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VCB ARTISAN/SERIES E SURFACE MOUNTED VIDEO CONFERENCING BACKGROUND

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Draper, Inc.; Wall and ceiling surface mounted front projection screens.
This section is based on the products of Draper, Inc., which is located at:
411 S. Pearl P. O. Box 425
Spiceland, IN 47385-0425
Toll Free Tel: 800-238-7999
Tel: 765-987-7999
Fax: 866-637-5611
Email:request info ()
Web:
[Click Here] for additional information.
Draper manufactures the best and most complete line of projection screens in the world. We want to help you incorporate these screens into the most effective presentation systems. Planning a projection system involves several steps: choosing the screen size, viewing surface, screen model and control system if required. For additional information, see Draper Screen Selection/Resource Center at.

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.

A. Electrically operated, surface mounted, video conferencing backgrounds.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

A. Division 5 - Metal Fabrications: Suspension systems for video conferencing backgrounds.

B. Section 06 40 00 - Architectural Woodwork.

C. Section 09 22 26 - Suspension Systems.

D. Section 09 26 13 - Gypsum Veneer Plastering.

E. Section 09 21 16.23 - Gypsum Board Shaft Wall Assemblies.

F. Section 09 51 23 - Acoustical Tile Ceilings.

G. Division 26 for electrical wiring, connections, and installation of remote control switches for video conferencing backgrounds.

1.3 REFERENCES

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.

A. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code.

B. NFPA 701-99 - Fire Tests for Flame-Resistant Textiles and Films.

C. GREENGUARD Environmental Institute Gold.

D. US Green Building Council.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.

2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

3. Installation methods.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below if no electrically operated screens.

C. Wiring diagram for electrically operated units.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain below for front projection screens where shop drawings are needed to understand relationships with adjoining work.

D. Shop Drawings: Shop drawings showing layout and types of video conferencing backgrounds. Show the following:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit below to suit screens specified and project conditions.

1. Location of video conferencing background centerline.

2. Location of wiring connections.

3. Detailed drawings for concealed mounting.

4. Connections to suspension systems.

5. Anchorage details.

6. Accessories.

7. Frame details.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.

E. Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.

F. Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Single Source Responsibility: Obtain each type of video conferencing background required from a single manufacturer as a complete unit, including necessary mounting hardware and accessories.

B. Coordination of Work: Coordinate layout and installation of video conferencing backgrounds with other construction supported by, or penetrating through, ceilings, including light fixtures, HVAC equipment, fire-suppression system, and partitions.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Do not deliver video conferencing backgrounds until building is enclosed and other construction where backgrounds will be installed is substantially complete.

B. Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.

C. Protect video conferencing backgrounds from damage during delivery, handling, storage, and installation.

1.7 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate work with installation of ceilings, walls, electric service power characteristics, and location.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Draper, Inc., which is located at: 411 S. Pearl P. O. Box 425; Spiceland, IN 47385-0425; Toll Free Tel: 800-238-7999; Tel: 765-987-7999; Fax: 866-637-5611; Email: request info (); Web:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.

B. Substitutions: Not permitted.

C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete from the following lists the types of front projection screens not used on the project.

2.2 MOTORIZED, SURFACE MOUNTED, VIDEO CONFERENCING BACKGROUNDS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete from the following paragraphs the types of surface mounted, motorized, front projection screens not used on the project.

A. VCB Artisan/Series E: Electric motor operated, with hardwood or plastic laminate case. Wall or ceiling mounted. Housing designed with internal junction box and plug-in wiring connections to allow housing to be installed and connected to building power supply separately from motor and background.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the Hardwood Case style and hardwood case material or the Plastic Laminate case and color from following paragraphs and delete the paragraph not required. Note that plastic laminate is only available in a rectilinear style. If Custom hardwood or laminate is required, define in the space provided.

1. Case Options:

a. Hardwood Case

a) Styles.

a) Radius.

b) Rectilinear.

c) Traditional.

d) Bevel.

b) Solid Hardwood Case Material.

a) Natural Maple.

b) Natural Cherry.

c) Light Oak.

d) Medium Oak.

e) Walnut.

f) Medium Cherry.

g) Mahogany.

h) Custom Wood ______.

b. Plastic Laminate Case (7/16 inch particleboard, 45 lb. Density, rectilinear styling).

a) White.

b) Beige

c) Dove Grey.

d) Burgundy.

e) Black.

f) Custom Color ______.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following motor paragraphs and delete the paragraph not required. Note that there are size limitations with quiet motors. Contact manufacturer for additional information.

2. Motor mounted inside roller on rubber isolation insulators. Motor UL certified, rated 110-120V AC, 60 Hz, three wire, instantly reversible, lifetime lubricated with pre-set accessible limit switches.

3. Quiet Motor mounted inside roller on rubber isolation insulators. Motor operates at 44db and is UL certified, rated 110-120V AC, 60 Hz, three wire, instantly reversible, lifetime lubricated with pre-set accessible limit switches.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select controls and wall and/or remote-control switches required for project. Delete from the following paragraphs the types of controls and switches not used on the project. Coordinate the compatibility of multiple control selections.

