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coliningibsons · Joined: 02 Feb 2008 Posts: 13 Location: Gibsons B.C.

Received my adapters c/w lenses mounted. The mounting to the Barco was very easy & mounted with no problems. Very nicely made. The picture improvement is very good with much better colors than the HD-8's. I had to move the screen about 3" closer but that was the only change to my setup. Thanks Barry.

Colin

**Joust** · Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2008 9:08 pm Post subject:

No, Thank you Colin.

scoobydoo · Joined: 06 Apr 2006 Posts: 338 Location: Victoria BC

I got my adapter and lens thanks to Barry and Chris.

sat down and started the whole process. It did take me longer than an hour to do. I do suggest that if you get them, get a dremmel ohhh notching out the screw holes will be a lot faster.
I thought I notched out the holes too big on a few of them but once you put the nut on the end all was fine.

Another tip, make sure you put the adapters on correctly. 1 out of 3 was a drag to having to take everything apart and redo it. My stupid moment.

For me as I have a BD808 I had to 1) move my pj forward which meant adding more unistrut to what I had (1 1/2hr) and 2) for some reason I had to shorten my ready rod by 5inch as it was hanging too low. That was a painful 2hr process with the help of a couple of people (cut one rod, then loosen off the other then lift into place and secure, cut that rod, then onto the back...blah blah blah).

So after 5+ hours I'm ready to calibrate it and well...beautiful picture indeed. I haven't finished everything yet, just wanted to get something going for superbowl but both my roommate and GF noticed a difference right away. Colours look incredible. Sharpness of the picture isn't as noticeable but the colour for sure.

Is this a mod worth doing? Oh HELL YEAH!!!! I woud recommend this mod all day long.

**Joust** · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 3:33 pm Post subject:

I'm very happy you like the results Scoobydoo.

Perhaps for a newbie onetimer the dremel would be better. But honestly for me, I found the hack saw method of cutting the slots a lot quicker and I've done lots of them.

What was the error you made that forced you to take everything appart? Should I make something a little clearer in the FAQ?
Thanks again
Barry

scoobydoo · Joined: 06 Apr 2006 Posts: 338 Location: Victoria BC

I put the adapter sideways. I would just mention that the adapter should go length wise. The Delta sticker should be at the bottom otherwise when you put try to mount the lens onto the pj the holes don't line up.

**Joust** · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 3:40 pm Post subject:

Oh I see what you mean.
so you had the adjuster locking screws at the side. Just got too excited assembling them eh Smile

I was toying with building a CNC machine to etch TOP on it as well as my logo. yet another project I started and sidelined... Sad

I'll look into making a change

**Joust** · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 3:44 pm Post subject:

this is in the FAQ...
“My locking nuts are at the side of the lens after i mounted it”
You mounted the lens plate 90 degrees out of phase. not the picture below for the correct orientation of the plates flat edge with respect to the locking nut slot.

scoobydoo · Joined: 06 Apr 2006 Posts: 338 Location: Victoria BC

yup. to excited. Sort of like my dog and bubble wrap. Loves popping those bubbles

**Joust** · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 3:51 pm Post subject:

maybe I'll print some stickers for them.
^^^^^This side UP^^^^^

scoobydoo · Joined: 06 Apr 2006 Posts: 338 Location: Victoria BC

That's what I did.
also be careful when you put the adjustment studs back in. I must have cross threaded or something, got stuck and broke the top off. crap.

scoobydoo · Joined: 06 Apr 2006 Posts: 338 Location: Victoria BC

that could work. But I think something in the instructions is all you really need to do.
Also maybe put "Please read before you start"...and we know how well that will work.

**Joust** · Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2008 3:57 pm Post subject:

do you need another one? I have a pile of HD6s that are good donors. its a standard 8-32 thread.

I'll let you in on a little secret. this would be a mode advanced procedure and I didn't want to overly complicate the mod.
there is a second hole for that locking bolts on the lens barrel. You would have to Tap it to get the studs in. but the advantage is that it moves the stud further up the barrel and gives more clearance from the new mounting plate position.

scoobydoo · Joined: 06 Apr 2006 Posts: 338 Location: Victoria BC

thanks but I think I'm all good. those small ones are more for guiding anyways and once its focused..they usually aren't moved.

Picture looks awesome.
ohhhhh I think I feel a cold coming on...cough cough...might need to go home early from work. Smile