Kodak EKTAGRAPHIC III manual

Operating Manual PRESENTATION TECHNOLOGIES KO D A K EKT A GRAPHIC III Slide Pr ojector s[...]

Impor tant Safety Instructions When using your projector , always follo w basic safety precautions: 1. Read and understand all instructions before using this equipment. 2. Operate this projector with 110- to 125-volt 60 Hz current only . Incorrect voltage can cause projector malfunction. See “ Startup ” on page 3 for Models III BR and III ABR, [...]

Operating Manual KO DA K EKT A GRAPHIC III Slide Pr ojector s[...]

Congratulations! Y ou have just purchased a K OD AK EKT A GRAPHIC III Slide Projector with a K ODAK Extra Bright Lamp Module. This new lamp module procides 30% greater light intensity so your images look brighter, richer and more saturated. This module features a “Lamp On” indicator on the lamp module door.[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 1 Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

2 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Overview FR ONT RIGHT B A CK RIGHT B ASE 1 – T r ay 2 – Lock Ring 3 – Storage Compartment/Remote 4 – Ele vating F oot 5 – Ele vating Adjustment Wheel 6 – Ele vating F oot Release Button 7 – Lens 8 – View er (Model A TS) 9 – F ocus Knob 10 – A utof ocus (Models A, AMT , & A TS) 11 – S[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 3 Intr oduction T ake the time to read the instructions in this operating manual to become familiar with your K OD AK EKT A GRAPHIC III Slide Projector and how to operate it properly . Operation Star tup Models III BR and ABR Only Important Before you turn on your new KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III BR or ABR Slide Proje[...]

4 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation EKT A GRAPHIC III BR and ABR Slide Projectors hav e a sensing capability to automatically set the proper power c ycle (50 or 60 Hz). This eliminates the need to manually change the two-position switch included on models manufactured before No vember 1996. These projectors are shipped with a detachab[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 5 Operation Models A, AMT and ATS Open the storage compartment and remov e the remote control. Plug the 5-pin cable remote connector into the remote-control receptacle, aligning the raised dot with the metallic rivet head . This receptacle also accepts plugs for accessories, such as K odak dissolve controls. Pl[...]

6 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation Loading the Slide T ra y A K ODAK EKT AGRAPHIC Uni versal Slide T ray is designed to hold up to 80 slides. Be sure that your slide mounts are in good condition; frayed or bent mounts may fail to drop into the projector . A variety of slide trays are av ailable with capacity up to 140 slides. See you[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 7 Operation Front-Screen Projection Remov e the lock ring by turning it countercloc kwise and lifting it off. Check each slide’ s orientation (horizontal or vertical), and arrange them in the order you wish to show them. Then turn the slides upside down . Number each mount in the upper right-hand corner of th[...]

8 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation Replace the lock ring by turning it clockwise until it is secure Rear -Screen Projection Y ou can easily adapt a sho w from front- to rear-screen projection. Remov e each slide from the tray and turn it ar ound (keeping the slide upside do wn). This will gi ve the projected slide a mirror image on t[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 9 Operation Tray Place the loaded slide tray on the projector . Align the tray index bar with the gate index . The tray will drop into position. Remo ving the T ra y To remove the slide tray: • press the select bar all the way down • align the tray index bar with the gate index . Y ou can then lift off the [...]

10 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation Pr ojecting Y our Slides Lens T o insert a lens , push the focus knob up and position the lens gear teeth on the lens barrel with the notch on the projector . Lamp Slide the power switch to half lamp (for longer lamp life) or lamp (for maximum brightness). Y ou may want to keep a spare K ODAK EC La[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 11 Operation Forward and Reverse Press the forward b utton on the projector or the remote control to project the first slide. T o change slides, briefly press the forward or re verse buttons. Focus Focus your first slide using the f ocus knob on the projector or the focus button on the remote control. A utof[...]

12 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation Screen Image Use the elev ating foot to horizontally center the projected image on the screen. T o release the foot, press the release b utton , while lifting the front of the projector to the desired height. Use the elev ating wheel to make fine adjustments. If the image is not le vel, make an ad[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 13 Operation Reading Light T o illuminate a small area for reading, lift the reading light cov er while the projector lamp is on. Standb y Light (Model E Plus only) A glowing standby light indicates a “ready” condition. In a dissolve program, it indicates that • both projectors are receiving power • bot[...]

14 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation Important All equipment, cables, and connectors used with the special-application receptacle must be assembled by qualified electronic personnel All circuits connected electrically to the projector through this receptacle must hav e a rating of not more than 30 V (rms) and must comply with Underwr[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 15 Operation Choosing a Curved- or Flat-Field Lens The lens you select depends on ho w you use your projector and what type of slide mount you use. So that you may choose the lens that best meets your needs, we do not include a lens with the projector . T o obtain the best results of a projected image, insert s[...]

