Wenger Diva User manual

Important User Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Required Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Fasteners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Ceiling Assembly Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Before Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Ceiling Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Assemble the Truss................................7
Mark the Stage Area ...............................8
Attach the Hanger Arms to the Batten .................9
Attach the Hanger Arms to the Truss Assembly ..........12
Assemble a Ceiling Row Panel.......................14
Attach the Truss Assembly to the Ceiling Panel Row......16
Assemble the Bowstring to the Truss ..................18
Apply Tension to the Bowstring.......................20
Install the Ceiling Stays.............................21
Fly the Ceiling Assembly............................23
Level the Ceiling Assembly ..........................24
Set the Ceiling Stay Performance Angle................25
Install the Ceiling Catch ............................27
Light Fixture Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Inspection .......................................28
Lieto LED Light Fixture Installation ....................28
Lieto LED Light Fixture Electrical Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . 29
LightFixtureConguration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
InitialConguration ................................30
ConguretheDMXcatConnection ....................31
Lieto LED Light Fixture Communication ................31
DMXAddressInformation ...........................32
LED Power Settings Chart ..........................32
Troubleshooting...................................32
Light Fixture Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Adjustment and Aiming .............................32
Photometrics .....................................33
Schematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Lieto LED Light Fixture Electrical Schematic
(Diva Acoustical Ceiling) ........................36
Decals, Numbers and Logos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Final Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Installation Instructions
Diva
®
Acoustical Ceiling
©Wenger Corporation 2020 Printed in USA 2020-05 Part #185C756-05
Wenger Corporation, 555 Park Drive, P.O. Box 448, Owatonna, Minnesota 55060-0448
Questions? Call.....USA: (800) 4WENGER (493-6437) • Worldwide: [phone] • wengercorp.com
Contents
Note: Please read and understand these instructions before using or setting up.
Note: Review all of the Installation Drawings and Reference Drawings.
Note: It is recommended that three or more people work together during the assembly.
Note: If you need additional information, contact Wenger Corporation using the information below.
Visit the Diva Acoustical Shell web page at wengercorp.com for more information.

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Important User Information
General
Copyright © 2020 by Wenger Corporation
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this manual may be reproduced, copied, or transmitted in any form
or by any means including graphic, electronic, or mechanical methods or photocopying, recording, or information
storage and retrieval systems without the written permission of the publisher, unless it is for the purchaser's
personal use.
Printed and bound in the United States of America.
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the
part of Wenger Corporation. Wenger Corporation does not assume any responsibility for any errors that may
appear in these instructions.
In no event will Wenger Corporation be liable for technical or editorial omissions made herein, nor for direct,
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use or defect of these instructions.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change this product at any time.
The information in this document is not intended to cover all possible conditions and situations that might occur.
The end user must exercise caution and common sense when assembling or installing Wenger Corporation
products. If any questions or problems arise, call the Wenger Corporation at (800) 4WENGER (493-6437)
or [phone] worldwide.
Manufacturer
The Diva®Acoustical Ceiling is manufactured by:
Wenger Corporation
555 Park Drive
Owatonna, MN 55060
(800) 4WENGER (493-6437) • [phone]
wengercorp.com
Intended Use
• The ceiling is intended for indoor use only and is not intended for outdoor use.
• Never expose the ceiling components to wind, humidity, or wet conditions.
• This product is intended to be assembled only as described in these instructions.
Installation
• The ceiling installation and use must comply with local regulations and codes.
• All personnel (including all temporary workers) installing or maintaining the ceiling must read and
understand these and other related installation instructions.
Warranty
Thisproductisguaranteedfreeofdefectsinmaterialsandworkmanshipforvefullyearsfromdate
of shipment. A full warranty statement is available upon request.

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Make sure that anyone working
with the Diva Acoustical Ceiling
has read and understands these
instructions.
Always observe and comply
with the Warnings and
Cautions posted on the system
equipment.
Failure to comply with Warnings
and Cautions in this document
can result in damage to property
or serious injury.
Safety Precautions
Throughoutthisdocumentyoumayndcautionsandwarningswhicharedenedasfollows:
• WARNING: Failure to follow the instruction could result in serious injury or damage to property.
• CAUTION: Failure to follow the instruction could result in minor injury or damage to property.
Read all of these safety instructions before using the equipment.
* Save the wood blocks from the tower frame and ceiling truss packaging.
They will later be used during the tower assembly.
The following tools are required for assembly.
• Assorted wrenches
• Cordless drill and cordless impact driver
• 3/8", 1/2" and 9/16" hex nut bit
• Rubber mallet
• 24" (610 mm) carpenters' square
• 9/32" and 25/64" drill bit
• Chalk line
• Box level
• Phillips screwdriver
• Hex wrench set
• 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" drive sockets
• 7/16" deep well socket and drive adapter
• Ratchet
• Anglender
• 100" (2.5 meter) measuring tapes (2)
• 25' (8 meter) tape rule
• Claw hammer
• Caulk gun
• Rivet gun
Required Tools
!WARNING !WARNING !WARNING

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Fasteners
The fasteners shown below are contained in various Diva hardware kits.
Any fasteners remaining when an the installation is complete can be discarded.
Button Head Screw,
3/8-16 x 1"
Carriage Bolt, 1/4-20 x 3-1/2"
Screw, Self-drill,
1/4-14 x 3/4"
Hex Head Screw, 3/8-16 x 3-1/2"
Lock Nut,
1/4-20
Lock Nut,
1/2-13
Lock Nut,
3/8-16
Hex nut,
5/16-18
Tapping Screw,
5/6 x 1"
Carriage Bolt, 1/2-13 x 4"
Screw, Pan Head,
10-24 x 5/8"
Screw, Self-drill,
1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
Hex Jam Nut,
1-8
Hex Head Screw,
3/8-16 x 2-1/4"
Tapping Screw,
1/4-20 x 1/2"
Screw, Sheet Metal,
10-18 x 3/4"
Hex Head Screw, 1/2-13 x 2"
Screw, Self-drill,
1/4-20 x 1"
Rivet, Blind, Tri-Fold,
0.19 Dia Screw, Self-drill,
#10-16 x 0.75"

