Elite Screens Spectrum Series User manual

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Spectrum Series
Electric/Motorized Projection Screen
User Guide
Important Safety & Warning Precautions
Make sure to read this user’s guide and follow the procedure below.
Caution: The screen’s Black Top Drop is already set to its maximum drop distance. There is NO
extra Black Top Drop in the roller. Please be aware of this, as it will void your warranty with Elite
Screens. Unapproved changes or modifications (except for cutting the power cord for hardwire
installations) to this unit are prohibited and will void your warranty. For more information, please
contact our Technical Support Department.
Please retain this user’s guide for future reference.
To avoid damaging the unit, do not use with any unauthorized accessories not recommended by
the manufacturer.
Handle the unit carefully during transportation to avoid any damages.
To ensure safe and reliable operation, direct connection to a properly grounded power source is
advised.
The power outlet supplying power to the unit should be close to the unit and easily accessible.
Do not install the unit on uneven or inclined surfaces.
Do not put heavy objects on the power cord and position it properly to avoid creating a trip
obstacle.
Never overload the power cord to prevent an electric shock or fire due to a loose contact or a
short circuit.
There are not user serviceable parts in this unit. Do not attempt to disassemble this unit by
yourself. No one except authorized technicians can open and make repairs to this unit.
Make sure the power source this unit is connected to has a continuous power flow.
If there is need to use an extension cord, make sure the cord has an equal rating as the appliance
to avoid overheat.
Do not handle the power plug when your hands are wet or your feet are in contact with water.
Do not use this unit under the following circumstances.
Disconnect the power cord under the conditions of heavy rain, wind, thunder or lightning.
Avoid direct Sunshine, rain shower and moisture.
Keep away from fire sources and high temperature to prevent this device from overheating.
Cut off the power supply first before transportation or maintenance.
Fully disconnect from the power supply when the unit is not in use for a long period of time, as
should be done with any other electric household appliance.
To avoid possible injury and/or an electric shock, do not attempt to use the screen if there is
obvious damage or if there are any evident broken parts.

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Installation Warning
Individual modifications to this product are prohibited and will void the warranty with the manufacturer.
Please contact Elite Screens Customer Service for any questions.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur on a particular installation. If this
equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna of the device which may be casing the
interference.
Increase the separation between the screen and the device’s receiver.
Connect the equipment into a different power outlet other than the device
Pre-Installation
1. Carefully unpack the screen.
2. Always handle the screen in a leveled position on a clean surface.
3. In order to protect the screen from exposure to stains, keep the screen out of contact with foreign
particles such as dust, sawdust, and/or liquids.
Spectrum series | Controls and Accessories
A. IR Remote
ZRC1-IR
B. RF Remote
ZRC1-RF
C. Wall box
controller
ZRC1-WB
D. RJ50 Cable
ZZR1-RJ50
E. AAA batteries
F. Bubble Level
Screen operation
Electric Current: 100 ~ 110v voltage
1. After ensuring the power outlet & screen are compatible (voltage), plug the power cord into the power outlet.
2. Once the screen has power, you’ll be able to control it using any of the 5 methods described below.

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5 Ways to control your Spectrum screen
1. IR Remote control (Item A, Fig 1): The Infrared functions by direct line of
sight contact using an effective beam range of 25 feet within a 30-degree angle.
Aim the IR remote directly at either the IR receiver on the Wall Box Controller or
on the screen to operate the screen.
Note: Assure there is no obstruction between the IR remote and IR receiver.
2. RF Remote Control (Item B): The radio waves eliminate the need for a direct line
of sight and has a longer distance control range.
The RF remote is already pre-synced/paired and ready to use. If synchronization/
pairing is needed, please follow the steps below.
How to synchronize/pair a new RF remote:
Press & hold the “Programming Key”, then press the “Up Key” on the Wall box controller (wall-box LED
flashes). Reference the wall box controller section for programming key location.
Then press the “Up Key” on the RF remote.
The Wall box LED will flash 5 times, to indicate the RF remote has been properly synchronized/paired.
LED
light
UP
STOP
DOWN
Fig.1
IR/RF remote
IR Lens
(IR remote only)
How to change the RF code (For use when multiple screens/RF remotes are owned)
Changing the RF code avoids controlling multiple screens at the same time and prevents electrical interference leading to
accidental control of the screen.
1. Remove the batteries
2. Change the RF code switch
3. Insert the batteries
4. Synchronize it with the wall box controller
3. Wall box controller (Item C, Fig 3): The wall box controller switch is a wall mounted control box with an
up/stop/down button. It plugs directly into the screen’s RJ50 port.
Programming
Key
Wall box controller
IR
Receiver
RJ50
cable
Wall box controller
SIDE VIEW
RJ50 PORT:
Connects to the
Screen RJ50
PORT (RJ50
CABLE ONLY)
3.5mm mono Projector
Trigger Port (if
Projector equipped)
Wall box
controller BACK
VIEW
Battery compartment
Default
“000”
RF Remote
BACK
VIEW
Slide Switches
for RF Code
change