16 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation LD 75 mm 13.3’ 100 mm 17.7’ 125 mm 22.2’ 150 mm 26.6’ 175 mm 31.0’ 200 mm 35.4’[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 17 Operation Editing Y our Presentation Remo ving the Loc k Ring T o add or remov e slides in the tray , you must first remove the lock ring . T urn the ring counterclockwise and lift off. Remo ving a Slide Rotate the tray to the slide you wish to remove. Firmly press and hold do wn the select bar to eject the[...]

18 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation Clearing a Gate Jam T o remov e a defecti ve slide or foreign object stuck in the projector gate, you need to remov e the tray . • Slide the tray release latch in the direction of the arrow , and • with your other hand, lift off the back of the tray . Rotate the metal plate on the bottom of the[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 19 Operation Using the Built-In Viewer (Model A TS Only) Important Before opening the viewer, you must remove the projection lens from the projector. Remo ving the Lens T urn the focus knob to the horizontal position. Push the knob to ward the top of the projector as you withdraw the lens . Opening the Viewer G[...]

20 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Operation Reinserting the Lens T o reinsert the lens , push the focus knob up and position the lens gear teeth on the lens barrel with the notch on the projector . Using a Dissolve Contr ol One of the more common uses for a dissolve control is a simple tw o-projector fade. This feature fades do wn the light [...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 21 Maintenance T o ensure a long life and trouble-free operation for your projector: • Allow the air to f low freely around the projector . • Do not recirculate warm air . • Keep the projector dust free. • If your projector is chilled, bring it to room temperature before operating. Projection Lamps Quar[...]

22 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Maintenance Changing the Pr ojection Lamp Slide the po wer switch to Off and unplug the projector . Allo w the projector and lamp to cool for about 10 minutes. Push the lamp-module release button and remov e the lamp module . Y ou can replace it with a ne w lamp module or replace only the lamp. Note: There i[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 23 Maintenance Cleaning the Condenser , Heat-Absorbing Glass, and Mirr or T o clean the condenser , heat-absorbing glass, or mirror , you must disassemble the lamp module. Slide the power switch to Off and unplug the projector. Allow the projector to cool about 10 minutes. Push the lamp-module release button an[...]

24 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Maintenance Condenser Lens Y ou can clean the condenser lens in place, or by pulling it out. W ear gloves to pre vent fingerprints. Heat-Absorbing Glass (Models without K OD AK Extra Bright Lamp Module) Caution The heat-absorbing glass is fragile. Handle it only when cool. The heat-absorbing glass easily re[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 25 Maintenance Reassembling the Lamp Module T o reassemble the lamp module, you will need to align and insert each tab into its appropriate slot . Start with the tabs in the rear of the lamp module. Insert the remainder of the tabs into slots until all 7 tabs on the top and 2 on the bottom are secured. Insert t[...]

26 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Maintenance Mirror T o clean the mirror , in vert the lamp module to reach the mirror . Gently clean the mirror with a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with lens cleaner . When your maintenance is complete, push the lamp module back into the projector . Thermal Fuses Y our projector has two thermal fuses that[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 27 T r oubleshooting Consult this guide before calling for service. PROBLEM CA USE CORRECTION Projector does not operate No power to projector Plug po wer cord into suitable electrical outlet. Set power s witch to Lamp . No illumination on screen with slide in projector gate P ower s witch on Off or F an Set s [...]

28 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Troubleshooting Slide f ails to drop into projection position T r a y base plate not properly index ed Rotate the tra y base plate until it locks into position. T r a y not properly positioned on projector Reposition tra y on projector. Slide mount warped or fray ed at corners slide. Straighten mount or remo[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 29 W arranty K odak warrants this KOD AK EKT A GRAPHIC Slide Projector to function properly for four years from the date of purchase. If this K ODAK EKT AGRAPHIC Slide Projector does not function properly within the warranty period, upon submission of dated proof of purchase, K odak will repair it without charg[...]

30 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector Ho w to Obtain Ser vice Assistance U.S.: 1-800-242-2424 Canada: 1-800-465-6325 www.kodak.com/go/projectors To obtain service or for assistance in using your KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC Slide Projector, contact the Kodak Information Center at 1-800-242-2424 , Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern time). In C[...]

KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 31 Appendix A Special-Application Receptacle Identification Chart Contacts Function Description 1 & 3 Zero-P osition Switch (Models A and E Plus) Connects to an internal single-pole single-throw nor mally open s witch. Contacts are closed when the slide tray is at an y position other than zero . These lead[...]

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Part No. 5B905 12/98 Revision ©EastmanKodak Company Printed In U.S.A. PRESENTATION TECHNOLOGIES Presentation Technologies EASTMAN KODKCOMPANY Rochester, New York 14650 www.kodak.com/go/projectors K odak, Ektagraphic, and kodalux are trademarks.[...]