Panamorph DCR-S3 User manual

®
We bring cinema home
DCR-S3
INSTALLATION GUIDE
(Phillips #2 screwdriver required)
Direct Attach Cinema Format Conversion Lens
ABOUT GEOMETRIC DISTORTION. Anamorphic vertical
compression lenses create a slight “barrel” shaped curvature
especially at the edges of the image. The amount of this distortion
decreases as the projection distance is increased for a given
screen size. See the Image Geometry estimator in the Lens Selector
at for approximate distortion to expect. Masking www.panamorph.com
the edges of the image by the screen border makes this distortion
much less noticeable especially for dramatic content.
CLEANING. Small amounts of dust and wipe marks are very
noticeable on lens surfaces with a high brightness projection beam but
typically will not impact the image as much as damage from excessive
cleaning in pursuit of a "perfect" optical surface. Occasionally blowing
off the lens surfaces with clean air is the best way to maintain long
term performance. If there is any excessive residue or build-up then it
is recommended that you clean the optics with professional lens
cleaning supplies such as from a camera store while the lens is in front
of the lit beam of the projector. This will allow you to quickly see if the
cleaning process is causing any damage.
LIMITED WARRANTY. Panamorph, Inc. warrants this product against
any change in performance or functionality for a period of twenty-four
months from our ship date. During this period, a unit may be repaired
or replaced, at the discretion of Panamorph, Inc., by returning it in its
original packaging with a copy of your receipt. This warranty does not
cover damage resultant from lack of prudent care, accident or misuse
(including use with other products in ways not intended); any cosmetic
damage not reported within 15 days of purchase; or any performance
change caused by the environment in which it is used. All damages are
limited to the cost of the product. This warranty is not transferable.
For use only with the projectorSony VPL-XW5000ES
in ceiling-mounted orientation
IMPORTANT THEATER GUIDANCE
1. Projection screen should be , in the aspect ratio for flat 2.25:1
multimedia content, and with a A minimum 2.0” screen border. 2.4:1
screen may also be used for primarily 2.4:1 content with optical zoom
adjustments or cropping for 16:9 content.
2. Projector lens center should be between -4 and +18 inches from
the top edge of the screen surface (about +3 to +5 inches is ideal)
and on the screen +/- 3 inches.horizontally centered
3. (throw distance divided by screen surface width) should Throw ratio
be at least 1.4:1.
4. Longer throw distances are encouraged to reduce edge
distortion. About 1.5” of screen border is needed to mask edge at
1.4:1 is needed at 1.6:1. At throw ratio. About 1.0” 2.0:1 throw ratio
distortion is very difficult to see in any content.
DCR-S3 Installation Guide Version 1.1
See for projector viewing mode www.panamorph.com
settings with illustrations for various content when using
either a 2.4:1 or 2.25:1 screen.
Specifications: 6.3” (160mm) diam x 5.2” (132mm) depth. 2 lbs (0.9 kg). Allow
4” (102mm) in front of projector for installation. See back page for warranty.
US Patent 11635676

1
3
4
5
INSTALL THE LENS RETAINER. Remove the two front
assembly screws and remove the retainer. Adjust the projector
lens shift to center the projector lens. vertically and horizontally
Squeeze the retainer and work it into the projector opening to
nest into the inside rim of the projector housing with prongs toward
the ceiling top ridge aligned with the projector top-front and the
rib. Tighten the three retainer screws just enough to prevent rotation.
PREPARE THE PROJECTOR. Adjust the projector roll, tilt
and/or yaw so the projector test pattern lines are square to the
screen edges. Adjust the vertical lens shift so the test pattern is
centered on the screen. Now instead of show a 2.4:1 movie
the test pattern. Set the Sony anamorphic lens menu setting to 1.32x
for a 2.25:1 screen or for a 2.4:1 screen. Set the Sony Aspect 1.24x
button on the remote to . V-Stretch
INSTALL THE DCR LENS. After removing the rear DCR lens
cover, install the DCR lens/mount assembly over the retainer
prongs. Insert and tighten the two assembly screws to secure
( ).do not over tighten Remove the front protective film.
ADJUST THE LENS TILT AND PROJECTOR SHIFT. Adjust
the projector lens zoom to fill the width of the screen with the
2.4:1 movie. Tilt the DCR lens and adjust the projector vertical
lens shift to make sure the beam is getting through the DCR
lens to fill the screen. There is only a slight variation in vertical image
height with this adjustment but experimentation may lead to the best
image fit and geometry. Lock the DCR lens tilt by tightening the single
Phillips tilt lock screw ( ). do not over tighten
DECIDE HOW TO WATCH 16:9 CONTENT (including menus).
Use the Sony “Aspect” button to select (anamorphic Squeeze
to 1.24x) to watch 16:9 content in the screen center, or Normal
to stretch 16:9 content to fill the entire screen width. On a 2.4:1
screen zoom down the image to avoid cropping the top and bottom.
DCR-S3 Installation Steps
Assembly
Screws
Tilt Lock
Screw
Projector
Zoom and Focus
Top Ridge
Prongs to
Ceiling
www.panamorph.com