOR
Safety Up Switches
White (Common)
Black (Up)
Red ( Down) Green (Ground)
Single gang box
by others. Min.
4" x 21/8" x 17/8"
NUD
Cap off with wire
nut and tape.
RED BLUE
BLACK
RED BLUE
BLACK
RED BLUE
BLACK
Dashed Wiring
By electrician.
Location of key
operated 0n-off
switch if furnished.
To 110 -120V AC Line
NL1
To 110 -120V AC Line
Location of key
operated 0n-off
switch if furnished.
Safety Up Switches
White (Common)
Black (Up)
Red ( Down)
Green (Ground) MOTOR
Dashed Wiring
By electrician.
N
Up
Dn
3 Button Wall Switch
DOWN - Black
COM - White
UP - Red
White-Neutral (Common) to lift & 110-120V AC
Red-to lift (directional)
Brown-to lift (directional)
Yellow-to 110-120V AC
Black-to 110-120V AC
Green-Ground
Eye Port for IR Eye, RF Receiver or LED
Switch. If more than one of these three is
used with one LVC-III, a splitter is required.
Aux Port for connecting additional LVC-III modules
(up to six total-connect from Aux to Eye).
Low voltage
wiring by others.
MC1
See separate Serial
Communication-RS232
Instruction sheet for
enabling RS232 with
the MC1.
RS232 Data FROM Control System
RS232 Data TO Control System
Signal Ground & Manual Switch Common
Manual Switch Down
Manual Switch Up
White-Neutral (Common) to lift & 110-120V AC
Brown-to Lift (directional)
Red-to Lift (directional)
Black-Hot to 110-120V AC
Green/Yellow-Ground
Fuse
Program LED
Eye Port for IR Eye. For RF Receiver or LED
Wall Switch, a Splitter and a Power Supply
is required. Plug RF Receiver or LED Wall
Switch and Power Supply into splitter, then
run cable from Splitter to MC1 Eye Port.
Low Voltage Wiring by others
AC Wiring by electrician
MC1
To 110 -120V AC Line
Location of key
operated 0n-off
switch if furnished.
White (Common)
Black (Up)
Up ( Down)
Green (Ground) MOTOR
N
Up
Dn