4. Controls, UL certified.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options b, c, d, e, h, i, j, k, or l.

a. Single station control rated 115V AC, 60 Hz with 3-position rocker switch with cover plate to stop or reverse background at any point.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options a, c, d, e, h, i, j, k, or l.

b. Multiple station control rated 115V AC, 60 Hz with 3-position rocker switches with cover plates to stop or reverse background at any point. Automatic override allows only one signal to reach the motor when operated simultaneously.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options a, b, g, h, j, k, or l.

c. Low voltage control unit with three button 24V switches and cover plate to stop or reverse background at any point, built-in RF receiver, built-in Video Interface Control trigger for 3V-28V, RS232, and dry contact relays.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options a, b, g, h, j, k, or l.

d. Low voltage 24V control unit with hand held RF remote three button control switch to stop or reverse background at any point, built-in RF receiver, built-in Video Interface Control trigger for 3V-28V, RS232, and dry contact relays.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options a, b, g, h, j, k, or l.

e. Low voltage 24V control unit with hand held IR remote three button control switch to stop or reverse background at any point, built-in RF receiver, built-in Video Interface Control trigger for 3V-28V, RS232, and dry contact relays.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options g, h, i, j, k, or l.

f. Key Operated power supply switch to control power to control system.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options d, e, f, h, i, j, k, or l.

g. Locking switch cover plate for limited access to three position switch.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options a, b, c, d, e, f, g, i, j, k, or l.

h. Key operated 3-position control switch rated 115V AC, 60 Hz to stop or reverse background at any point.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Not compatible with options a, b, f, g, h, j, k, or l.

i. 3-position low voltage control switch with key locking cover plate rated 24V to stop or reverse background at any point.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following Video Interface Control and delete the remaining. Note that Video Interface Control is not compatible with low voltage control unit. Delete all of the following three paragraphs if video interface control is not required. Not compatible with options a. through j.

j. Video Interface Control for use with equipment with a 115V switched outlet.

k. Video Interface Control for use with equipment with a 12V switched outlet.

l. Video Interface Control for use with equipment with a 6V switched outlet.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Left hand motor location is standard. Right hand location is optional (screen will be reverse rolled). Select required paragraph and delete paragraph not required.

m. Motor shall be right mounted (background will be reverse rolled).

n. Motor shall be left mounted.

5. Background Type:

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the screen type from the following paragraphs and delete those not required. Note that there are size limitations with some viewing surfaces. Contact manufacturer for additional information.

a. Custom Printed – Digital images provided to Draper will be printed using CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow and black) latex inks, which are UL ECOLOGO Certified and GREENGUARD GOLD Certified.

b. Neutral – Foam coated plain weave fabric in neutral colors to reduce interference. PVC-free. Fabric thickness: 0.02 inches. Fabric weight: 14.5 ounces per square yard. Select from [Canvas] [Chalk] [Charcoal] [Khaki] [Marine] [Pewter].

c. Neutral – 70% polyester/30% polyester blend fabric in neutral Slate color to reduce interference. PVC free. Fabric thickness: 0.025 inches. Fabric weight: 13.5 ounces.

d. Chroma Key Green - Green flexible PVC surface for video production where you need the background to "disappear." Matte finish. Flame retardant, tear resistant, and wrinkle resistant. Offers excellent uniformity and consistent surface color edge to edge. Works effectively throughout 180 degree viewable range.

Chroma Key Green - Green flexible PVC surface for video production where you need the background to "disappear." Matte finish. Flame retardant, tear resistant, and wrinkle resistant. Offers excellent uniformity and consistent surface color edge to edge. Works effectively throughout 180 degree viewable range.** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the screen format and size required for the project. Delete the paragraphs not required.

6. Background Size H x W.

a) 70 x 70 inches (178 x 178 cm)

b) 84 x 70 inches (213 x 178 cm)

c) 96 x 70 inches (244 x 178 cm)

d) 70 x 84 inches (178 x 213 cm)

e) 84 x 84 inches (213 x 213 cm)

f) 96 x 84 inches (244 x 213 cm)

g) 70 x 96 inches (178 x 244 cm)

h) 84 x 96 inches (213 x 244 cm)

i) 96 x 96 inches (244 x 244 cm)

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** If an extra screen drop is required for the project, fill in the drop height and select one of the following paragraphs. Total screen height cannot exceed 8 feet (2.44 m). Select viewing surface color or black. Matching the viewing surface is standard for AV format, black is standard for all other formats. If not required, delete both paragraphs.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following front projection screen if not used on the project.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.

B. Verify rough-in openings are properly prepared.

C. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.

B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Install video conferencing backgrounds with cases in position and relationship to adjoining construction as indicated, securely anchored to supporting substrate, and in manner that produces a smoothly operating unit with plumb and straight vertical edges and plumb and flat surfaces when background is lowered.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select manual or electrically operated screens from the following two paragraphs as required by the project requirements.

C. Test electrically operated units to verify that video conferencing background, controls, limit switches, closure and other operating components are in optimum functioning condition.

3.4 PROTECTION

A. Protect installed products until completion of project.

B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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