AV Franklin VARIO User guide

VARIO

INSTRUCTION FOR MOBILE PROJECTION SCREENS

VARIO 32 AND VARIO 64

CENTRE SUPPORT

Consists of plug in elements with interlocking
and safety bolts. Adaptable to any frame size

FOLDABLE LEGS

Standard delivery VARIO 64: AT32/64 and VARIO 32: T32 legs.
According to the size of the projection screen ve dierent leg
types are available

WING SCREWS

Yellow bag for wing screws and leg connectors

PROJECTION SCREEN BAG

Lined storage bag for projection screen

SOFTBAG WITH WHEELS

padded , tearproof nylonbag

with wheels and carrying straps

small 128x25x30 cm

big 133x31x35 cm

FRAME VARIO

Modular plug-in frame system

Basic frame (4 corners)

VARIO 32: 210x210 cm, 210x180 cm,

supplementary frame components

Hardened aluminum alloy guarantees

highest stability at lowest product weight

VARIO 64: 210x210 cm or

210x160 cm oder 78x78 cm

folded, standard and

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION

GENERAL

QUALITY AND SAFETY:
This projection screen is in accordance with the safety regulations in DIN standard 19045. The

screen fabric is comply with DIN 4102 part 1 and the specications of the according data sheet.

WARRANTY:

The warranty period for production deciencies is 5 years for the frame elements and 24 months

for the projection surface. Mobile projection screens are developed for indoor use only. Any damage and
consequential damage caused by outdoor use is not covered by warranty.

FRAME ELEMENTS:
The frame elements, legs and additional elements are maintenance-free!

PROJECTION SURFACE:
The projection surface is packed into a separate soft bag to avoid any damage by the frame parts,
bleaching and discoloration. Additionally following handling instructions have to be adhered to:

! Do not bring printed and coloring objects (instructions, magazines, etc.) in contact with the
projection surface !

! Do not mark the projection surface !

Colors penetrate the projection surface and cannot be cleaned anymore!
Store the projection surface cleaned and dry at room temperature only!
The projection surface has to be folded with the front layer inside; in order to avoid soil and
damage.

When transporting the projection surface at low temperatures, do not unfold the surface unless
it has reached its full elasticity at room temperature. Otherwise there is the risk of cold break of the
projection screen. When folding the projection surface, insert the enclosed foamed plastic foil between
snap buttons and surface to avoid permanent marks.

CLEANING OF THE PROJECTION SURFACE:
Use a white clean cotton cloth saturated with clear water (optionally mild soap water) and gently
wipe the area in one direction (no circular motion). Wipe dry with another cotton cloth.
To clean a stubborn stain, use methylated spirit and follow the same procedure.
Clean rear projection surfaces in case of imperative only!

Subject to modications, errors expected !

VARIO FRAME COMPONENTS

FRAME SET UP

All components of the mobile projection screen are labeled.
For assembly, start with the basic frame. Unfold the corner elements 1 to 4. Do not engage the shear
joints now and lay out the components according to their labeling. The standard elements 5 (110cm) and
supplementary frame components 6 (below 110cm) have to be inserted according to their labeling (see
sketch above). In case of two supplementary frame components 6 and (6) per frame side, the standard
elements 5 (110cm) have to be placed in between of the two supplementary frame components 6 and (6).
Engaging the shear joints ensures the maximum screen stability.

CONNECTION TYPES

Depending on the application and screen size two dierent connection types are available for VARIO.

VARIO

The quick and easy plug-in connection for small to medium sizes when installed with legs.

VARIO LOCK

The plug-in connection with additional locking for larger screens and/or “ying- screen“ mounting.
A simple 90 ° rotation and the connection is secured. No tool is required.

90°

FRAME SET UP

Engaging the shear joints ensures the maximum
screen stability.

CENTRE SUPPORT AND HORIZONTAL STRUT

The center support consists of a prole „centre support bottom“ 7 and a prole „centre support top“ 8 and

according to the screen size, and additionally of parts “standard component - centre support“ 9 (110cm) and

a “supplementary component-centre support“ 10. These components are assembled so that the prole

“centre support“ 7 and 8 are placed with the clamp facing outside. Slide the centre support between top and
bottom edge of the assembled screen frame, align it centrically and secure the centre support with the wing
screws. VARIO and VARIO LOCK are supplied with one middle strut and middle leg from a width of 700cm.

