Screen Innovations 485 User manual

5 / 3 Motorized
Installation Instructions
INSTALLERS: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL WITH THE OWNER.
Control - 485

Screen Innovations warrants its products, 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 Screen Innovations' 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 a person other than authorized Screen Innovations
personnel.
Screen Innovations’ sole obligation under this warranty shall be to repair or to replace (at Screen
Innovations’ option) the defective part of the merchandise. Returns for service should be made to
your Screen Innovations' dealer. If it is necessary for the dealer to return the screen or part to Screen
Innovations, transportation expenses to and from Screen Innovations are payable by the purchaser and
Screen Innovations 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 tness for use
and merchant ability. Any implied warranties of tness for use, or merchantability, that may be mandated
by statute or rule of law are limited to the one (1) year warranty period. This warranty gives you specic
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 Screen Innovations product, you may
contact our Sales Partners at 9715-B Burnet Road Suite 400, Austin, TX 78758, [phone].
Important: this warranty shall not be valid and screen innovations shall not be bound by this warranty if the
product is not operated in accordance with screen innovations' written instructions.
Keep your sales receipt to prove the date of purchase and your original ownership.
Limited 1 year warranty
on Screen Innovations products

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Parts In The Box � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 - 4
Flush 110 V AC - Flush L / Suspended Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Flush 24 V DC - Flush L / Suspended Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
External 110 V AC - External Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
External 24 V DC - External Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Pre-Wiring � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �5 - 6
110 V AC - 485. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
24 V DC - 485 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Mounting Case Type � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �7
Installing Flush Brackets� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �8 - 13
Measure Case & Cut-Out Pocket - Both Flush Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Add End Flange & Remove Weight Bar Lock - Both Flush Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Mounting Flush L - Brackets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Hang Case And Raise Up Flush L - Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Mounting Flush Suspended Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hang Case & Raise Up Flush Suspended Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Installing External Brackets� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 14 - 15
Measure Case & Mounting External Brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Remove The Weight Bar, Hang Case, Raise Up External Brackets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Trim Installation Flush � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16 - 17
Trim Installation External � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 18 - 19
Setting the Lower Limit � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20 - 25
Controls � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 26 -
Programming With Opitonal SIFI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 - 29
Using 3rd Party (Wet Contact - via Fontus). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Using 3rd Party (Dry Contact- via Fontus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using 3rd Party (IR- via Fontus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 - 33
Using 3rd Party (via Fontus Keypad Application). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Using 3rd Party (via Fontus Keypad & Contact Closure Application) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using 3rd Party (via Serial and Si.Fi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Using 3rd Party (via DCT with 12v and IR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Adjusting the Tab Tension � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �37
Troubleshooting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 38 - 39
Motor Accessories � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 40

1
PARTS IN THE BOX - FLUSH - 110v AC
(2) End flanges
Terminal block
receptacle
(4) 8-32 x 3/8’’
flat head screws
* Wood
Screws
(4) Closure
Bumpers
(2 pair)
Gloves
USB Programming Kit
L- Bracket / Suspended Ceiling Bracket
Screen
L - Brackets
Suspended Ceiling Bracket Kit
Front Closure
Rear Closure
* NOTE: Screws are provided to mount to wooden structural supports only. If other substrate is
present then installer must provide appropriate fasteners.
Idler Retraction
Tool

2
PARTS IN THE BOX - FLUSH - 24v DC
Terminal block
receptacle
USB Programming Kit
L-Bracket / Suspended Ceiling Bracket
(2) End flanges 24v DC Power
Supply
(4) 8-32 x 3/8’’
flat head screws
* Wood
Screws
(4) Closure
Bumpers
(2 pair)
Gloves
Screen
L - Brackets
Suspended Ceiling Bracket Kit
Front Closure
Rear Closure
* NOTE: Screws are provided to mount to wooden structural supports only. If other substrate is
present then installer must provide appropriate fasteners.
Idler Retraction
Tool

3
Screen
Front Closure
Fascia
PARTS IN THE BOX - EXTERNAL - 110v AC
Terminal block
receptacle
9/64’’ Hex Key
L Brackets* Wood
Screws
(2 pair)
Gloves
USB Programming Kit
* NOTE: Screws are provided to mount to wooden structural supports only. If other substrate is
present then installer must provide appropriate fasteners.
Idler Retraction
Tool

4
Screen
Front Closure
Fascia
PARTS IN THE BOX - EXTERNAL - 24v DC
Terminal block
receptacle
USB Programming Kit
24v DC Power
Supply
L Brackets
* Wood Screws (2 pair) Gloves
* NOTE: Screws are provided to mount to wooden structural supports only. If other substrate is
present then installer must provide appropriate fasteners.
9/64’’ Hex Key Idler Retraction
Tool

5
1. Run 3 conductor wire to the left side of screen cassette installation location. To be sure you
have the correct wire you can order 485 wire directly from SI.
2. Terminate the wires with the provided terminal block shown below.
3. Make sure an appropriate junction box or power receptacle is located within 5ft of the
installation location.
PRE-WIRING - 110v AC - 485
Installer must follow all local electrical codes when connecting 110v AC power.
Certied electrician is required to connect pigtail power.
NEUTRAL 110V AC(WHITE)
HOT 110V AC(BLACK)
GROUND (GREEN)
Note: If you’re using Dry contact/ 12v Trigger or IR with the incl. Fontus, refer to pg.s 30 - 34.

