PEERLESS PRG-1S Guide

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Maximum UL Load Capacity:
50 lb (22.7 kg)
Installation and Assembly Manual:
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This product is intended for use with UL
Listed products and must be installed by a
qualified professional installer.
PRG Precision Gear Projector Mount
Models: PRG-1, PRG-1S, PRG-1W
Features:
• ImageLockTM alignment prevents picture sag or drift
• Wrench access slot for easier flush mount installations
• Exclusive aluminum track quick release

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Table of Contents
Parts List .................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Installation to Extension Columns / Ceiling Plate ........................................................................................................ 4
Installation to Wood Joist Ceilings .............................................................................................................................. 5
Installation to Concrete Ceilings .................................................................................................................................. 6
Installation to Threaded Rods ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Attaching Adapter Plate to Projector ........................................................................................................................... 8
Attaching Adapter Plate to Projector Mount ................................................................................................................ 9
Projector Alignment ...................................................................................................................................................10
Accessories ......................................................................................................................................................... 11, 12
Tools Needed for Assembly
•stud finder ("edge to edge" stud finder is recommended)
•phillips screwdriver
•drill
•1/4" bit for concrete surface
•5/32" bit for wood studs
•open end wrench
•level
• It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the
projector is properly ventilated.
CAUTION
Note: Read entire instruction sheet before you start installation and assembly.
• Do not begin to install your Peerless product until you have read and understood the instructions and warnings con-
tained in this Installation Sheet. If you have any questions regarding any of the instructions or warnings, call Peerless
customer care at 1-800-729-0307.
• This product should only be installed by someone of good mechanical aptitude, has experience with basic building
construction, and fully understands these instructions.
• Make sure that the supporting surface will safely support the combined load of the equipment and all attached hard-
ware and components.
• Never exceed the Maximum UL Load Capacity.
• Always use an assistant or mechanical lifting equipment to safely lift and position equipment.
• Tighten screws firmly, but do not overtighten. Overtightening can damage the items, greatly reducing their holding
power. See suggested torque values where applicable within these instructions.
WARNING

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PRG-1 PRG-1S PRG-1W
Description Qty. Part # Part # Part #
Aprojector mount assembly 1 055-0764 055-0765 055-0766
B4 mm security allen wrench 1 560-9646 560-9646 560-9646
C#10-32 x 3/8" serrated washer head socket pin screw 2 520-1151 520-2151 520-2151
D#10-32 x 1/4" socket pin screw 1 520-1196 520-2196 520-2196
Eflat washer 2 540-1078 540-1078 540-1078
F#14 x 2.5 phillips hex head wood screw 2 5S1-015-C03 5S1-015-C04 5S1-015-C04
Gconcrete anchor 2 590-0097 590-0097 590-0097
H2 mm security allen wrench 1 560-1097 560-1097 560-1097
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.
B
C
A
DG
E
H
Disengage connection block from projector mount assembly (A) by unscrewing captive screw and sliding out
connection block as shown.
CONNECTIONBLOCK
CAPTIVESCREW
A
1
F

