Installation manual

DTS-6 Installation Manual Section 3: Installation Procedure
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III. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
The DTS system consist of two major components: Q DTS Timecode Reader Head and
R DTS-6 processor (player). The following is a generic procedure intended to supplement the
processor installation wiring diagrams for specific manufacturer's sound systems. Look for these
diagrams in Section VIII.
3.1 Timecode Reader Head Installation
• The Timecode Reader Head is designed to be mounted onto most projectors with a single
mounting bracket.
• Position the appropriate DTS mounting bracket on the same bolt pattern as the reel arm
and bolt securely in place (see “bracket mounting diagrams,” in Section VIII).
• Install the Timecode Reader Head onto the DTS mounting bracket and bolt into place
with supplied hardware.
• Reinstall the reel arm on the top bolt pattern of the DTS mounting bracket.
• Align the DTS mounting bracket and the reel arm.
• The DTS timecode reader MUST have a straight film path (no angles or twists) and at
least a small amount of tension. The auxiliary flanged roller on the timecode reader head
is used to avoid film “walk out” and helps to stabilize the film. Additional guide rollers
may be added to ensure proper film tension - most critical on platter systems.
• Connect the 9-pin timecode cable and route to the sound processor rack for interconnect
with the DTS-6 processor.
• Two projector (change-over) theaters
Be sure to place each reader head at the same place on the projectors. The offset value
must be the same for the movie to play in sync at both projectors.