Stewart Filmscreen Corp 4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask - Manual (Page 17)

4-Way ScreenWall ElectriMask: Owner’s Manual 15
Connecting the Video Interface Control System (VICS)
Note: The VICS option should not be used for the horizontal masking
system.
The VICS enables up and down operation of the mask in conjunction with a
projector, tuner, VCR, cable box, or switched AC outlet.
Preparing the connection
Before making the electrical connections, you need:
‹ An available AC constant power source
‹ A 4-conductor cable (14ga)
Making the connection
Figure 13 illustrates the connections.
1. Use a screwdriver to open the VICS unit.
2. Feed the other end of the 4-conductor cable through the romex
connector on the VICS unit.
3. Connect wires to the terminal block. For horizontal masking
panels, connect the black motor lead to the black terminal block
and the red motor lead to the red terminal block.For vertical
masking panels, connect the red motor lead to the black terminal
block and the black motor lead to the red terminal block.
4. Secure the clamp on the romex connector.
5. Replace the cover on the VICS.
6. Plug the AC power cord of the VICS into the AC outlet.
7. Attach the 12V trigger wire to the jack in the VICS.
To AC Power Source
To 12V Trigger Wire to
Projector
Romex Connector
4-Conductor Cable (14ga Recommended)
Terminal Block
LED
Figure 13: VICS connection
4-pin conductors