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Installation to Extension Column / Ceiling Plate
NOTE: Refer to accompanying instructions with ceiling plates (sold separately) for installing these models to
ceiling.
Screw projector mount assembly (A) onto extension column as shown in figure 2.1.
NOTE: For 3/4" extension columns, reducer ACC 913 (not included) will be required as shown in figure 2.2. Tighten
swivel stop screw against extension column, flush mount tube or reducer using 4 mm security allen wrench (B) as
shown in figure 2.3.
NOTE: Swivel stop screw is used to jam against threads of extension column, flush mount tube or reducer to
prevent any excess movement of projector mount assembly (A). Do not overtighten screw; overtightening screw will
damage threads making it difficult to separate products.
Skip to step 6.
A
1 1/2" EXTENSION
COLUMN
(SOLD SEPARATELY)
UL LISTED EXT OR ADJ
SERIES)
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONT OF
MOUNT
fig. 2.1
A
3/4" EXTENSION COLUMN
(SOLD SEPARATELY)
ACC 913
(NOT UL LISTED)
(SOLD SEPARATELY)
fig. 2.2
fig. 2.3
2
SWIVEL STOP
SCREW
CMJ 455
(SOLD SEPARATELY)
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONT OF
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 (F)
and two flat washers (E) as shown in figure 3.1 or figure 3.2 depending on joist orientation. Tighten wood screws
(D) using 3/8" (10 mm) socket wrench, phillips screwdriver or 10mm open end wrench until projector mount
assembly (A) is firmly attached.
Skip to step 6.
Installation To Wood Joist Ceilings
FF
A
WOOD JOIST
FRONT OF
MOUNT
EE
WOOD JOIST
A
figure 3.1 figure 3.2
• Tighten wood screws so that projector mount assem-
bly is firmly attached, but do not overtighten. Overtight-
ening can damage the screws, greatly reducing their
holding power.
• 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
finder is highly recommended.
WARNING
FRONT OF
MOUNT
ACCESS SLOT FOR
OPEN END WRENCH
ALLOWS TIGHTENING
OF WOOD SCREW (D)
WITHOUT REMOVING
PROJECTOR
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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 (G), two
flat washers (E), and two #14 x 2.5" wood screws (F)
as shown in Illustration A and 1, 2, and 3 (below).
Tighten wood screws (F) using 3/8" (10 mm) socket
wrench, phillips screwdriver or 10mm open end
wrench until projector mount assembly (A) is firmly
attached.
1
3
Drill hole and insert anchor
CUTAWAY VIEW
INCORRECT
concrete
plaster/
dry wall
CORRECT
concrete
plaster/
dry wall
concrete
ceiling
F
F
F
Illustration A
Installation to Concrete Ceilings
A
2A
CONCRETE CEILING
E
G
G
G
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 6.
G
FRONT OF
MOUNT
• Concrete anchors are not intended for attachment to
concrete ceiling covered with a layer of plaster,
drywall, or other finishing material. If mounting to
concrete ceiling covered with plaster/drywall is un-
avoidable, plaster/drywall (up to 5/8" thick) must be
counterbored as shown below. If plaster/drywall is
thicker than 5/8", custom fasteners must be supplied
by installer.
WARNING
• Tighten wood screws firmly, but do not overtighten.
Overtightening can damage the screws, greatly
reducing their holding power.
• Never tighten in excess of 80 in • lb (9 N.M.).
WARNING
4
A
A
Place mount over anchor and secure with screw
After repeating step one tighten all fasteners

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1/4-20 THREADED ROD
(NOT INCLUDED)
Thread two 1/4-20 hex thin nylon-insert locknuts (not included) on two 1/4-20 threaded rods (not included) to the
desired height of projector mount assembly. Attach projector mount assembly (A) to the two 1/4-20 threaded rods
using two 1/4-20 hex thin nylon-insert locknuts as shown in figure 5.1 or figure 5.2.
A
Installation to Threaded Rod
(Not evaluated by UL - Professional installation only)
1/4-20 THREADED ROD
(NOT INCLUDED)
A
fig. 5.1 fig. 5.2
1/4-20 HEX THIN
NYLON-INSERT
LOCKNUT
(NOT INCLUDED)
5
1/4-20 HEX THIN
NYLON-INSERT
LOCKNUT
(NOT INCLUDED)
1/4-20 HEX THIN
NYLON-INSERT
LOCKNUT
(NOT INCLUDED)
1/4-20 HEX THIN
NYLON-INSERT
LOCKNUT
(NOT INCLUDED)
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONT OF
MOUNT
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONT OF
MOUNT

