Panasonic ET-PKD520S Users Manual

Installation Instructions

Ceiling Mount Bracket (for Low Ceilings)

Model No.  ET-PKD520S

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*The figure above shows a combination of this product and the separately sold ET-PKD520B projector mount bracket.

*Unless specified otherwise, the ET-PKD520B is used in the illustrations of the projector mount bracket in these instructions.

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product.

■■ To customers

The “Installation Instructions” is intended for use by installation personnel. Be sure to employ certified personnel to perform the installation.

After installation, have the installation personnel return these “Installation Instructions” to you, and save it for future use. When moving or removing the projector, give this manual to the certified personnel and have them perform the procedure.

■■ To installation personnel

Read the “Installation Instructions” thoroughly and then perform the operation correctly and safely.

Be sure to read through the section entitled “Read this first!” (page 3) before proceeding with the installation.

After installation, return these “Installation Instructions” to the customer.

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Contents
Read this first!....................................................................................................	3
Product components.........................................................................................	4
Installation..........................................................................................................	5
Setting up the screen..........................................................................................................	5
Screws tightening torques...................................................................................................	5
Installing the attachment plate to the ceiling.......................................................................	5
Installing the bracket to the projector..................................................................................	7
Suspending the projector....................................................................................................	7
Adjusting the installation angle........................................................................	8
Attaching the wire rope to the ceiling............................................................	10
Specifications...................................................................................................	11

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Read this first!

Always follow these precautions

WARNING:

Installation work should only be carried out by the certified personnel. zzIf this product is not installed correctly, serious accidents may result.

zzFollow the instructions specified in “Installation” and “Attaching the wire rope to the ceiling” of this manual, and perform secure installation.

Install the ceiling mount bracket in accordance with the structure and materials of the installation location.

zzIf a mistake is made in the installation procedure, the ceiling mount bracket may fall down and an injury may result.

Mounting must be carried out by two or more persons.

zzWhen installing the projector in an overhead location, such as on a ceiling, have at least two persons perform the installation.

Make sure that your footing is safe and secure during installation.

zzIf your footing is not secure, you may trip or fall down, and an injury may result.

Do not loosen or remove the unit screws and bolts unnecessarily. zzThe projector may fall down and an injury may result.

Do not install in a location that is not strong enough.

zzIf the installation location is not strong enough, the unit may fall down and damage to the projector or an injury may result.

Do not install the ceiling mount bracket in humid or dusty locations or in locations where the ceiling mount bracket may be exposed to oily smoke, steam, or excessive heat.

zzFailure to obey may result in fire or electric shock. In addition, oil will cause the plastic to deteriorate, which may result in a drop hazard.

Do not allow children to reach the supplied screws and metal fittings. zzThese items can cause personal injury if swallowed.

zzIf swallowed, seek medical help immediately.

Do not disassemble or modify the ceiling mount bracket.

zzThe projector may be damaged or fall down, and an injury may result.

CAUTION:

This bracket should only be mounted on the specified projector mount bracket.

Install only using the designated method.

zzOtherwise, the projector may fall and become damaged, and cause injury.

Do not install the ceiling mount bracket in a place which may impede projector ventilation. zzIf this is not observed, fire may result.

Do not hang from or hang objects on the projector or ceiling mount bracket. zzThe projector may fall and cause injury.

Always use the supplied parts when performing installation. zzOtherwise, this may cause damaged projector to fall and cause injury.

Install the mounting screws and power cable in such a way that they will not make contact with the inside metals of the ceiling.

zzElectric shocks may result from contact with any metal objects inside the ceiling.

■■ Panasonic disclaims all liability for any accidents or any damage caused by the installation of the ceiling mount bracket using methods that are not described in these Installation Instructions or methods that do not use the parts specified in these Instructions.

■■ If products are no longer being used, they should be dismantled and removed by the certified personnel as soon as possible.

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Product components

This is a ceiling mount bracket for installing projectors.

Use this together with the projector mount bracket (sold separately).

■■ Applicable projector mount bracket

ET-PKD520B

* Products other than the above may be supported. Refer to the installation instructions for your projector mount bracket.

■■ Structural components

Check that the package contains the following parts. The number enclosed in < > is the quantity.

Attachment plate <1>	The attachment plate is attached to the ceiling via
	four ceiling mount bolts.
	Installation methods are different for concrete and
	wooden ceilings.
	This allows panning adjustment.
Angle adjusting bracket <1>	This is attached to the projector mount bracket
	(sold separately).
	This allows vertical tilt adjustment.

Hex head bolt, captive washer <6>

(M6 × 16)

Hex head bolt, captive washer <4>

These are used to assemble the bracket.

(M8 × 20)

■■ The user must also obtain the following parts. (commercially-available)

	Installation work		Required parts	Page
	Installing the	Installing to a	Ceiling mount bolt (× 4), Hex nut (× 16), Flat washer (× 16),	6
	attachment plate to	wooden structure	Spring washer (× 8)
	the ceiling
		Installing to a	Ceiling mount bolt (× 4), Hex nut (× 12), Flat washer (× 12),
	(Bolt diameter: M10			6
	or 3/8")	concrete structure	Spring washer (× 8), Anchoring nut or curled plug (× 4)
	Attaching the wire	Installing to a	Ceiling mount bolt (× 4), Hex nut (× 8), Flat washer (× 8),	10
		wooden structure	Spring washer (× 4)
	rope to the ceiling
	(Bolt diameter: M10	Installing to a	Anchoring nut or curled plug (× 4), Hex head bolt (× 4),	10
	or 3/8")
		concrete structure	Spring washer (× 4), Flat washer (× 4)

*Use flat washers (commercially available) with an outside diameter (Ф) of at least 22 mm (7/8") and a thickness (t) of at least 1.5 mm (1/16").

zzTightening torque for the screws are M6: 4±0.5 N•m, M8: 10±1 N•m, and M10 (3/8"): 20±1 N•m.

zzWhen tightening up the screws, use a tool such as a torque screwdriver or torque wrench. Do not use electric screwdrivers or impact screwdrivers.

Attention

zzDispose of the packaging materials properly after taking the product out of it. zzStore small parts in an appropriate manner, and keep them away from small children.

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