Elite Screens 062310-JA User Manual

Kestrel Series

Kestrel Tension Series

Electric Floor Rising

Projection

Screen

USER’S GUIDE

Rev. 062310-JA

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Kestrel Accessories

Keep away from children

Keep hands clear from the closing panels

Qty 1

5-12V Trigger

Qty 1

IR “eye” Receiver

Qty 1

Radio Frequency

Remote Control

Qty 1

Infrared

Remote Control

Qty 1

Low Voltage 3-way

Wall Switch

Qty 2

AAA batteries

Kestrel

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES

1. Please read this manual before use and follow the procedures specified:
a. Please retain this manual for future reference.
b. To avoid any damages to the screen, do not use any accessories or parts

not recommended by Elite Screens.
c. Handle the device carefully during transportation.
d. Do not set up screen on uneven surfaces.
e. T o prevent electrical shock or fire; never over load the power cord, and

avoid contacting the motorized components with liquids or foreign objects.

2. The tubular motor equipped in the electric screen series Home 2, CineTension2,
VMAX Plus3/4, Kestrel and Raptor models feature an overheat protection sensor.
If the screen is consecutively brought up and down between 3-4 minutes, the motor
will automatically shut-off to prevent the motor from sustaining damage through
overheating. If the automatic shutoff is activated, please allow 30 minutes cool down
before resuming operation.

3. The Kestrel Series Screen is equipped with a strong tension cross-spring system.
Please do not attempt any unnecessary repairs. It is at your own risk to open the inside
cover or dismantle/work on the screen. Individual modifications to this product are
prohibited and will void the user’s warranty.

4. When using the screen, please
a. Avoid strong wind, rain, or electrical storms.
b. No direct sunshine (UV Radiation) or moisture.
c. Keep away from fire sources and high temperature devices.
d. Turn off t he power before moving this product.

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NOTE:

ON OFF

 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit s for a Class B

digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Guidelines.

 The products are designed t o provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential/commercial installation and end user application and
may radiate radio frequency energy.

 However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1. The power outlet should be close to the unit and easily accessible.

2.

Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

3. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

4. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

5. Consult t he dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician f or additional help.

SCREEN OPERATION

Setup:

Floor Electric Screen as shown in the pictures below.

Connect the screen to the power supply and
ready for use.

Power:

About the Control System:

1.

5-

screen to synchronize its rise and drop with the projectors power cycle. The screen rises when
the projector powers up and retracts when the projector powers down.

2. IR (Infrared) and RF (Radio Frequency):

RF receivers that enable the consumer to use either the IR remote control with direct line of
sight through the screen’s IR receiver window. The RF remote is best used when the screen is
concealed or long distance control is required. The RF technology therefore does not require
line of sight directly to the screen’s IR receiver window.

Remove the controls and wiring from the compartment on the left side of

12V Trigger Input:

The built-in 5-

the Kestrel

switch the power button on. Now it is

12V trigger input for your new Elite Kestrel allows your

The Kestrel Series screen includes both IR and

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