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Installing Dedicated Adapter Plate (sold
separately)
Note: The projector dedicated adapter plate you are
installing may differ in appearance from the sample
illustrated right.
Align shoulder on connection block opposite notch
in adapter plate. Attach dedicated adapter plate to
connection block from projector mount assembly
(A) using two #10-32 x 3/8" serrated washer head
socket pin screws (C) as shown in figure 6.1.
Note: For PAP 35, PAP 40, and PAP 45 adapter
plates, use two #10-32 x 3/4" screws provided with
adapter plate in place of screws (C).
Note: Attach dedicated adapter plate to projector
(see PAP instructions) before proceeding to step 7.
CONNECTIONBLOCK
DEDICATED
ADAPTER PLATE
(SOLD SEPARATELY)
C
NOTCHINDICATES
FRONTOF PROJECTOR
SHOULDER
6
Attaching Adapter Plate to Projector
fig. 6.1
Installing PAP-UNV Adapter Plate (sold
separately)
Align shoulder on connection block opposite notch
in adapter plate. Attach PAP-UNV adapter plate to
connection block from projector mount assembly
(A) using two #10-32 x 3/8" serrated washer head
socket pin screws (C) as shown in figure 6.2.
Note: Attach PAP-UNV adapter plate to projector
(see PAP-UNV instructions) before proceeding to
step 7.
CONNECTIONBLOCK
PAP-UNV
ADAPTER PLATE
(SOLD SEPARATELY)
NOTCHINDICATES
FRONTOF PROJECTOR
SHOULDER
fig. 6.2 C

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Slide connection block with projector into projector mount assembly (A) as shown. 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 (D) through projector mount
assembly (A) and into connection block as shown. Tighten screw using 4mm security allen wrench (B).
A
CONNECTIONBLOCK
D
• Do not lift more weight than you can handle. Use additional man power or mechanical lifting equipment to safely handle
placement of the screen.
WARNING
A
FRONT OF MOUNT
CAPTIVESCREW
ARROW
INDICATES
FRONT OF
MOUNT
7
8
CONNECTIONBLOCK
Attaching Adapter Plate to Projector Mount

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To adjust yaw (swivel) for wood stud, concrete ceiling, and threaded rod mounting applications:
Loosen wood screws (F) if flush mounted to wood joists (step 3) or concrete ceilings (step 4), or loosen lock-
nuts on threaded rods (step 5), 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
for easy adjustment or insert #2 phillips screwdriver in end of knob and turn.
Projector AlignmentProjector Alignment
Projector AlignmentProjector Alignment
Projector Alignment
SCREW FOR YAW (SWIVEL) STOP
(REFER TO STEP 2, INSTALLATION
TO EXTENSION COLUMNS, FIG. 2.3)
A
KNOB FOR ROLL
ADJUSTMENT
KNOBFORPITCH
ADJUSTMENT
BACK OF MOUNT
9
ACCESS SLOT FOR
OPEN END WRENCH
ALLOWS TIGHTENING
OF WOOD SCREW (F)
WITHOUT REMOVING
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 (B) to lock the pitch and roll adjustments as
shown below.
Note: Tighten screws firmly, but do not overtighten. Overtightening can damage 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
damage may occur.
CAUTION
ARROW INDICATES
FRONT OF MOUNT
9-1
TO LOCK ROLL TIGHTEN
TAMPER RESISTANT
SECURITY SCREW TOLOCK PITCH TIGHTEN
TAMPER RESISTANT
SECURITY SCREW
FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW

