Premier Mounts MAG-Ext User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
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IN-MAGEXT.R4
Polaris™ EXT
Universal Projector Mount
Model: MAG-EXT
Premier Mounts
3130 E. Miraloma Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92806
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
[email protected] www.mounts.colll

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Table of Contents
Parts List - 3 -
Installation Tools - 3 -
Features - 4-
Selecting the Proper Mounting Hardware - 4 -
Attaching the Mount - 5 -
Single Mounting Point Installation - 5 -
Ceiling Installation - 6 -
Height Adjustment - 6 -
Troubleshooting Procedures - 7 -
Technical Specifications - 7 -
Warranty - 8 -
Contact Premier Mounts - 8 -
Warning Statements - 8 -
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Parts List
OTE: This mount is shipped with all proper installation hardware and components. Make sure that none of
these parts are missing and/or damaged before beginning installation. If there are parts missing
and/or damaged, please stop the installation and contact Premier Mounts (800-368-9700).
NOTE: Please review all WARNING and CAUTION statements (see Page 8) before beginning the
installation
of the MAG-EXT.
Mounting Legs
(Qty 4)
M6 x12mm M3 Flat Washers
ecurity Screw (Qty 4)
Qt 8)
#14 X2" Wood
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M5 x I2mm
Screw (Qty 3)
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Security Screw
(Qt 4)
M4 x12mm M3 x16mm
Security Screw Security Screw
Qt 6) Qt 4)
~" -20 x5/16" Plastic Barrel Caps
99
Security Screw (Qty 4)
99
(Qty I)
M4 Star Washers
00
(Qt 2)
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(Qty
1)
Installation Tools
Phillips Head Screw Driver
Soft Material! Blanket
Tape Measure
Ladder
M3 Security Allen Wrench (Supplied)
1/8" Wood Drill Bit -Ceiling Installation
(Commercially Available)
Portable Drill
Pencil
Stud Finder (Commercially Avai lable)
M5 Security Allen Wrench (Supplied)
Masonry Bit (Commercially Available)
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Features
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Premier Mounts Polaris™ Universal Projector Mount. The
projector mount can be configured for ceiling and or wall installations. The
Polaris™ features our exclusive
MagnaGuide™ Technology which assists the installer for quicker installation times and peace
of mind. The
Polaris™ Universal Projector Mount is height adjustable from 9" to 12" to help achieve the perfect viewing
height.
ASingle Wooden Stud
Mounting Points
BSolid Structure A
Mounting Points
CCeiling Plate AB
0Adjustable Suspension C
Neck B
EM6 x20mm Security
Screw E
FMagnaGuide™ -Upper
Assembly D
GM4 x
l2mm Security
Screw and Star Washer 9
HBarrel Cap F0
[Leveling Barrel iG
JMounting Hardware p
KMounting Leg
LMagnaGuide
TM_ Lower Q
Assembly ----.9
MProjector Plate HH
NM6 Square Nut
0Locking Tab J
PMagnets
----+
..
J
QRadial
Glide™ Set
Screw
..
LM
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Selecting the Proper Mounting Hardware
1. Invert the projector and locate the mounting points.
2. Test each size
of the screws provided.
3. The correct screws should thread easily into the mounting point and not pull out when pressure
is applied.
WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN YOUR MOUNTING SCREWS TO THE PROJECTOR CHASIS.
USING THE INCORRECT SCREW DEPTH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR
PROJECTOR.
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Attaching the Mount
Unpack the MAG-EXT and review any WARNING statements that apply to the installation. Select the desired
location for the MAG-EXT.
Single Mounting Point Installation
I.
4.
5.
Locate the mounting points on the bottom of the projector
(see arrows
above for mounting point recognition).
NOTE: Projector mounting points will vary. The
projector used in this manual is an example, and
may not match yours exactly.
Align the projector plate to the mounting legs.
Position the legs accordingly for best configuration. You
may raise
or lower each leg independently by turning the
leveling barrels.
2. Attach the appropriate
number of mounting legs to the
projector using the appropriate mounting hardware
(see Page 4, Selecting the Proper Mounting Hardware).
3. Do not tighten these screws completely at this time.
6. Secure the legs to the projector plate by screwing
M6 x12mm security screws into the
M6 square nuts
(do not overtighten) on the mounting legs.
7. Tighten all security screws at this time.
8. Once the security screws have been tightened, place the
plastic cap over each leveling barrel and firmly push into
place.
-:.. .... Mounting Point
...... &/ ..------
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If your projector has a Y.-20 x 5/16" mounting point, please refer 2.
to the following three steps: 3.
I. Determine where the mounting point
is located.
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1. -20 x 5/16"
Mounting Screw
Place the projector plate
over the mounting point.
Insert the
Y.-20 x 5/16" security screw.
NOTE: This screw will use astandard hole when mounting.
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Adjustable
Suspension Neck
M4 x12mm Security
Screw and Star Washer
"'-Ai:~'Ii;:"------- M5 Set Screw
M6 X12mm
Security Screw
M5AlIen ~
Wrench
After the projector has been installed, the projector must then be
adjusted. To adjust the projector:
1. Loosen the M5 set screw using the M5 Allen wrench (both
sides).
