PEERLESS Mounts PRG UNV Guide

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Read instruction sheet before you start installation and assembly.
Maximum Load Capacity: 50 lb (23 kg)
InstallationandAssembly- PRG-Precision Gear
ProjectorMount Models: PRG UNV, PRG UNV-W,
PRGUNV-S
R
This product is intended for use with UL
Listed products and must be installed by a
qualified professional installer.
• Installermust verify that thesupportingsurface will
safelysupport the combined loadofthe equipment and
allattachedhardwareandcomponents.
WARNING
PRG-UNV
PROJECTOR
MOUNT
Table of Contents
Parts List.................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Installation to Extension Columns / Ceiling Plate........................................................................................................ 3
Installation to Wood Joist Ceilings .............................................................................................................................. 4
InstallationtoConcreteCeilings.................................................................................................................................. 5
InstallationtoThreadedRods...................................................................................................................................... 6
Attaching Adapter Plate to Projector........................................................................................................................... 7
ProjectorAlignment .................................................................................................................................................... 9
Accessories.........................................................................................................................................................10,11
Tools Needed for Assembly
•studfinder ("edge toedge" stud finderis recommended)
•phillipsscrewdriver
•drill
•1/4" bit for concrete surface
•5/32" bit for wood studs
•openendwrench
•level
• It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the
projectorisproperly ventilated. Feet ofchannels are
usedto raise the mount offthe projector surface.
CAUTION

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PRG-UNV PRG-UNV-S PRG-UNV-W
Description Qty. Part # Part # Part #
Aprojector mount assembly 1 055-0745 055-0746 055-0750
Badapter plate 1 055-0619 055-0620 055-0620
Cconcrete anchor 2 590-0097 590-0097 590-0097
D#14 x 2.5 phillips hex head wood screw 2 5S1-015-C03 5S1-015-C04 5S1-015-C0
4
E#10-32 x 1/4" socket pin screw 1 520-1196 520-2196 520-2196
F1/4" flat washer 2 540-1078 540-1078 540-1078
G#6 flat washer x .5 OD 4 540-1025 540-2025 540-2025
H2 mm security allen wrench 1 560-1097 560-1097 560-1097
I4 mm security allen wrench 1 560-9646 560-9646 560-9646
JM3 x 8 mm serrated washer head socket pin screw 4 510-1004 510-2004 510-2004
KM4 x 10 mm serrated washer head socket pin screw 4 510-1060 510-2060 510-2060
LM5 x 10 mm serrated washer head socket pin screw 4 510-1126 510-2063 510-2063
MM6 x 10 mm serrated washer head socket pin screw 4 510-1066 510-2066 510-2066
Parts List
Note: Actual parts may appear slightly different than illustrated.
Before you start check the parts list to insure all of the parts shown are included.
I
A
E
C
D
F
B
GH
K
JLM

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Installation to Extension Column / Ceiling Plate
NOTE: Referto accompanying instructionswith ceiling plates (sold separately) for installing these models to
ceiling.
Screw projector mount assembly (A) onto extension column as shown in figure 1.1.
NOTE: For 3/4" extension columns, reducer ACC 913 will be required as shown in figure 1.2.Tightenswivel stop
screw against extension column, flush mount tube or reducer using 4 mm security allen wrench (I) as shown in
figure 1.3.
NOTE: Swivel stop screw is used to jam against threads of extension column, flush mount tube or reducer to
preventanyexcessmovementofprojectormountassembly(A).Donotovertightenscrew;overtighteningscrewwill
damagethreads making it difficulttoseparate products.
Skip to step 5.
A
11/2"EXTENSION
COLUMN
(SOLDSEPARATELY)
ULLISTEDEXTORADJ
SERIES)
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONTOF
MOUNT
fig. 1.1
A
3/4"EXTENSIONCOLUMN
(SOLDSEPARATELY)
ACC 913
(NOTUL LISTED)
(SOLDSEPARATELY)
fig. 1.2
fig. 1.3
1
SWIVELSTOP
SCREW
CMJ455
(SOLDSEPARATELY)
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONTOF
MOUNT

