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isky Guide: How to become a Star Ceiling Expert Welcome to our isky Guide, the one-stop spot with everything you ever wanted to know about the benefits of isky Panel Systems. To help you become a certified star ceiling expert, this guide includes: isky Dictionary Sales Sheet information on isky Panel benefits Specifications on isky Panel System components How to Estimate Your Job How to Install isky Panels an overview Ideas on Designing with flexible isky solutions Before we jump into all the how to material, we ll start your isky Guided Tour with a quick overview of the benefits of isky Panel Systems. First, our system is LED driven, and comes with our patent-pending Star Engine. The advantages? A low voltage light source for low power consumption and little heat All digital, solid state driver that s very efficient, with no moving parts, and high vibration capacity Lighting that has ultra long life and no uv/ir radiation Second, our specifications are designed for easy installation and efficient and accurate job estimation. Above all, our systems are high-quality in acoustic materials, construction, technology, and overall design. That s why experts pick isky Panel Systems. And you look like an expert to us. So, enjoy the guide. And call or email us with any questions or suggestions.
isky Dictionary Listed below are all the terms you d ever need to know about isky Panel Systems. If you still have questions, just shoot us a note our dictionary is always growing. Acoustic Panel: Panel that absorbs sound in order to control and enhance acoustic quality in an environment. Banners: Wall configuration of Surface Mount panels placed one on top of the other from floor to ceiling. Beveled Edge: 45-degree edge on a wrapped fabric panel, standard on all Surface Mount panels. Easier panel alignment and a softer look than the square edge option. Coffered: Ceiling configuration of Surface Mount panels in the traditional look of ceiling beams, either inserted between the beams or on their own. Additional uray lighting can be added around all four edges to create depth. L.E.D : Light Emitting Diode that illuminates by transforming electrons to photons (electricity to light) for ultra-long life, thus more cost-effective than a traditional filament lamp. Leader Cable: Low voltage wiring that supplies power from the Driver to the panels. Mounting Anchor: Auger device used to fasten acoustic panels to a surface. Remote Driver: Driver located away from the ceiling, remotely, in an equipment area, for example Skylight: Ceiling configuration of panels using two or more panel fields that mimic the look of skylight windows Diamond: Wall mounted configuration of Surface Mount panels in which square panels are quarter turned. Drop-In: Ceiling panel, usually in 24 x 24 dimension, that drops into a T bar ceiling grid. Driver: Electrical device that transforms line voltage to low voltage for powering L.E.D. lighting. Embedded Driver: Driver that rests in a cut out area in Surface Mount panels because line voltage is already located in the ceiling and running new low voltage wire is not an option (also see Remote Driver ) Hanging Cloud: Ceiling configuration of Surface Mount panels that are continuous but not wall-towall, and hung on chains from above. Jumper Cable: Low voltage wire that daisy chains power from one panel to the next. Star Engine: Low voltage, all digital light source that produces realistic sparkling starlight. Star Field: Ceiling configuration of panels laid out continuously, but not wall to wall. Star Window: Wall configuration of Surface Mount panels mounted to mimic the look of open windows. Surface Mount: isky s unique acoustical star panel that mounts directly to a finished drywall ceiling or wall. uray Lighting: 12v DC L.E.D. lineal lighting in tape strip form for easy application of edge lighting around isky Surface Mount panels. Available in blue, amber, and red colors. Wall to Wall Star Field: Ceiling configuration of panels laid out wall to wall continuously.
Big Bang Effects Without Big Banging isky star ceilings are easy to install. No more banging nails or forcing fiber through dry wall. Our plug-and-play Panel Systems make estimation easy as well, bringing high-end star ceilings within reach for home theaters and other environments. With premium acoustic materials and our exclusive LED technology, isky offers the best quality for the best value. And as a result of the patent-pending Star Engine, our lighting effects mimic the random glimmer of the night sky unlike any system on the market. The creators of isky Panel Systems, Fiberoptic Studio Corp., have been designing custom fiberoptics and premium LED lighting solutions for clients like Motorola, McDonald s and General Motors for over 20 years. So they know what works best for consumers and installers.