2. Adjust the projector to the correct position. Firmly grasp the
projector in both hands, and tilt either forward or
backward to adjust the level.
-OR-
Firmly grasp the projector in both hands and rotate side to
side for orientation adjustment.
3. Tighten the M5 set screw on both sides using the M5 Allen
wrench.
Ceiling Installation
1. Mounting Surfaces
NOTE: Use a 118" drill bit to pre-drill the mounting holes
before securing the wood screws (supplied).
Wood studs:Where denoted with the letter 'A', mark these
locations for wood stud installation.
NOTE: Use amasonry bit to pre-drill the mounting holes in
the concrete surface.
Concrete surface: Where denoted with the letter 'B', mark
these locations for concrete installation.
2. Use two (2) #14 x 2" wood screws (supplied) to attach the
ceiling plate to the wooden ceiling stud.
aTE: For extra security, attach athird wood screw to the
middle mounting point (A).
3. Slowly raise the projector toward the upper assembly. Once
the projector is close to the upper assembly, MagnaGuide
Technology will pull the lower assembly into the upper
assembly and the locking tab will engage.
WARNING: THE MAGNETS ARE USED FOR GUIDING
THE UNIT ONLY! PLEASE MAKE SURE
THE TWO (2) M4 X12MM SCREWS ARE
USED TO SECURE THE PROJECTOR.
4. Attach the two (2) M4 x12mm security screws and
washers that are located on each side
of the locking tab.
aTE: Do not release your hold on the projector until the
upper and lower assemblies are engaged and the
locking tab
is in place.
NOTE: If you choose to use he ce ter mounting point for
added security, detach the adjustable suspension neck
by removing the two (2)
M6 x12mm security screws,
drive the wood screw in place and reattach the
adjustable suspension neck and security screws.
Height Adjustment
I. To adjust the height of the Magna Mount, hold the weight
of the projector and loosen the two (2) M6 x12mm
security screws.
2. Slide the adjustable suspensIOn neck into the desired
position.
3. Retighten the two (2) M6 x 20mm security screws.
aTE: Do not release the projector until the M6 screws are
completely tight.
M6 x20mm
Security Screws
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Troubleshooting Procedures
QUESTION:
ANSWER:
QUESTION:
ANSWER:
My projector mount must be set at an angle to be viewed properly on the wall, but the projector
will not hold at this position. Why is this?
The angle adjustments are not tight; they must be tightened.
What happens if the universal arms don't fit my projector?
Contact Customer Service and advise them of the situation.
Technical Specifications
All measurements are inches (mm).
3.69
(93.73)
I
9805
(233.68)
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ClOW
1137
(32461) o
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Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
All Premier Mounts products carry alimited lifetime warranty from ship date against defects in materials and workmanship. Premier Mounts is not
liable for improper installation that results
in damage to mounts, adapters, display equipment or personal injury. Any modification to the existing
mount will void the manufacturers' warranty.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Contact Premier Mounts
In the event of missing and/or damaged equipment, or technical questions, the following information can help in the completion of the installation.
Customer Service -[phone]
Technical Support -[email protected]
Warning Statements
WARNING: PREMIER MOUNTS DOES NOT WARRANT AGAINST DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF ANY PREMIER MOUNTS
PRODUCT FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN THOSE FOR WHICH IT WAS DESIGNED OR DAMAGE CAUSED BY
UNAUTHORIZED ATTACHMENTS OR MODIFICATIONS, AND
IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, CLAIMS,
DEMANDS, SUITS, ACTIONS
OR CAUSES OF ACTION OF WHATEVER KIND RESULTING FROM, ARISING OUT OF
OR IN ANY MANNER RELATING TO ANY SUCH USE, ATTACHMENTS OR MODIFICATIONS.
WARNING: THE CEILING STRUCTURE MUST BE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING AT LEAST FIVE TIMES THE PROJECTORS'
WEIGHT.
IF NOT, THE CEILING STRUCTURE MUST BE REINFORCED. PROPER INSTALLATION PROCEDURE BY A
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN, AS OUTLINED IN THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, MUST BE ADHERED
TO. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
WARNING: SAFETY MEASURES MUST BE PRACTICED AT ALL TIMES DURING THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT. USE
PROPER SAFETY GEAR AND TOOLS FOR THE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNING: PRIOR TO THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT, THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SHOULD BE READ AND
COMPLETELY UNDERSTOOD. THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE READ TO PREVENT PERSONAL
INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. KEEP THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IN AN EASILY ACCESSIBLE
LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Indicates that the power plug
is to be disconnected from the
power outlet.
Safety precautions must be taken
at all times.
Contact Premier Mounts with any questions -
[phone].
Warning and Caution statements.
Do not install on astructure that
is prone to vibration, movement or chance of impact. Failure to do so could result in damage to the projector
and/or damage to the mounting surface.
Do not install near heater, fireplace, direct sunlight, air conditioning or any other source of direct heat energy. Failure to do so may result in
damage to the projector and could increase the risk of fire.
(1 Aqualified person should perform the installation procedure. Injury and/or damage can result from dropping or mishandling the projector
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