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Place projector mount assembly (A) on ceiling as a template and mark the center of the two mounting holes. Make
sure that the mounting holes are in the center of the wood joist. Drill two 5/32" (4 mm) dia. holes to a minimum
depth of 2.5" (64 mm). Attach projector mount assembly (A) with two #14 x 2.5" (6 mm x 65 mm) wood screws (D)
and two flat washers (F) as shown in figure 2.1 or figure 2.2 depending on joist orientation. Tighten wood screws
(D)using 3/8" (10 mm)socketwrench, phillips screwdriver or10mmopen end wrenchuntilprojector mount
assembly (A) is firmly attached.
Skip to step 5.
Installation To Wood Joist Ceilings
DD
A
WOODJOIST
FRONTOF
MOUNT
FF
WOODJOIST
A
figure 2.1 figure 2.2
• Tightenwood screws so thatprojector mount assem-
blyis firmly attached, butdonot overtighten. Overtight-
eningcan damage the screws,greatlyreducing their
holdingpower.
• Never tighten in excess of 80 in • lb (9 N.M.).
• Make sure that mounting screws are anchored into the
center of the studs. The use of an "edge to edge" stud
finderishighlyrecommended.
WARNING
FRONTOF
MOUNT
ACCESSSLOTFOR
OPENENDWRENCH
ALLOWSTIGHTENING
OFWOODSCREW(D)
WITHOUTREMOVING
PROJECTOR
2

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Place projector mount assembly (A) on ceiling as a
template and mark the center of the two mounting
holes. Drill two 1/4" (6 mm) dia. holes to a minimum
depth of 2.5" (64 mm). Attach projector mount
assembly (A) using two concrete anchors (C), two
flat washers (F), and two #14 x 2.5" wood screws (D)
as shown in Illustration A and 1, 2, and 3 (below).
Tighten wood screws (D) using 3/8" (10 mm) socket
wrench,phillipsscrewdriveror10mmopenend
wrench until projector mount assembly (A) is firmly
attached.
1
3
Drill hole and insert anchor
CUTAWAYVIEW
INCORRECT
concrete
plaster/
drywall
CORRECT
concrete
plaster/
drywall
concrete
ceiling
D
D
D
Illustration A
Installation to Concrete Ceilings
A
2A
CONCRETECEILING
F
C
C
C
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the installer to
verify that the ceiling will safely support the
combined load of all attached hardware and
components.
Skip to step 5.
C
FRONTOF
MOUNT
• Concrete anchors are notintended for attachmentto
concreteceiling covered with alayerof plaster,
drywall,or other finishing material.Ifmountingto
concreteceilingcovered with plaster/drywall isun-
avoidable,plaster/drywall (up to 5/8" thick)must be
counterboredasshown below. If plaster/drywallis
thicker than 5/8", custom fasteners must be supplied
by installer.
WARNING
• Tightenwood screws firmly, but donot overtighten.
Overtighteningcandamagethe screws, greatly
reducingtheirholdingpower.
• Never tighten in excess of 80 in • lb (9 N.M.).
WARNING
3
A
APlace mount over anchor and secure with screw
After repeating step one tighten all fasteners

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1/4-20THREADEDROD
(NOTINCLUDED)
Thread two1/4-20 hex thin nylon-insertlocknuts(not included) on two1/4-20threaded rods (notincluded)to the
desired height of projector mount assembly. Attach projector mount assembly (A)to the two 1/4-20 threadedrods
using two 1/4-20 hex thin nylon-insert locknuts as shown in figure 4.1 or figure 4.2.
Skip to step 5.
A
Installation to Threaded Rod
(Not evaluated by UL - Professional installation only)
1/4-20THREADEDROD
(NOTINCLUDED)
A
fig. 4.1 fig. 4.2
1/4-20HEX THIN
NYLON-INSERT
LOCKNUT
(NOTINCLUDED)
4
1/4-20HEX THIN
NYLON-INSERT
LOCKNUT
(NOTINCLUDED)
1/4-20HEX THIN
NYLON-INSERT
LOCKNUT
(NOTINCLUDED)
1/4-20HEX THIN
NYLON-INSERT
LOCKNUT
(NOTINCLUDED)
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONTOF
MOUNT
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONTOF
MOUNT

