Panamorph STE-S3 User manual

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STE-S3
INSTALLATION GUIDE
(Phillips #2 screwdriver required)
Direct Attach Cinema Format Conversion Lens
For use only with the projectorSony VPL-XW5000ES
in ceiling-mounted orientation
IMPORTANT THEATER GUIDANCE
1. Projection screen should have a and minimum 2.5” screen border
in the aspect ratio for multimedia content. A screen may 2.25:1 2.4:1
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” below and 12” above
the top edge of the screen surface (about +3 to +5 inches is ideal)
and on the screen +/- 3 inches.horizontally centered
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screen sizes and projector viewing mode settings.
STE-S3 Installation Guide Version 1.1
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settings with illustrations for various content when using
either a 2.4:1 or 2.25:1 screen.
Specifications: 6.3” (160mm) diam x 5.75” (147mm) depth. 2 lbs (0.9 kg). Allow 5”
(127mm) in front of projector for installation. See back page for warranty.
US Patent 11635676. Other US and international patents pending.
ABOUT GEOMETRIC DISTORTION AND CHROMATIC ADJUSTMENTS.
Anamorphic horizontal expansion lenses create a slight “pincushion” shaped
curvature especially at the edges of the image which decreases as the
projection distance is increased for a given screen size. See the Image
Geometry estimator in the Lens Selector at for the www.panamorph.com
approximate distortion to expect. Masking the edges of the image by the screen
border makes this distortion much less noticeable especially for dramatic content.
These lenses may also reveal a slight splitting of white test pattern lines into red,
green and blue components most visible at the far left and right sides. While this
splitting may not be noticeable at normal viewing distances, any misconvergence
can be reduced with the projector’s Panel Alignment feature.
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 keep 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. Note that the lens can be disassembled for cleaning by
removing the front two screws and then carefully removing the components.
However, any consequences of such disassembly is not covered by warranty or
support.
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.

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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 with 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 zoom and vertical lens shift so the
test pattern is centered and fits the screen height. Now show a
2.4:1 movie instead of the test pattern. Set the Sony anamorphic lens
menu setting to for a 2.25:1 screen or for a 2.4:1 screen. 1.32x 1.24x
Set the Sony Aspect button on the remote to . V-Stretch
INSTALL THE STE LENS. After removing the rear STE lens
cover, install the STE 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.
ADJUSTMENTS. Tilt the STE lens in its mount to make any
residual image top curvature the same but opposite that at the
bottom. Make final adjustments to projector zoom and vertical
lens shift to produce the best fit of the image to the screen.
Lock the STE lens tilt by tightening the single Phillips tilt lock screw (do
not over tighten). As desired you may want to adjust the panel
alignment in the projector (see Sony instruction manual).
DECIDE HOW TO WATCH OTHER CONTENT. Use the Sony
“Aspect” button to select (anamorphic to 1.24x) to Squeeze
watch 16:9 content (including menus) 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. Use V-Stretch with 1.24x for 2.0:1-2.2:1 content.
STE-S3 Installation Steps
Assembly
Screws
Tilt Lock
Screw
Projector
Zoom and Focus
Top Ridge
Prongs to
Ceiling
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