6
1. Run minimum 5 conductor wire to the left side of screen cassette installation location
To be sure you have the correct wire, order directly from SI (Part # - Non-Plenum - 800269/
9020126 and Plenum rated - 9020127). If you are using third party wire, follow the power
wire distance chart below to ensure use of the correct wire gauge for the 24v DC wires.
2. Terminate the wires with the provided terminal block shown below.
ove r 100
100
90
80
70
60
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
Distanc e
(ft.) 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
Standard Cu Wire Guage (min.)
PRE-WIRING - 24v DC- 485
Power Distance Chart
Do not use any combination above the line.
Note: If you’re using Dry contact/ 12v Trigger or IR with the incl. Fontus, refer to pg.s 30 - 34.

7
MOUNTING CASING  TYPE
EXTERNAL
FLUSH L BRACKET
FLUSH SUSPENDED
Installation requires two or more people. Bend knees when lifting.
2+
Measure the case length and record the measurement. If pre constructing the pocket then
refer to the screen builder for the F dimension for your particular size screen.

8
INSTALLATION  FLUSH
Measure Case & Cut Out Pocket
F
W
Z
W
1 3/4” 1/4”
1/8”
(4.5 cm)
(0.64 cm)
(0.32 cm)
F
F = in/cm
Z
+
-
+
-
2
1
(20.6 cm)
Measure the case length and record the measurement. If pre constructing the pocket then
refer to the screen builder for the F dimension for your particular size screen.
Calculate the pocket ceiling dimensions as shown blow and prepare the ceiling pocket
as prescribed below.
It is highly recommended to provide a 6’’ x 12’’ access panel at the left end of the case
and/or make sure the left end of the case can be accessed from inside the ceiling or attic.
FLUSH SUSPENDEDFLUSH L
=+
=

9
INSTALLATION  FLUSH
Add End Flange & Remove Weight Bar Lock
Line up the holes on the removable anges with the holes in the end plates. Then install
and hand tighten the at head screws as shown.
Remove the tagged Weight Bar Locks.
3
4
FLUSH SUSPENDEDFLUSH L

10
INSTALLATION  FLUSH
Mounting Flush L-Brackets
Mount the L brackets either to a vertical or horizontal structural support as shown. Make
sure brackets are all along the same level line and plumb.
Mounting screws have been provided for mounting to wood structural supports only. If
mounting to other substrate then installer must provide appropriate fasteners.
5a
FLUSH L
Each bracket must be able to hold 200lb load.
A A
7” - 2”
(17.8 cm - 5 cm) 7” - 2”
(17.8 cm - 5 cm)
200 lbs
(90kg)
Each
Z
Ceiling
W
7 1/4”
(18.4 cm)
(18.7 cm)
TO
7 3/8”
OR

11
INSTALLATION  FLUSH
Hang Case on L-Brackets and Raise Up
6a
Installation requires two or more people. Bend knees when lifting.
2+
FLUSH L
Make sure the hooks on the L brackets are adjusted down. Then raise the case up
and hook the case into all 4 hooks on every bracket.
Tighten the screws in the L brackets to raise up the case untill the end anges touch the ceiling.

12
INSTALLATION  FLUSH
Mounting Flush Suspended Brackets
5b
Threaded Rod 3/8’’ Minimum Nut Washer Washer Nut
Parts to be supplied by installer
Stuctural Member
Ceiling
4” - 12”
(17.8 cm - 5
cm)
4” - 12”
(17.8 cm - 5
cm)
Z
FLUSH SUSPENDED
Install minimum 3/8’’ threaded rod to structural members in the ceiling per the drawing
below.
Install the suspended ceiling bracket kits onto the case as shown below. Move the brackets to
match the horizontal position of the the threded rods and then lock down will all 4 screws in
each suspended ceiling bracket assembly.

13
INSTALLATION  FLUSH
Hang Case on Suspended Brackets and Raise Up
6b
FLUSH SUSPENDED
Nut
Threaded Rod
Minimum 3/8’’
Nut
Washer
Washer
Supplied By
Installer
Use the nuts connected to the threaded rods to raise the case up untill the end anges touch the
ceiling.
Raise the case up and guide the threaded rods through the holes in the suspended
ceiling brackets. Secure with nuts and washers supplied by the installer

14
INSTALLATION  EXTERNAL
Measure case & Mount L Brackets EXTERNAL
1
2
F
Evenly Spaced If more than 2 brackets included
F
7”- 2”
(17.8 cm - 5 cm)
7”- 2”
(17.8 cm - 5 cm)
Measure the case length and record the measurement.
200 lbs
(90kg)
Each
Mount the L brackets either to a vertical or horizontal structural support as shown. Make
sure brackets are all along the same level line and plumb.
Mounting screws have been provided for mounting to wood structural supports only. If
mounting to other substrate then installer must provide appropriate fasteners.
OR
Each bracket must be able to hold 200lb load.

15
4
INSTALLATION  EXTERNAL
Remove Weight Bar Lock, Hang Case and Raise Up EXTERNAL
Remove the tagged Weight Bar Locks.
3
Make sure the hooks on the L brackets are adjusted down. Then raise the case up and
hook the case into all 4 hooks on every bracket. Then tighten the screws in the brackets
untill the case rmly presses against the the L brackets.

16
1
TRIM INSTALLATION  FLUSH
Flush Trim Install FLUSH SUSPENDEDFLUSH L
2
Hook the larger front closure into the case opposite the weight bar and then rotate down
to secure. Make sure the trim is hooked into the case along entire length before
proceeding.
Hook the smaller back closure into the case on the side of the weight bar and then rotate
down to secure. Make sure the trim is hooked into the case along entire length before
proceeding.

17
TRIM INSTALLATION  FLUSH
Flush Trim Locking
Insert the bumpers into the holes in the endplates. Press the pin in the bumper until you
feel a SNAP indicating the bumper is secured. Before proceeding make sure the bumpers
are secured to the endplates. Do this at both ends of the screen.
SNAP
3
FLUSH SUSPENDEDFLUSH L