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Ceiling Assembly Description
Lift Line
Stage rigging lift line.
Batten
Stage rigging pipe batten.
Turnbuckle Assembly
Used to level the ceiling assembly.
Hanger Arm Assembly
Connects the ceiling assembly
to the stage rigging.
Truss Assembly
Structural component
that also serves as an
electrical raceway.
Ceiling Panel
Providesthesoundreective
surface for the ceiling assembly.
Bowstring
Structural component used to
suspend the ceiling panel when
in the performance position.

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To avoid damage to surfaces:
• Always wear gloves during assembly and installation.
• Lay any nished surfaces onto the cardboard and
foam packaging to help protect from damage.
• During assembly, dropped hardware can roll under
other components and cause damage to nished
surfaces.
Before Installation
Note: The weight of each ceiling assembly is calculated and does not include the weight of the rigging
or rigging hardware.
Note: UnlessspecicallyagreedbyWengerCorporation,allriggingandrigginghardwareisfurnished
by the general contractor or facility owner.
Make sure that all rigging and
rigging hardware is capable of
lifting the calculated weight of
the ceiling assemblies.
Components can be heavy or
dicult to handle and may
require three or more people
working together to lift or
assemble.
Personnel must always wear a
safety harness when working
above the oor surface.
1. Read and understand the entire ceiling installation section before starting the installation.
2. Make sure that all personnel installing (including any temporary workers)
are trained and understand the installation procedure.
3. Review all installation drawings and reference drawings.
Save these drawings for future reference.
4. Make sure that all items on the shipment packing list are present.
!CAUTION
!WARNING
!CAUTION
!WARNING

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Assemble the Truss
1. Assemblethersttrussassemblyunderthebattenorcablesasfollows.
a. Attach a truss splice into the lower channel of the truss using one 1/4-14 x 3/4" self-drilling
screwontheupstageside.Tightenonlyngertightuntilallscrewsareinstalled.
b. Attach a truss splice bar into the upper channel of the truss using
two1/4-14x3/4"self-drillingscrews.Tightenonlyngertightuntilallscrewsareinstalled.
c. When all screws are installed and the trusses are aligned, tighten all screws.
d. Make sure that the truss caps are installed.
2. Find and mark the center location of the truss assembly.
Ceiling Installation
Always refer to the installation drawings for the location and arrangement of
ceiling panels.
STOP
Truss Splice Bar
Self-drilling Screw,
1/4-14 x 3/4"
Truss
Splice
Truss Cap
Truss
Truss Assembly
Truss Cap
First
Truss
Truss
Splice Bar
Truss Splice
Additional
Truss
Self-drilling Screw,
1/4-14 x 3/4"
Find and mark the
center location on the
Truss Assembly.
Upstage

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Ceiling Installation (continued)
Mark the Stage Area
1. Mark the centerline of the stage as follows. Refer to the illustration below.
a. Make sure that the line sets are in the correct position.
b. Mark the mid point downstage between the two sides of the proscenium.
c Measure an equal distance from the two sides of the proscenium and mark the mid point upstage as
shown in the illustration below.
d. Snap a chalk line between the mid points marked upstage and downstage.
Downstage
Upstage
Stage Left Stage Right
Measure an Equal Distance
Measure an Equal Distance
Strike a Chalk Line on the
Stage Centerline marked
from the intersection of
the two measurements.
Proscenium Opening
Measure an Equal
Distance
Measure an Equal
Distance
Batten
Mark the Stage Centerline position
on the Batten using the Plumb Line.
Batten at the Lowest Position
above the Stage Floor
Lift Lines
Chalked Stage
Centerline
Typical Stage
2. Place the battens or lift lines at the lowest position and mark the stage centerline position on the batten.

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Attach the Hanger Arms to the Batten
Note: Always refer to the installation drawings for the location and arrangement of components.
1. Lower the batten to a working height.
2. Attach hanger assemblies to the batten at the locations indicated on the installation drawings as follows.
a. Remove a turnbuckle assembly with attached pipe clamp from the hanger kit hardware bag.
b. Remove the lock nut/hex head screw or the cotter key/cross pin that attach the pipe clamp
to the turnbuckle upper jaw.
Save this hardware for reattachment.
c. Adjust the turnbuckle to a position midway between the upper jaw and the lower jaw.
Ceiling Installation (continued)
Pipe Clamp
Turnbuckle Assembly
Lock Nut
or
Cross Pin
Hex Head Screw
or
Cotter Key
Upper Jaw
Lower Jaw

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Ceiling Installation (continued)
e. Reattach the turnbuckle upper jaw to the pipe clamp using the hardware set aside in step 2b.
If using a cotter key, bend the ends in opposite directions around pin to secure cotter key.
f. Attach other turnbuckle assemblies to the batten by repeating steps 2a to 2e.
Batten
Batten
Pipe
Clamp
Turnbuckle
Assembly
Turnbuckle
Assembly
Lift Lines
Batten
Lift Line
Batten
Pipe Clamp
Pipe
Clamp
Pipe
Clamp
Attach the Hanger Arms to the Batten (continued)
2. continued...
d. At the proper locations, attach the pipe clamp to the batten using two hex head screws and tighten
securely.