At very high projection screens in addition to the center supports a horizontal strut is tted. Please follow

the enclosed set up scheme.

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FOLDABLE LEGS FOR VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT

The legs are foldable for compact transport volume. All prole elements are connected with snap joints

or hinges inseparable.

MOUNTING

1 First open the vertical elements of the legs (with holes) 2-3 The snap joints engage automatically. 4 To
secure the legs by a single person, we recommend the use of set up supports.
Slide on with the upper round steel fork two set up supports each on the legs and center supports. Lay
on the legs on the bottom bow and align the hole pattern matching the connection points at the desired
set-up height. (Please follow the separate instructions for set up support). 5 The feet are secured with
two wing screws on the lower vertical frame element and the clamp connectors are attached at the top
of the feet 6.

Note: Please nd the instructions for telescopic support attachment under chapter SET UP

Projection screen
frame

Foldable legs

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5 6

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LEG TYPES

T 32

220 cm

min: 6cm
max: 82cm

Please mind the maximum set-up height of the legs:

min: minimum height of the bottom edge of the frame
max: maximum height of the bottom edge of the frame without additional safeguarding

Set-up heights are points of reference and have to be adapted in accordance with the
screen size and ambient conditions. Set-up heights are based on absolute vertical alignment at indoors

without additional force eects (e.g.: wind, air condition draught,..)

When a high degree of stability is needed, especially with large screens or a high set-up
height, we recommend using following legs: AT 32 for VARIO 32 and AT48 or AT64 for VARIO 64. AT-Legs
have a telescopic support that is tightened with two wing screws.

AT 32

320 cm

min: 6cm
max: 113cm

AT 32/64

430 cm

min: 9cm
max: 146cm

AT 48

415 cm

min: 9cm
max: 161cm

AT 64

550 cm

min: 9cm
max: 176cm

SURFACE MOUNTING

Lay out the surface on the frame with the label „OBEN-TOP“ corresponding with the upper frame bar.

Press on the projection surface by starting at one corner and fasten the buttons one by one.
! Please mind the instructions for projection surfaces in chapter GENERAL !

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Corner plug
with slot

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SET UP

1 Lift the projection screen with one person at each of the top corners and put it up by supporting
the screen along the vertical frame elements.
To avoid mechanical overload and damage of the screen elements and legs with large screens or high
set-up height, the screen has to be raised with an appropriate number of persons or rather by using
hoisting devices.

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TELESCOPIC SUPPORT ATTACHMENT

2 Raise the telescopic support. 3 Untighten
the wing screws. 4 Bolt the telescopic support
with the wing screw M8x50mm (yellow).
5 Finally retighten the telescopic support clamp.

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BREAK DOWN

Open the shear joints and telescopic leg supports with one person next to each of the foldable legs.
Bring down the screen by supporting the screen along the legs and vertical frame elements towards the
top corner edges.

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ACCESSORIES

ANTI-SWAY BRACE

To increase the side-stability of the projection
screen the in length variable Anti-Sway Brace has
to be screwed on the leg and clamped to the basic
frame.

DRAPEKIT

To drape a projection screen with decoration
curtains. Depending on requirements, various
frame parts can be used to attach the drapes.
Valance Bar (top drape), Wing Bar (left and right
drape) and Skirt Bar (bottom drape - height
adjustable for aspect ratio change). Heavy drapes
have to be attached after the set up to avoid
damaging of frame parts!

EASYFLY

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SUSPENSION CLAMP WITH EYEBOLT

This adapters for Vario can be attached quickly

and easily at any point. The eyebolt xes the
adapter to the prole, oering professional hanging
possibilities. Available for prole sizes 32x32mm

and 64x32mm. max. load 30 kg/60 lbs.

FLIGHT CASE

As an option we oer sturdy, stackable transport

cases with rollers for all mobile projection screens.

Transport case small: size 123 x 38 cm, height 34 cm
Transport case large: size 134 x 38 cm, height 37 cm

SET UP SUPPORT

The optional available set up support allows an
easy mounting of the legs. By means of the 4
round bar holders the wings screws can be bolted
by one person only without holding the frame and
leg in position.

DRAPE RUNOFF

This universal and transportable Drape System
can be used as independent partition, to mark

out control areas or to allow exible room design.

A few elements combined with the telescopic

system suce to accomplish a variety of decorative

purposes – no tools required. The decoration
material is attached by Velcro fasteners.