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Attach adapter plate (B) to projector using one screw (J, K, Lor M) for each channel as shown below. Tighten all
screws, while keeping the center of gravity. Be sure that adapter plate (B) is straight.Adjust the feet of the
channels to keep the adapter plate level. Tighten all screws with 4 mm security allen wrench (I) while keeping the
center of gravity. If M3 screws (J) are used, tighten using 2 mm security allen wrench (H).
Note: Projectors will require different size screws for mounting. Use a combination of screws (J, K, L or M) and
foot adjustment that will result in channels of adapter plate (B) fitting tightly against projector. Important: In order
to properly engage the threads in the mounting holes, the screw must be turned at least 3 full turns.
Note: Ifusing screw (J), place washer(G)between screw (J)and footofchannel.
FootofChannel
B
• It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the
projectorisproperly ventilated. Feet ofchannels are
usedto raise the mount offthe projector surface.
CAUTION
J, K, L or M
GenericProjector
Placeprojector upside down. Locateadapter plate (B) with notchfacingforward as close toprojector center of
gravity as possible without covering any mounting holes. Loosen channels with 4 mm security allen wrench (I),
and if there are only three mounting holes remove fourth channel. Using one channel for each mounting
hole, position feet ofchannels over mounting holes as shownbelow. Important:Ifprojector does nothaveat least
three mounting holes, do not use this adapter plate.
Note:Some projectors have feetwhichcanbe removed and thecorrespondingthreadedinsert can be usedfora
mountinghole.
Note:Oncechannels are inpositionretighten fasteners.
*Notchindicatesfront of projector.
Note:Theprojector youareinstallingmay differin appearancefromthesample illustrated below.
*
Mounting
hole B
5
6
Channel
FootofChannel
Attaching Adapter Plate to Projector

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Slide connection block with projector into projector mount assembly (A) as shown. Push in and tighten captive screw
to secure projector to projector mount assembly (A).
IMPORTANT: For security installations, insert one #10-32 x 1/4" socket pin screw (E) through projector mount
assembly (A) and into connection block as shown. Tighten screw with 4mm security allen wrench (I).
CONNECTIONBLOCK
A
CAPTIVESCREW
FRONTOFMOUNT
• Always use an assistant or mechanical lifting equipment to safely lift and position the projector.
WARNING
CONNECTIONBLOCK
A
E
7
8
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONTOF
MOUNT

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To adjust yaw (swivel) for wood stud, concrete ceiling, and threaded rod mounting applications:
Loosenwood screws (D) (refer to steptwo), or locknuts forthreadedrods (refer to stepfour),until projector
mount can be rotated. Rotate mount to desired position and retighten screws or locknuts.
To adjust yaw (swivel) for extension column applications: Loosen screw on projector mount assembly (A)
indicated below until projector mount can be rotated. Rotate mount to desired position and retighten screw.
To adjust pitch (forward and backward tilt): Turn knob on back of mount as shown below. Pull knob out and
turn by hand for easy adjustment or insert #2 phillips screwdriver in end of knob and turn.
To adjust roll (side to side tilt): Turn knob on side of mount as shown below. Pull knob out and turn by hand
foreasy adjustment orinsert#2 phillips screwdriverin end of knoband turn.
Projector AlignmentProjector Alignment
Projector AlignmentProjector Alignment
Projector Alignment
SCREWFORYAW(SWIVEL)STOP
(REFERTOSTEP1,FIG.1.3)
A
KNOBFORROLL
ADJUSTMENT
KNOBFORPITCH
ADJUSTMENT
BACKOFMOUNT
9
ACCESSSLOTFOR
OPENENDWRENCH
ALLOWSTIGHTENING
OFWOODSCREW(D)
WITHOUTREMOVING
PROJECTOR
To prevent tampering with the pitch and roll adjustments:Tighten the two tamper resistant security screws
on the projector mount assembly using 4 mm security allen wrench (I) to lock the pitch and roll adjustments as
shownbelow.
Note:Tighten screws firmly, but donot overtighten. Overtighteningcandamage the mount.
• Do not adjust pitch or roll while tamper resistant security screws are fully engaged.
• Loosen the two tamper resistant security screws one complete turn before adjusting the projector mount assembly or
damagemay occur.
CAUTION
ARROWINDICATES
FRONTOFMOUNT
9-1
TOLOCKROLLTIGHTEN
TAMPER RESISTANT
SECURITY SCREW TOLOCKPITCH
TIGHTEN
TAMPER RESISTANT
SECURITY SCREW
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW

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I-BeamClamps
MODELS:
ACC 558, ACC 559
MAX LOAD:250 lbs. (113.4 kg.)
COLOR:Black
• ACC 558 clamps onto 4"-8" I-Beam
• ACC 559 clamps onto 7"-12" I-Beam
PRG Series Projector MountAccessories
Unistrut®Adapter
MODEL:ACC 550
MAX LOAD:250 lbs. (113.4 kg.)
COLOR:Black
• Designed for use with
1 5/8" x 1 5/8" 12 gauge Unistrut
Round Ceiling Plate
MODEL:ACC 570(S)(W)
MAX LOAD:150 lbs. (68 kg.)
COLOR:Black, Silver, White
• Designed for finished or structural
ceilings (wood or concrete)
• Features a cord management
access hole
• Now available in Silver or White
Accessory Pack for CMJ 455
MODEL:ACC 455*
This pack includes 4 hanger brackets and
4hangerclamps foradditionalstability. For
use with model CMJ 455.
TrussCeilingAdapter
MODEL:ACC 557*
MAX LOAD: 250 lbs. (113.4 kg.)
COLOR: Black
• Attaches to a square, round,
rectangular, or I-Beam truss up to 3" in
diameter
EscutcheonRing
MODEL:ACC 640
• Covers hole where extension
column passes through ceiling
• Hinged ring wraps around extension column
• Included with CMJ 500
LightweightCathedral
Ceiling Plate
MODEL:ACC 912*
MAX LOAD:60 lbs. (27.2 kg.)
COLOR:Black
• Designed specifically for projectors
• Allows a projector to be mounted
on an angled ceiling
New!
LightweightAdjustable
Suspended Ceiling Kit
MODEL:CMJ 500*
MAX LOAD:60 lbs. (27.2 kg.)
COLOR:White
• Mounts above 2’ x 4’ or 2’ x 2’ false ceiling tile
• Includes tie wire supports, flush mount tube,
and offers two knockout panels for outlet
boxes
• Offers unlimited adjustment for
projector placement
New!
New Color
Options!
Lightweight Suspended Ceiling Kit
MODEL:CMJ 455
MAX LOAD:50 lbs. (22.7 kg.)
COLOR:White
• Five different projector
mount attachment points
• Includes tie wire supports,
flush mount tube, and
offers two knockout panels
for outlet boxes
• May either replace a 2’ x 2’ false
ceiling tile or mount above an existing
2’ x 2’ or 2’ x 4’ ceiling tile
Anti-Vibration Ceiling Plates
MODELS:
ACC 840*, ACC 845*
MAX LOAD:60 lbs. (27.2 kg.)
COLOR:Black
• ACC 840 was designed for
a structural ceiling (wood only)
• ACC 845 was designed for
a Unistrut ceiling (1 5/8" x 1 5/8"
12 gauge Unistrut)
• Reduces unwanted vibrations
that may cause internal damage
to the equipment and/or cause the
screen image to vibrate
• Features two cord management
access holes
• Patentpending
UnistrutorStructural
CeilingPlates
MODELS:
CMJ 300*, CMJ 310*
MAX LOAD:
250 lbs. (113.4 kg.)
COLOR:Black
• CMJ 300 is a 4" x 4" ceiling plate
• CMJ 310 is a 8" x 8" ceiling plate
• Designed for a Unistrut ceiling
(1 5/8" x 1 5/8" 12 gauge Unistrut)
or a solid structural ceiling
(mounting hardware not included)
Unistrut
Ceiling plate
R
R
R
Ceiling Plates
R
*= Not UL Listed