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iSky Guide

911 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, IL. 60693 USA p. 847.784.5959 f. 847.446.9191 www.iSkyPanels.com911 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, IL. 60693 USA p. 847.784.5959 f. 847.446.9191 www.iSkyPanels.com

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 advan-

tages?

• 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 Guide: How to become a Star Ceiling Expert

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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.

iSky Dictionary

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.

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-to-

wall, and hung on chains from above.

Jumper Cable: Low voltage wire that daisy chains

power from one panel to the next.

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

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 fiber-optics and premium LED lighting solutions for clients like Motorola, McDonald’s and General Mo-tors for over 20 years. So they know what works best for consumers and installers.


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

Star Ceilings at the Speed of Night


iSky Installation Overview

Find Center of Ceiling and Orient First Panel

Wiring Overview Place and Hold Panel While Marking Ceiling With an Awl

Cut Panel as Required Avoiding the No Cut Zoneby Rotating Panel

Fasten Mounting Anchor Around the Outside Edges of the Ceiling Area, Add uRay Strips as an Option.

Repeat Steps 3-7, Connect Jumper Jack Between Panels & Rotate for Random Effect

Connect Leader From Power Driver and Use Hex Driver to Rotate Mounting Anchor

Job Done


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 Guide

2. Divide “X” by 24, 30 & 48. Next divid e “Y” b y 24, 30, & 48.

3. W hat Panel size gives y ou the best cover age? (Keepi ng in mi nd uRay opti on)

1. If you add the uRay Edge Glow

Lightin g opti on, it is recomm end ed

to leave at least 2” betwee n thepanel a nd wall. (See Illustr ation)

2”

uRay Instalation

allow 2 inches or more

of exposed ceiling/wall

for uRay Strips

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.

Ideas for configuring wall applications.

Star Field Skylight Coffered Hanging Cloud

Star Windows Diamonds Banners


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 MountPanel Sizes

24”

30”

48”

Drop-InPanel Sizes

24”


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)

Surface Mount Worksheet

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) _____ number of Drivers 1 = 1 – 50 panels 2 = 51- 100 panels 3 = 101- 150 panels and so on

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


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.

Drop-In Worksheet

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) _____ number of Drivers 1 = 1 – 50 panels 2 = 51- 100 panels

3 = 101- 150 panels and so on

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.


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.

Product Specifications

2400 3000 4800Size 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 DCRequirement

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 E84Class A or 1 fire rating. Low voltage lighting -- not all materials carry an independent lab listing.

Surface Mount 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 2301Size 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 NAConsumption

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


Drop In Panel


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 11 13/16” long (30cm) (includes 1 end-to-end connector) .4” wide (1.016cm)

Colors Blue, Amber, or Red

Power Requirement 12v DC, 75mA max.

Power Consumption 0.72watts per/pc

Mounting Method 3M double sided tape

Single LED intensity Blue=70, Amber=80, Red=80

Unit: millicandela


uRay Strip



Model Number 7030

Size 4.6” x 2” x 1.35”

Color Black

Input Connector: I.E.C. style connector

Power Cord 5’ grounded I.E.C. USA plug set

AC Input: 85-264v AC,1.0A , 47/63Hz

DC Output 12v DC, 3A

Power Consumption 36watts

Capacity 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.


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