Star Ceilings at the Speed of Night Product Highlights: 24, 30, 48 Square Panels for maximum flexibility High-quality acoustic materials with a >1.0 NRC rating Low voltage light source and plug & play capability Patent pending solid-state driver
isky Installation Overview Wiring Overview Find Center of Ceiling and Orient First Panel Place and Hold Panel While Marking Ceiling With an Awl Fasten Mounting Anchor Cut Panel as Required Avoiding the No Cut Zone by Rotating Panel Around the Outside Edges of the Ceiling Area, Add uray Strips as an Option. Connect Leader From Power Driver and Use Hex Driver to Rotate Mounting Anchor Repeat Steps 3-7, Connect Jumper Jack Between Panels & Rotate for Random Effect Job Done
isky Design Guide Use this worksheet just like you would when you gaze at the stars imagine all the possibilities out there. We ve listed our top-selling design solutions, but the plug and play nature of our isky Panel System along with additional uray Strips allow for flexibility as you create your star ceiling. Ideas for configuring a star ceiling. Star Field Skylight Coffered Hanging Cloud Ideas for configuring wall applications. Star Windows Diamonds Banners 2 uray Instalation allow 2 inches or more of exposed ceiling/wall for uray Strips Of course, any of our panels can be cut to a specific size or configuration. And with the option of adding uray Strips to create a glow of light from the edges of isky Surface Mount panels, you can fit any room with a dramatic effect. Simply allow 2 inches or more of exposed ceiling/wall for uray Strips (*See Illustration on this worksheet) No matter what configuration you design, each panel is made of high quality materials that will absorb the sound and light refraction in any environment. isky panels have taken the hard work out of installation so that you can put your effort into fine-tuning the look and sound of your room. Now start gazing at the stars, and use the Design Worksheet to map out your design
isky Design Worksheet Use the graph to help outline the overall area, count number of panels needed, and measure the total lineal footage of uray lighting you ll need Surface Mount Panel Sizes 24 30 48 Drop-In Panel Sizes 24
Surface Mount Worksheet Use this worksheet to help calculate quantities of Surface Mount Panels which can be installed on any finished surface. As an option, you can add uray lighting to the panel s edges to create additional depth and drama. Just leave at least a 2 space between the panel and wall if you are adding uray Lighting around the edge of your panels (see the graph and information on this page) 1. Choose panel size: 24 30 48 2. Calculate the total number of isky Star Panels to properly cover your design (see Design Ideas in this isky Guide if you need ideas and see the graph on the bottom of this page to help with calculations.) number of panels 3. Count the Number of Drivers: (50 Panels per Driver) 1 = 1 50 panels 2 = 51-100 panels 3 = 101-150 panels and so on number of Drivers 4. Each Driver located remotely will require a Leader Cable (30 ) # of Leader Cables 5. Each panel comes with Jumper Cable, Mounting Anchors, a pair of latex gloves and installation instructions. We suggest purchasing a few extra Jumper Cables for unforeseen obstacles. 6. First time installers will need to purchase a Mounting Anchor Kit or two. # of Mounting Anchor Kits 7. Choose isky Cut Out Kit, a must for the professional installer who needs to make cut outs in the panels for speakers, vents, projector mounts and whatever else might protrude from a ceiling. All isky panels can be cut. 8. Use uray to create a glow from the edges of the isky Panel. Use the Design Worksheet to help outline the overall area, count number of panels needed, and measure the total lineal footage of uray lighting you ll need
Drop-In Worksheet Use this worksheet and the graph at the bottom to help calculate quantities of Drop-In Panels which can be installed on any finished surface. 1. Check panel size: 24 x 24 2. Calculate the total number of isky Star Panels to properly cover your design see Designs in this Guide if you need ideas. number of isky star panels number of standard panels use these panels without stars /fiber optic inserts as filler in the rest of the ceiling -- same matte black color and finish as star ceiling panels NOTE: isky also offers black ceiling grid for color matching 3. Count the Number of Drivers: (50 Panels per Driver) 1 = 1 50 panels 2 = 51-100 panels 3 = 101-150 panels and so on number of Drivers 4. Each remotely located Driver will require a Leader Cable (30 ) # of Leader Cables NOTE: Each panel comes with Jumper Cable, a pair of latex gloves and installation instructions. We suggest purchasing a few extra Jumper Cables for unforeseen obstacles.
