ELITE SCREENS VMAX 3 Series Electric Projection Screen Installation Guide

ELITE SCREENS VMAX 3 Series Electric Projection Screen

Specifications

• Product Name: VMAX Tab-Tension 3 Series Electric Wall/Ceiling Tab-Tensioned Projection Screen
• User’s Guide: E/H type (RC1) V1.0
• Website:www.elitescreens.com

Product Information

• The Elite Screens VMAX 3 Series Electric Projection Screen is a high-quality projection screen designed for wall or ceiling mounting.
• It features tab-tensioning to ensure a flat surface for optimal image quality.
• Please read the following instructions carefully to ensure proper usage and maintenance of your screen.

Product Usage Instructions

Pre-Installation

1. Carefully unpack the screen.
2. Handle the screen upright on a level, clean surface.
3. Avoid contact with foreign particles such as dust, sawdust, and liquids.

Mounting Instructions

• Regardless of the mounting method, ensure that the screen is securely supported to prevent vibration or pulling on the viewing surface that could cause the casing to become loose or fall.
• Use appropriate anchors to safely secure the screen to the mounting surface.

Hardware and Parts List

• Bracket x 2
• M5x11mm screws x 4
• M5 Nut x 4
• M5x50 screw & Bubble screw x 4
• Dry-wall anchor x 6
• Level
• Wall/Ceiling mount bracket x 2

FAQ

Q: Can I make modifications to the screen?

• A: Individual modifications to the screen are prohibited and will void the supplier’s warranty. Contact the Elite Screens Customer Service Team for any questions.

Q: Can I use the included wall screws for all mounting surfaces?

• A: The wall screws included are complementary and may not be adequate for all surfaces. Consult with a professional installer or hardware store for proper mounting screws and anchors.

Thank you for your purchase of an Elite Screens VMAX 3 Series Electric Projection Screen.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future use. If this product is passed to a third party, then these instructions must be included.
• 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.
• To avoid damaging the unit, do not use any unauthorized accessories not recommended by the supplier.
• Handle the unit carefully during transportation to avoid any damage.
• 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 no 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 a need to use an extension cord, make sure the cord has an equal rating as the appliance to avoid overheating.
• 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 showers, and moisture.
• Keep away from fire sources and high temperatures 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 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.

WARNING

Individual modifications to this product are prohibited and will void the supplier’s warranty. Please contact the Elite Screens Customer Service Team with any questions.

FCC

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, according to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The product settings are designed to provide reasonable protection against any radio interference within a residential installation. If properly installed, the Evanesce Tab- Tension screen may suffer from RF interference from other home electronics. Although radio interference affecting other household electronics is unlikely, the following steps can be taken should RF interference occur.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna on the device that may be causing the interference.
• Increase the distance between the screen and the interfering device’s receiver.
• Connect the projection screen to another power source apart from the interfering device.

Pre-Installation

1. Carefully unpack the screen.
2. Always handle the screen upright on a level, clean surface.
3. Keep the screen out of contact with foreign particles such as dust, sawdust, and/or liquids.

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 casing to become loose or fall. Included mounting screws are complimentary and may not be appropriate for all mounting surfaces. Use appropriate anchors to safely secure the screen to the mounting surface or consult with a professional installer.

Hardware and Parts List

Installation Instructions

For installation assistance, please consult a professional Installer. Elite Screens is not liable for faulty installations.

A. Wall Mount

1. Measure the distance (A) between the screw holes at the end of brackets.
2. Drill two holes on the wall according to the distance (A) and insert the dry-wall anchor and M5x50 screw, leaving 4mm of the screw protruding from the wall.
   • Two or more people are required while one holds the screen in place.
3. Mount the product onto the screw.
4. Make sure the screen is properly leveled.

B. Ceiling Mount

Ceiling Mount

1. Attach the Bracket (A) to each side end cap using the M5x11 Bolt Screw and M5 Nut.
2. Measure the distance (B) between the screw holes on the brackets. Drill 3 holes on each side of the ceiling according to the distance B. Wood stud installation is recommended but if not available, use dry-wall anchors.
3. Insert the dry-wall anchor and secure using a hammer.
   • Two or more people are required while one holds the screen in place.
4. Align the hole position of the bracket with the drilled holes on the ceiling, and secure with an M5x50 screw.
5. Make sure the screen is properly leveled.

C. Wall Mount

This mount method allows the screen to slide horizontally.

1. Determine where the screen will be installed. Then, measure and mark the distance between the top and bottom screw holes from each Wall/Ceiling mount bracket (F).
2. Drill a hole on all marked points and install the brackets with the dry-wall anchor(C), and M5x60 screw (B), Make sure both brackets are properly leveled.
3. Hang the screen by placing the lower “catch” located on the back over the bracket’s upper “catch”.
4. After making sure the screen is secured, you can slide it to left / right around 80mm to properly center it in the bracket’s position.
   • The sliding bracket at the back of the screen supports the customer to adjust its position a little bit while the screen has position issue, it can slide around 80mm from the center of the sliding bracket at the back of the screen. (Fig.
   • Two or more people are required while one holds the screen in place.
   • Noticed of sliding bracket application: Please make sure the adjustment of the sliding bracket is within the 80mm range from the center of the bracket, it allows a customer to slide the casing a little bit to adjust the position to the correct one while the bracket has a tolerance of installation. (A = 80mm)

Controls and Accessories

VMAX 2 Series | Controls and Accessories

Screen operation

Electric voltage: 100 ~ 110v.

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.

Ways to control the 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 the IR receiver.
2. RF Remote Control (Item B): The radio waves eliminate the need for a direct line of sight and have 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.

How to change the RF code (For use when multiple screens/RF remotes are owned, Fig.2)

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

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.

• Wired 5-12 volt trigger: Requires a 3.5mm to 3.5mm mono cable (not included)
• Step 1: Connect one end of the RJ50 cable to the screen and the other end to the Wall box controller.
• Step 2: Then connect one end of 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.
• The projector is on, and the screen drops
• A projector is 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 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.
• Step 1: 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 a 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.

ADVANCED Programming Key Instructions: (FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY)

• The wall box controller must be connected to the screen.
• 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 to 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 adjusting the desired drop position, reset it to the factory’s default position per the instructions below.

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.
   • Press & hold the “Programming Key”, then press the “Down key” on the Wall Box Controller. The LED will flash 5 times to confirm the new programmed drop position.
   • PROGRAMMING NOTE:
   • The programmed vertical drop position will have a +/- 2″ tolerance, which will depend on the temperature of the installed screen environment.
2. Clear/Reset the Screen’s Drop Position to factory default:
   • Press & hold the “Programming Key + “Stop key” on the wall box controller.

• For more information, support, or your local Elite Screens contact, please visit www.elitescreens.com
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Documents / Resources

| ELITE SCREENS VMAX 3 Series Electric Projection Screen [pdf] Installation Guide
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References

• Cinema Quality Projector Screens | Elite Screens
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