EMPEROR XT USER MANUAL

EMPEROR XT USER MANUAL MWE LAB 100A - 2205 Wilfrid-Hamel Quebec, QC G1P 2H8 CANADA www.mwelab.com T +1 418 688 7246 US & CANADA 1 800 652 5403

2USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT Proudly built in Canada with industrial grade components since 2010, the Emperor is a comfortable, and aesthetically unique environment for people who spend many hours in front of their computer monitors. 2017 MWE LAB, INC. All rights reserved. Customize your Emperor to meet your needs, from an outstanding office to a state-of-the-art command and control center. High end work environment for high intensity users. INFORMATION ABOUT THE EMPEROR WORK ENVIRONMENT IS AVAILABLE AT WWW.MWELAB.COM. All information in this document and all Emperor pictures are subject to copyright and other intellectual property rights of MWE Lab, Inc. This material may not be modified, reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of MWE Lab, Inc. Additional information is available upon request. MWE LAB, EMPEROR, and EMPEROR XT are registered trademarks of MWE Lab, Inc. in CANADA. WORKSPACE HAS EVOLVED is a trademark of MWE LAB, Inc. All other trademarks contained in this document are the property of their respective owners and their use herein does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of their products or services. The unauthorized use of any trademark displayed in this document is strictly prohibited.

TABLE OF CONTENT 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 2 OVERVIEW 5 3 UNPACKING 6 4 CONTENT OF THE BOX 6 5 MOVING THE EMPEROR 7 6 CENTER MONITOR 8 7 MONITOR MOUNT 8 8 CENTRAL SECTION (IF APPLICABLE) 10 9 ADJUSTING THE ARMRESTS 12 10 ADJUSTING THE LEG REST 13 11 LATERAL WINGS 14 12 TRIPLE MONITOR CONFIGURATION 14 13 CONNECTING YOUR MONITORS 16 14 FRONT PLATE 17 15 LAPTOP TRAY (OPTION) 18 16 OPERATING YOUR EMPEROR 18 17 SPECIFICATIONS 20 18 DIMENSIONS WITHOUT MONITORS 21 19 MAINTENANCE 22 20 SUPPORT 22 EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL 3

4USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read all warning notices carefully before using the Emperor. Read this manual and follow all instructions carefully before using the Emperor. Do not use the Emperor near water or expose to rain or moisture. Do not use near heat source such as radiators, stoves and other heat producing devices. Read the warning and safety labels attached to your Emperor. Do not remove these labels. If you need replacement labels, please call a MWE LAB representative at 1 418 688 7246. Never allow children to use the Emperor unsupervised. To do so could result in injury. Never use your Emperor without installing your monitor(s) first. Inspect your Emperor for any worn or loose components prior to use. Tighten or replace any worn or loose components prior to use. Pay close attention to the belts and their connections. Keep clear from all moving components when Emperor s upper section is in upward or downward motion and/or when the workstation is tilting forward or backward. Maximum user weight for the Emperor is 300 pounds (136 kg). Keep your body weight centered on the Emperor at all time. Do not use the Emperor if it is not connected to the power source specified in the user manual. The Emperor s actuators which provide upward and/or downward motion capability for the upper section/monitors and forward and/or backward tilting capability for the entire workstation are designed and built to be used for a maximum of one (1) continuous minute. After one (1) minute of continuous use, the Emperor s actuators must stay motionless and unsolicited for five (5) consecutive minutes. Over passing this limit or using the Emperor workstation s motion capabilities in an excessive way will damage important components. Do not use the Emperor if you are not aware of all the safety precautions of this user manual. Do not allow others to use the Emperor if they are not aware of all the safety precautions of this user manual.

2 OVERVIEW 1 Front plate logo 2 Front plate 3 Upper section 4 LED working lights 5 Upper controls 6 Decorative domed accents 7 LED accent lights 8 Monitor mount extenders 9 Back trims 10 Controls 11 Main power AC input 12 Lateral wing 13 Leg rest 14 Cup holder 15 Keyboard tray 16 USB inputs 2 1 3 5 A 15 7 8 10 B 4 6 9 EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL A Hidden pre-installed cables (monitors, USB and power) B Iron Horse or MWE seat C D Sand texture polyester powder paint, scratch resistant 3/16 (6 mm) thick steel frame 13 14 16 C E D 11 E Hidden subwoofer *Your Emperor may differ from picture based on you requested configuration. 12 5

6USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 3 UNPACKING 4 CONTENT OF THE BOX 3.1 Remove screws from the Emperor workstation s skid using a Philips shaped tip screwdriver and remove the box. 3.2 Remove carefully the plastic bag and wrap but leave the black strap that holds the upper section down. Move accessory box(es) and moving parts aside. Do not allow children to play with the plastic bag and dispose of it properly. Do not remove 4.1 List of components located in the box and accessory box(es). Standard components Front plate (A) Monitor mount (B) Emperor black bag Screws and nuts Tools Lateral wings (C) Optional accessories Additional monitors mount (D) Additional VESA mount (E) Additional mounting plates (F) Laptop tray C E A B F D