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4.Wired 5-12 volt trigger: Requires a 3.5mm to 3.5mm mono cable (not included)
Step 1: Connect one end the RJ50 cable to the screen and the other end to
the Wall box controller.
Step 2: Then connect one end the 3.5mm mono cable to the wall box
controller and the other to the projector.
Once the two cables have been connected, the wired trigger feature is
ready to synchronize the screen’s up/down operation with the projector’s
power cycle.
Projector on, screen drops
Projector off, screen raises
5. Wireless 5-12 volt trigger (Fig 5): Requires a 3.5mm to 3.5mm mono cable (not included).
The Radio Frequency (RF) remote control serves as a dual purpose, independently as a handheld remote control, or as a
Wireless 5-12 volt trigger. The radio frequency technology sends a wireless signal that synchronizes the screen’s drop &
rise with the projector’s power cycle.
Here’s how to set up your Wireless 5-12 volt trigger
The 5-12V wireless trigger should already be synced and ready to work.
Step1: Connect one end of the 3.5 mm mono trigger cable to the RF remote.
Step 2: Connect the other 3.5 mm mono end of the cable to your projector
Step 3: Turn on the projector and the screen should automatically deploy.
Step 4: Turn off your projector and the screen should automatically retract.
(Please be aware, the projector on/off cycle may take longer to fully activate. It usually takes around 20- 30 seconds for
full off and on cycle each time)
Note: If the wireless trigger feature does not work, please resync the RF remote to the Wall box controller per the
instructions in the Radio Frequency remote section.
3.5 mm port
DC 5-12V
out
3.5mm to 3.5mm mono cable
Wall box controller
RJ50 cable
Fig. 4
ADVANCED Programming Key Instructions: (FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY)
Wall box controller must be connected to the screen.
Mono 3.5mm
Projector Trigger
Port
Fig 5
3.5 mm port
DC 5-12V out
3.5mm to 3.5mm mono cable
UP
STOP
DOWN
Projector
RF remote
control
SIDE VIEW
Projector
ATTENTION: Reducing the factory’s full screen drop may produce waves/wrinkles on the
projection surface on tab-tension screens. The full drop is recommended to allow the screen to rely
on the tab-tension system to maintain the projection surface flat and taut on all sides.
The same applies on non-tensioned screens, although some level of waves may be present due to the
nature of the screen not being tensioned. If wrinkles/waves develop after making the adjustment to
the desired drop position, reset it to the factory’s default position per the instructions below.

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1. Preset the Screen’s Drop Position:
Use the RF/IR remote or Wall Box Controller to Drop the screen to the desired position you want to set it
at.
Press & hold the “Programming Key”, then press the “down key” on the Wall Box Controller. The LED
will flash 5 times to confirm new programmed drop position.
2. Clear/Reset the Screen’s Drop Position to factory default:
Press & Hold the “Programming Key + “Stop key” on the wall box controller.
Installation Instructions
Please consult a professional installer. Elite Screens is not liable for any faulty installations.
1. Select the installation location for your screen. Ensure that it is within reasonable proximity from your power source.
2. For best support of your screen, it is ideal to secure your screen into the studs of your house’s internal framework. If
studs are not available, use hollow anchors for mounting your wall screws into drywall. If you’re installing in a concrete
structure, use concrete bolts to secure your screen.
Always consult a professional installer or hardware professional to ensure that the proper screws and/or hardware are
being used.
3. Ensure that both brackets are in perfect level alignment with one another. Use wall/ceiling wood screws to secure to the
wood studs. Use hollow anchors if mounting in drywall.
4. The screen casing is designed to accept the wall screws directly. If not using the Optional L-Brackets
http://shop.elitescreens.com/accessories.aspx, be sure to position the washer between the head of the wall-screw and the
anchor slots on the screen’s casing.
5. Using a tape measure, mark the keyholes that are located at the back of the screen’s casing end cap.
6. After marking the area and predrilled hole, insert the screw and have at least 1/8” from the wall to mount the screen.
(See example in Figure 1.)
7. Figure 2 will show you an optional installation method using the drill holes located on top of the end caps for ceiling
installation.
PROGAMMING NOTE:
The programmed vertical drop position will have +/- 2" tolerance, which will depend on the temperature of the
installed screen environment.

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Optional installation method using the drill holes to hang the screen from the ceiling
Note:
Wall screws included with this product are
complementary and may not be adequate for all
mounting surfaces. Consult with a professional installer
or hardware store for proper mounting screws and
anchors.
Regardless of the mounting method, the screen should be
securely supported so that the vibration or pulling on the
viewing surface will not cause the screen case to become
loose or fall. The installer must ensure that proper
mounting hardware and the fasteners used are of
adequate strength and suitable for the mounting surface.
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