Install Guide

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SM-PROJ-XL Installation Manual
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5. Tools Required
• Ladderorscaffoldingtoallowaccesstothemountingarea
• Pencil(formakingtemporaryalignmentmarks)
• #2PhilipsScrewdriver
• Drill
• 3/16”Drill(ifmountinginwoodjoistceiling)
• 3/8”MasonryBit(ifmountinginconcreteceiling)
• Hammer(ifmountinginconcreteceiling)
• StudFinder(optional,suggestedforusewithwoodjoistceilings)
6. Installation Considerations
7. Installation
Review this section before beginning to ensure the best possible experience during and after installation of the
SM-PROJ-XLprojectormount.
Step 1. Unpack the Projector Mount
A. The SM-PROJ-XL is packaged with most of the mount
pre-assembled. While unpacking the mount, refer to the
Package Contents section (Pg. 3) and inventory the parts in
thebox.Thepre-assembledpiecesarelistedtogetherfor
easy reference.
B. Unscrewtheceilingplate(A)fromtheprojectormount body
(B)andremovetheadjustmentknobcover(Figure1).
C. Removethefourscrews(E)usingthe3mmSecurityAllen
wrench (T2), and slide the mounting base (C) from the
mount body (B).
D. OpenandorganizethehardwarepackagesAand B, which
containpartsandtoolsrequiredforinstallationofthemount.
PackagesCandDcontainpartsandtoolsforattachingthe
mounttotheprojector.SettheseasideforuseinStep5of
Installation.
Figure 1
6.1. Mounting Height and Location
 • Theidealparametersforprojectorheightanddistancefromthescreenvarydependingontheequipmentin
use and the operating environment. Plan the location that is best for performance according to the screen
andprojectorspecications.
 • Makesurethatnothingwillobstructinstallationoftheprojectormountfastenersandwiringinthebuilding
structure,suchasconcealedplumbing, ductwork, electricalwiring orconduit.Ensurethatno exposed
items on the ceiling or walls will obstruct the line of sight or prevent any part of the system from being
mounted correctly.
6.2. Ceiling Mounting Options
 • The SM-PROJ-XL projector mount and all Strong mounting accessories utilize 1.5” NPT threads for
attachment of mount parts, accessories, and extensions. These optional parts allow for mounting to a
varietyofceilingtypesandheights.SeetheSM-PROJ-XLMountingAccessoryGuide(includedinthebox)
for more information.
Remove Mount Base Screws (E)
(2 per side)
Unscrew Ceiling Plate (A)
Remove
Adjustment
Knob Cover