5 MOVING THE EMPEROR 5.1 Remove wood pieces on each side of the Emperor. 5.2 From both sides (green dots), lift, pull out and place the Emperor Workstation, on a level surface, directly on the floor at least two feet (61cm) from any wall, fireplace, refrigerator, oven or other electric appliances. Do not place the Emperor workstation on a stand. EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL Do not use these parts to move the Emperor, you will damage the Emperor. You may use these parts to move the Emperor. At least 3 persons are required to move the Emperor. Caution, the Emperor is heavy! While moving the Emperor, always keep the Emperor at level to prevent the upper section to move. 7

8USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 6 CENTER MONITOR 7 MONITOR MOUNT 6.1 Install the center monitor on mount using 4x M4 screws. Select the appropriate screw length. Refer to your monitor user guide for more details about VESA mount installation. 2.5mm X4 M4 (12, 16 or 18mm) Bottom of the monitor 7.1 Hook up the top of the monitor mount on the designated indents located at the front end of the top section. 7.2 Make sure both monitor mount hooks are properly inserted and stable.

7.3 Remove the black strap and plastic hooks holding down the upper section to the base. 3/16 7.4 Make sure the mount is 100% vertical/upright. 7.5 Place a screw and nut to secure the mount in place. Installation of the retaining screw is essential before going further in this guide. 5/16-18 X2 5/16 5/16-18 x 1 EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL 9

USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 8 CENTRAL SECTION (IF APPLICABLE) 8.1 Hold the aluminum cylinder in place and remove rubber band from belt. The upper section has been separated from the central section to lower down the upper section for air shipping. This procedure may not apply to you if the cylinder is already secured in place. Do not use a cutter, a knife or any sharp tool, it could damage the belt and be dangerous. 8.3 Ask a helper to move the upper section up to allow you to align the cylinder in unused holes of the upper section. 8.2 Hold the aluminum cylinder in place and remove screws. You may temporarily untighten this screw to help you move the cylinder in place. 10

8.5 Insert screws removed in Step 8.2 and tighten each one securely into place using provided tool. Make sure to tighten each one as much as possible. 3/16 8.4 Let go down the upper section gently. EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL 11

USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 9 ADJUSTING THE ARMRESTS 9.1 Untighten right armrest screws, a few turns, to allow the metal plate to slide outward freely without scratching the surface. Do not removes screws. 3/16 9.2 Repeat step 9.1 with the left armrest. 9.4 Align armrests as shown below. 9.5 Tighten strongly armrests screws in place on both sides. 9.3 Push gently armrests outward. 3/16 12

10 ADJUSTING THE LEG REST 10.1 Untighten leg rest screws, a few turns, to allow the leg rest to move. 1/8 10.2 Gently rotate and align the leg rest to desired position. 10.3 Tighten screws in place. 1/8 Never sit on the legrest. Never move the Emperor with the leg rest, it may damage the mechanism. EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL 13

USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 11 LATERAL WINGS 12 TRIPLE MONITOR CONFIGURATION 11.1 Using provided screws and tool, install left lateral wing as shown. 3/16 3/32 X4 5/16-18 x 1/2 11.2 Repeat step 11.1 with the left lateral wing. 12.1 Install monitor extenders as shown on both side. Tighten screws in order to still be able to move the extenders. 10-32 x 1/2 10-32 X8 X8 X2 12.2 Install the VESA adapter on your right monitor using 4x M4 screws. Select the appropriate screw length. Refer to your monitor user guide for more details about VESA mount installation. 2.5mm TOP of the right monitor X4 M4 (12, 16 or 18mm) 14

12.3 Install the VESA adapter on your left monitor using 4x M4 screws. Select the appropriate screw length. Refer to your monitor user guide for more details about VESA mount installation. 2.5mm X4 M4 (12, 16 or 18mm) TOP of the left monitor 12.4 Make sure the brackets on the monitor are securely installed as shown below before installing them to the mount. 12.5 Align and place the right monitor on the right extender as shown below. 3/32 10-32 x 1/2 10-32 X8 X8 12.6 Align and tighten screws and nuts as shown in order to secure the monitor in place. EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL Right Monitor Left Monitor 15

USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 12.7 Adjust the right monitor to desired position and tighten strongly the extender and VESA adapter screws. 12.8 Repeat step 12.5 to 12.7 with the left monitor and tighten strongly the extender and VESA adapter screws. 13 CONNECTING YOUR MONITORS 13.1 Gently connect video cables coming out of the upper section to your monitor s video inputs. 13.2 Connect power cable coming out the upper section to the provided power cord splitter. 13.3 Connect the LEDs from the monitor mount to the upper section output LED cable. LEDs connections Video cables Power cord from upper section 13.5 Using provided ties, hide and gently hook cables to the monitor mount. Avoid tight bending of video cables, it will damage internal wires. 16

14 FRONT PLATE 14.1 Align, and insert the top left front plate hook into the top left monitor mount indent as shown below. 14.2 Bend gently the front plate in order to align and insert the other front plate hook in the right monitor mount indent. 14.3 Slide bottom plate into bottom monitor mount indent on both sides. EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL 17

USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 15 LAPTOP TRAY (OPTION) 15.1 Align, and install the laptop tray on desired side using provided screws and washers. 3/16 X2 5/16-18 x 1/2 X2 5/16 16 OPERATING YOUR EMPEROR 16.1 Connect provided cables (video and USB) to your computer. Place your computer at least 18 (45cm) away from the Emperor on the side. Video Cables 16.2 Connect your Emperor with provided power cable to wall electrical outlet (110-120V or 220-240V) and turn ON your Emperor using main switch. USB Main Switch AC power cord input 18

16.3 Motion operations Upper section (monitors) Tilt forward/backward The Emperor s actuators which provide upward and/or downward motion capability for the upper section/monitors and forward and/or backward tilting capability for the entire workstation are designed and built to be used for a maximum of one (1) continuous minute. After one (1) minute of continuous use, the Emperor s actuators must stay motionless and unsolicited for five (5) consecutive minutes. Over passing this limit or using the Emperor workstation s motion capabilities in an excessive way will damage important components. 16.4 Audio Kanto (option) REAR PANEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ON/OFF Switch and Volume Control Right Channel Output Terminals 3.5mm Stereo Mini-Jack AUX USB Audio Input Connector Subwoofer Output DC Input Connection Bass Reflex Port EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL 19

USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 17 SPECIFICATIONS Operating Voltage Power Management Monitor Mount Capacity Monitor Mount Configurations 1 Video Support USB Ports 100-240V~50/60Hz 1x Input (rear) Up to 5X outputs (monitor mount) 70lbs (31.75kg) Single monitor (34 ultra wide) Three (3) monitors (up to 3x 27 ) Four (4) monitors (up to 4x 27 ) Five (5) monitors (up to 5x 24 ) As requested (HDMI, DVI, minidp, DP, TB) All cables required included 2x powered USB (left armrest) 1x powered USB (upper section) Adjustments Head rest 2 Backrest 2 Monitor height Tilting Keyboard Leg rest Armrests (installation) Audio Seat Options LED Accent Lighting Options Working Light Options No audio Stereo 2.1 Digital surround Standard Iron Horse Cool white Red Green Blue RGB with remote Cool white Day light Frame Paint Options Controls Electrical Motion Accessories In the Box User Capacity Net Weight Package Size Package Weight Warranty 3 High quality Canadian steel with sand texture powder coated textured or glossy paint Sand texture powder High gloss paint Stainless steel switches (IP67) 12V linear actuators Laptop tray / side table Emperor XT as requested Power cord Power cord splitter (for the monitors) All required cables Tools for final assembly User guide Emperor laptop bag 300lbs (136kg) 225lbs (102kg) - 275lbs (125kg) 63 (1600mm) L x 35 (1378mm) W x 63 (1600mm) H 400lbs (182kg) - 480lbs (218kg) Three (3) Years on electric/electronic components. Five (5) years on metal frame. 1Other configurations available upon request. Monitors are not included. 2Iron Horse seats only. 3During the limited warranty period, MWE LAB will provide replacement parts necessary to repair the Product. Replacement parts will be new or serviceable used, comparable in function and performance to the original parts and warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or, if longer, 90 days after they are shipped. Additional protection plans are available upon request. 20

18 DIMENSIONS WITHOUT MONITORS A H EMPEROR XT - USER MANUAL B C D Inches mm A 61-3/4 1568 B (Min. Width) 27-1/4 692 C 39-1/4 996 D 58 1473 F E G Inches mm E 17 434 F 24 610 G 60-3/4 1542 H 76-3/4 1949 21

USER MANUAL - EMPEROR XT 19 MAINTENANCE 20 SUPPORT If you notice any abnormalities, please unplug your Emperor immediately and contact the MWE Lab support team. Visit the MWE Lab website at www.mwelab.com on a regular basis to check for possible safety notice releases. Every 100 hours of use, check nylon belts/straps for any unusual wear. If you need assistance, please have both the serial number of your workstation and the date of purchase available when you contact the MWE Lab support team. You may contact our support team at +1 800 652 5403 or by email at support@mwelab.com. YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT HAS EVOLVED 22