Product Specifications Surface Mount Panel isky Surface Mount panels are produced with 2 of premium 6lb. density acoustic fiberglass providing a greater then 1.0 noise reduction coefficient. Panels come with beveled edges for easier installation and a refined look. Each panel is wrapped in standard midnight blue fabric The power requirement per panel is 12 volts DC and draws only 0.36 watts of power If needed, optional uray lighting is driven off a separate source. 2400 3000 4800 Size 24 x 24 x 2 30 x 30 x 2 48 x 48 x 2 Color Midnight Blue Midnight Blue Midnight Blue Number of Stars 15 30 45 Weight 4 lbs. 6 lbs. 16 lbs. Power 12v DC 12v DC 12v DC Requirement Power 0.36w 0.36w 0.36w Consumption Fiber Glass 6 lb. density 6 lb. density 6 lb. density Noise Reduction > 1.0 N.R.C. > 1.0 N.R.C. > 1.0 N.R.C. Coefficient Mounting Screw Type Anchor Screw Type Anchor Screw Type Anchor Each panel has an 8 No Cut Zone clearly marked on the back All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. isky strives to use only materials that carry ASTM E84 Class A or 1 fire rating. Low voltage lighting -- not all materials carry an independent lab listing.
Product Specifications Drop In Panel isky Drop In panels are manufactured with 2 of 3 lb. density acoustic fiberglass for a greater than 1.0 noise reduction coefficient. These panels have unfinished square edges and are intended to be used in standard T bar or grid ceiling configurations, and have the preferred non-glare, matte black finish. isky also offers the same Drop In panel in a standard 1 thick version with no stars. 2300 2301 Size 24 x 24 x 2 24 x 24 x 1 Color Matte Black Matte Black Weight 2 lbs. 1lbs. Power Requirement 12v DC NA Power 0.36w NA Consumption Fiber Glass 3 lb. density 3 lb. density Noise Reduction > 1.0 N.R.C. > 0.85 N.R.C. Coefficient Mounting Drop-In/Lay In Drop-In/Lay In Each panel has an 8 No Cut Zone clearly marked on the back All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. isky strives to use only materials that carry ASTM E84 Class A or 1 fire rating. Low voltage lighting -- not all materials carry an independent lab listing.
Product Specifications uray Strip uray Strips are innovative, flexible LED lighting that can be applied like tape to the inside edge of isky Surface Mount Panels to add a glow of light for depth and drama. The double-side tape application is easily installed and perfect for additional applications like lighting wine racks, equipment racks, displays, and under seat or cove areas. Different colors can be linked together end to end up to 50 feet using our standard 3 amp Driver. Size (includes 1 end-to-end connector) Colors Power Requirement Power Consumption Mounting Method Single LED intensity 11 13/16 long (30cm).4 wide (1.016cm) Blue, Amber, or Red 12v DC, 75mA max. 0.72watts per/pc 3M double sided tape Blue=70, Amber=80, Red=80 Unit: millicandela All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. isky strives to use only materials that carry ASTM E84 Class A or 1 fire rating. Low voltage lighting -- not all materials carry an independent lab listing.
Product Specifications Driver Model Number 7030 Size 4.6 x 2 x 1.35 Color Input Connector: Power Cord AC Input: DC Output Power Consumption Capacity Black I.E.C. style connector 5 grounded I.E.C. USA plug set 85-264v AC,1.0A, 47/63Hz 12v DC, 3A 36watts 50 feet uray, or 50 isky star panels Maximum number of panel sides illuminated with one uray/driver system: 24 panel = 25 sides max. 30 panel = 20 sides max. 48 panel = 12 sides max. All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. isky strives to use only materials that carry ASTM E84 Class A or 1 fire rating. Low voltage lighting -- not all materials carry an independent lab listing.