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Operating Manual
KODAK
EKTAGRAPHIC III
Slide Projectors
PRESENTATION TECHNOLOGIES
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Important Safety Instructions When using your projector, always follow 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, which feature a multi-voltage selector.) 3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children, or others who may not understand the
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Operating Manual KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projectors
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Congratulations! You have just purchased a KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector with a KODAK 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.
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Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Overview FRONT RIGHT 1 – Tray 2 – Lock Ring 3 – Storage Compartment/Remote 4 – Elevating Foot 5 – Elevating Adjustment Wheel 6 – Elevating Foot Release Button 7 – Lens 8 – Viewer (Model ATS) 9 – Focus Knob 10 – Autofocus (Models A, AMT, & ATS) 11 – Select Bar 12 – Timer (Models AMT & ATS) 13 – Reverse 14 – Forward 15 – Power/Fan/Half Lamp/Full Lamp BACK RIGHT 16 – Tray Release Latch 17 – Lamp Module 18 – Raised Index Mark 19 – Reading Light Cover 20 – Standby Light (Model E Plu
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Introduction Take the time to read the instructions in this operating manual to become familiar with your KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector and how to operate it properly. Operation Startup Important Models III BR Before you turn on your new KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III BR or ABR Slide Projector, it is critical to set the voltage selector to the proper setting. Use and ABR Only the proper fuse for the voltage selection. See the fuse label on the back of the projector. The voltage selector on the KO
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Operation EKTAGRAPHIC III BR and ABR Slide Projectors have a sensing capability to automatically set the proper power cycle (50 or 60 Hz). This eliminates the need to manually change the two-position switch included on models manufactured before November 1996. These projectors are shipped with a detachable power cord that is packaged separately (not wound on the Power Cord Retainer). A spare fuse is provided. The fuse is located in the small, pull-out storage door below the Power Inlet. Simply p
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Operation Models A, Open the storage compartment and remove the remote control. AMT and ATS 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 Kodak dissolve controls. Plug the power cord into a grounded outlet with 110- to 125-volt 60 Hz current only. KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector 5
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Operation Loading the Slide Tray A KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC Universal Slide Tray 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 available with capacity up to 140 slides. See your dealer in Kodak products for a complete list of Kodak trays and accessories. Note: Do not attempt to project slides mounted with sticky or loose tape. Place the tray over the center post of the pr
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Operation Front-Screen Remove the lock ring by turning it counterclockwise and lifting it off. Projection 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 the film’s shiny side. Insert your first slide into the first slot in the tray so that the number is visible on the outer circumference of the tray. Insert your second slide in the second slot with
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Operation Replace the lock ring by turning it clockwise until it is secure Rear-Screen You can easily adapt a show from front- to rear-screen projection. Remove each slide from the tray and turn it around (keeping the slide upside down). Projection This will give the projected slide a mirror image on the screen. Insert your first slide back into the first slot in the tray. The number is now visible in the inner circumference of the tray. Replace the lock ring by turning it clockwise until it is se
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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. Removing the Tray To remove the slide tray: • press the select bar all the way down • align the tray index bar with the gate index. You can then lift off the tray. Raised Index Mark This feature allows you to coordinate tray starting positions for multiple-projector presentations. For an 80-slide tray in the zero position, the raised index mark is at slot 2
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Operation Projecting Your Slides Lens To 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). You may want to keep a spare KODAK EC Lamp Module (CAT 831 3587) handy in case the lamp burns out during a presentation. Replacing the entire module makes the change quick and easy. (See “Maintenance” on page 21 for instructions on changi
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Operation Forward and Press the forward button on the projector or the remote control to project the first slide. To change slides, briefly press the forward or reverse buttons. Reverse Focus Focus your first slide using the focus knob on the projector or the focus button on the remote control. Autofocus With autofocus on, the projector automatically focuses each slide, after you focus your first slide manually. Turn autofocus off if glass slides make the (Models A, AMT, autofocus motor run continuo
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Operation Screen Image Use the elevating foot to horizontally center the projected image on the screen. To release the foot, press the release button, while lifting the front of the projector to the desired height. Use the elevating wheel to make fine adjustments. If the image is not level, make an adjustment by turning the leveling foot at the rear of the projector. Timer To time your slides, use the timer switch for slide changes from 3 to 22 seconds. (Models AMT & ATS only) To interrupt the ti
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Operation Reading Light To illuminate a small area for reading, lift the reading light cover while the projector lamp is on. Standby Light A glowing standby light indicates a “ready” condition. (Model E Plus only) In a dissolve program, it indicates that • both projectors are receiving power • both power switches are set at fan • both projection lamps are properly installed, not burned out, and ready • both standby lights are operational • all thermal fuses are functional Special-Application The
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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 have a rating of not more than 30 V (rms) and must comply with Underwriters 1 Laboratories, Inc., low-voltage, limited energy circuit requirements. Single Slides To project single slides, slide the power switch to a half- or full-lamp position. Remove the tray and
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Operation Choosing a Curved- The lens you select depends on how you use your projector and what type of slide mount you use. So that you may choose the lens that best meets your or Flat-Field Lens needs, we do not include a lens with the projector. To obtain the best results of a projected image, insert slides with the emulsion side toward the projection lens, slide curve toward the light source. A flat-field lens works best for: • general home projection • glass mounts • plastic mounts • mixed mo
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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’ 16 KODAK EKTAGRAPHIC III Slide Projector
