PCM 240 • Installation Guide
When using this accessory, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
WARNING:
Risk of Personal Injury. Maximum setup load for the PCM is 50 lbs (22.7 kg).
NOTE:
Refer to local building standards and codes to verify that the installation will meet the regulatory requirements.
Observe all local and national building and safety codes, UL requirements, and ADA accessibility guidelines.
WARNING:
Risk of Personal Injury and property damage. Do not exceed specified weight limits of any component of
the installation. Follow the manufacturer's specifications and installation instructions.
The Extron PCM 240 Drop Ceiling Projector Mount is used for hanging
PoleVault
System AV products and various projectors.
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The PCM is installed above the drop ceiling and secures the adjustable
pipe in a pass-through pipe adapter plate. The pipe then supports the
mounting of the Extron PMK 550 and UPB 25 projector bracket.
The key components of the PCM 240 are shown in figure 1.
Also included in the kit are:
4 turnbuckles, 5 lag eye bolts, 5 concrete anchors, 2 cable clamps,
1 safety wire – 15 feet, 2 tie wires – 30 feet, 4 T-frame screws, 4
adhesive pads, escutcheon ring.
Pre-Installation
Determine the exact location of the installation on the drop ceiling.
Consider the following:
The vertical and horizontal offsets of the projector from the proposed
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location.
The projector dimensions relative to the image target.
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NOTE:
See the projector manual for details.
Installation
Step 1 — Mark the Frame and Cut the Ceiling Tile.
At the location for the projector, identify the ceiling tile and T-frame
a.
where the PCM will be installed.
Remove the predetermined ceiling tile and mark the maximum and
b.
minimum throw distances of the projector on the T-frame (see
figure 2).
TIP:
Mark the screen direction on the back of the tile to
help with orientation of the tile when replacing it after
cutting�
Place the PCM base plate over the T-frame, between the two marks.
c.
Lightly tighten the T-frame securing screws.
Mark the location of the PCM base plate on the T-frame to aid in
d.
replacing it in the correct location.
Measure the distances X and Y (see figure 2) from the inner vertical
e.
section of the front and left T-frame runners to the center of the
Pipe Adapter Plate.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before starting installation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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1-gang and 2-gang Accessory Mounting
Points (for Power Sockets, for example)
Pipe
Adapter
Pipe Adapter Plate
Lock Nuts (4)
T-frame
Securing
Screws (4)
PCM 240 Parts
Figure 1.
X"
Projector
Front
Y"
T-frame
Minimum and
Maximum
Throw Distance Marks
Minimum and Maximum
Figure 2.
Throw Distances
Base
Plate
Pipe Adapter
Set Screws (2)
1
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