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I-Beam Clamps
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 Mount Accessories
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
4 hanger clamps for additional stability. For
use with model CMJ 455.
Truss Ceiling Adapter
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
Escutcheon Ring
MODEL: ACC 640
• Covers hole where extension
column passes through ceiling
• Hinged ring wraps around extension column
• Included with CMJ 500
Lightweight Cathedral
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!
Lightweight Adjustable
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
• Patent pending
Unistrut or Structural
Ceiling Plates
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
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ALLIGATOR
®
Concrete Anchors
MODELS: ACC 203, 204
• ACC 203 contains 3 anchors
• ACC 204 contains 4 anchors
• Used for attachment to concrete, concrete block, or brick
• Used in conjunction with wood screws
(supplied with projector mount and/or ceiling plate)
• Expands in length and binds to the contours of the hole and the screw
Cord Wrap
MODELS: ACC 852(W)(S)*
COLOR:
Black, White, or Silver
Side-To-Side Adjuster
MODEL: ACC 830*
COLOR:
Black
• Provides 4" of radial adjustment side to side
` • Includes Flush Mount Tube, EXT 002
Extension Column Connector
MODEL: ACC 109*
COLOR:
Black
• Can be used to join two 1 1/2" extension columns
to create a maximum length of 20’
• Secures to columns with Armor LockTM
Security screws
Extension Column Stabilizer Kit
MODEL: ACC 050*
COLOR:
Black
• Can be used to reduce unwanted swaying
that may occur with extension column installations
• Includes a hose clamp, two stabilizer column
supports, & hardware for mounting to wood joists
• For use with extension columns over 21"
• Includes, four, 2' sections
• Designed to externally route cords along the outside of an 1/2" extension column
• Sections can be stacked to create longer lengths or cut to desired length
Armor Lock
TM
Plus Security Cables
MODEL: ACC 021*
• With 1/4" security cable and fasteners
• Includes adhesive for non-fastener applica
tions
New
Low Price!
MODEL: ACC 020*
• With security lock
• For use with projectors that have a built-in
security slot
Extension
column
Side to side
adjuster
Extension Columns
Security Accessories
Additional Projector
Mount Accessories
PRG Series Projector Mount Accessories
Cord Management
3/4" Pipe Reducer
MODEL: ACC 913*
New!
New!
• For use with FLP model extension columns
• Order an additional reducer to attach ceiling
plates with 1 1/2" hole
Fixed Length 3/4"
Extension Columns*
LOAD CAPACITY: 60 lbs. (27.2 kg.)
Fixed Length 1 1/2"
Extension Columns
COLOR: Black
MODEL Drop Length Ship Weight
EXT 006 8" (20 cm) 2.5 lbs (1.13 kg)
EXT 018 20" (51 cm) 5 lbs (2.27 kg)
EXT 101 14" (36 cm) 3.5 lbs (1.59 kg)
EXT 102 26" (66 cm) 6 lbs (2.72 kg)
EXT 103 38" (97 cm) 9.25 lbs (4.2 kg)
EXT 104 50" (127cm) 12 lbs (5.44 kg)
EXT 105 62" (158 cm) 14.75 lbs (6.69 kg)
EXT 106 74" (188 cm) 18 lbs (8.16 kg)
EXT 107 86" (219 cm) 20.75 lbs (9.41 kg)
EXT 108 98" (249 cm) 23.25 lbs (10.55 kg)
EXT 109 110" (279 cm) 26.5 lbs (12.02 kg)
EXT 110 122" (310 cm) 29 lbs (13.15 kg)
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COLOR: Black
Adjustable Length 1 1/2"
Extension Columns
MODEL Drop Length Ship Weight
ADJ 006009 8"-11" 4 lbs. (1.81 kg)
ADJ 012018 14"-20" 4.75 lbs. (2.15 kg)
ADJ 018024 20"-26" 6.25 lbs. (2.83 kg)
ADJ 0203 26"-38" 8 lbs. (3.63 kg)
ADJ 0305 38"-62" 13.5 lbs. (6.12 kg)
ADJ 0406 50"-74" 16.25 lbs. (7.37 kg)
ADJ 0507 62"-86" 18.5 lbs. (8.39 kg)
ADJ 0608 74"-98" 21.75 lbs. (9.87 kg)
ADJ 0709 86"-110" 24.5 lbs. (11.11 kg)
ADJ 0810 98"-122" 27 lbs. (12.25 kg)
ADJ 0911 110"-134" 29 lbs. (13.15 kg)
ADJ 1012 122"-146" 31 lbs. (14.06 kg)
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MODEL Drop Length
FLP006 8"
FLP101 14"
FLP102 26"
FLP103 38"
*= Not UL Listed
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