Planar FWM-MXL Users Manual
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Universal Low Prole Flat Mount
Model: FWM-MXL
U.S.
Toll Free: 1-866-752-6271
Outside N. America: 1-503-748-5799
E-mail: ts@planar.com
9531-033-O03-01
FRANCE
Phone: +33 5 6378 3810
E-mail: emeats@planar.com
FWM-MXL
Contents
Weight Limit. ................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Warning Statements. .................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Installation Tools. .......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Parts List....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Mounting Hardware. ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Features. ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Installing the Wall Plate. ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Installing the Mounting Bracket. ..................................................................................................................................................11
Lock-It™ Security Barrel Installation (Optional).......................................................................................................................... 14
Mounting Bracket Adjustments. .................................................................................................................................................. 15
Technical Specications. ............................................................................................................................................................ 16
Disclaimer ................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Introduction. ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Determining the Mounting Surface................................................................................................................................. 6
Wood Stud Installation. .................................................................................................................................................. 6
Concrete Installation. ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
Steel Stud Installation. ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Selecting the Mounting Hardware. ................................................................................................................................11
Universal Washer Installation. ...................................................................................................................................... 12
Universal Spacer Installation........................................................................................................................................ 12
Locking and Leveling Screw Installation. ..................................................................................................................... 13
Attaching the Mounting Bracket to the Flat Panel. ....................................................................................................... 14
Attaching the Flat Panel to the Wall Plate. ................................................................................................................... 15
Leveling Screw Adjustment. ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Locking Screw Adjustment. .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Utilizing the Security Barrel. ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Weight Limit
THE WALL STRUCTURE MUST BE CAPABLE OF
Maximum Flat Panel Weight:
175 lbs.
SUPPORTING AT LEAST FIVE TIMES THE WEIGHT OF
THE FLAT PANEL. IF NOT, THE WALL STRUCTURE MUST
BE REINFORCED.
Warning Statements
PRIOR TO THE INSTALLATION OF THIS PRODUCT, THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE READ AND
COMPLETELY UNDERSTOOD. KEEP THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS IN AN EASILY ACCESSIBLE LOCATION
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
PROPER INSTALLATION PROCEDURE BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN MUST BE FOLLOWED, AS OUTLINED
IN THESE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
SAFETY MEASURES MUST BE PRACTICED AT ALL TIMES DURING THE ASSEMBLY OF THIS PRODUCT. USE
PROPER SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS FOR THE ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY.
PLANAR SYSTEMS DOES NOT WARRANT AGAINST DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE USE OF ANY PLANAR SYSTEMS
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.
At least two qualied people should perform the assembly procedure. Personal injury and/or property damage can result
from dropping or mishandling the at panel.
If mounting to wall studs or ceiling studs, make sure that the mounting screws are anchored into the center of the wall studs
or ceiling studs. Use of an edge-to-edge stud nder is recommended.
It is recommended that a maximum of ⅝″ plaster board be used when mounting to wooden studs.
Be aware of the mounting environment. If drilling and/or cutting into the mounting surface, always make sure that there
are no electrical wires in wall. Cutting or drilling into an electrical line may cause serious personal injury.
Make sure there are no water or natural gas lines inside the wall where the mount is to be located. Cutting or drilling into a
water or gas line may cause severe property damage or personal injury.
This product is intended for indoor use only. Use of this product outdoors could lead to product failure and/or serious
personal injury.
Do not install near sources of high heat. Do not install on a structure that is prone to vibration, movement or chance of
impact.
Contact Planar Systems with any questions:
1-866-752-6271
ts@planar.com
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FWM-MXL
Installation Tools
The following tools may be required, dependent upon your particular installation. These tools are not provided, but you
can purchase them at your local hardware store.
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Electronic Stud Finder
Pencil
¼˝ Drill Bit for
Wood Stud
/16˝ Drill Bit for
Steel Stud*
Level
5
/16˝ Concrete Drill Bit**
2
1
Tape Measure
Hand Held Drill
Hammer**
Protective Eyewear
Socket Wrench
½˝ Socket
M10 Socket*
Phillips Tip Screwdriver
* Optional tools for steel stud installations.
** Optional tools for concrete installations.
Parts List
Your product 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 Planar at 1-866-752-6271 (U.S.) or +33 5 6378 3810 (France).
FWM-MXL Universal Low Prole Flat Mount Assembly Components
Mounting Brackets
(Qty 2)
Wall Plate
(Qty 1)
M6 x 120mm Screws
(Qty 4)
5
/16˝ Flat Washers
(Qty 6)
M6 Steel Stud Anchors (Qty 6)
Universal Spacers
(Qty 24)
Security Barrel
(Qty 1)
Pro Mounting Hardware
5
/16˝ Concrete Wedge Anchors (Qty 6)
Thread Depth Indicator
(Qty 1)
5
/16˝ x 3˝ Lag Bolts (Qty 6)
Universal Washers
(Qty 6)
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Parts List (cont’d)
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Mounting Hardware
M4 x 16mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M4 x 25mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M4 x 30mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M5 x 16mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M5 x 25mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M8 x 16mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M8 x 25mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M8 x 30mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M8 x 45mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M8 x 70mm Screw
(Qty 4)
M5 x 30mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M6 x 16mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M6 x 25mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M6 x 30mm Screw
(Qty 6)
M6 x 45mm Screw
(Qty 6)
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Features
Leveling Screws
Allows for leveling
adjustments of the at panel
after mounting.
Cable/Electrical Cut Out
A large cut out on the wall
plate allows for easy cable
access and power
distribution installations.
Directional Mounting Arrow
Directional Mounting Arrow
lets you know which edge is
up.
Low Prole Design
Holds the at panel less
than 1˝ from the wall.
Mounting Slots
Allow for a variety of stud
congurations and lateral
shift adjustments when
mounting your at panel.
Locking Safety Screws
Prevents the at panel from
being removed or dislodged
from the wall plate.
Universal Spacers
Uniquely designed spacers that t
multiple screw sizes.
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Installing the Wall Plate
Introduction
Directional Mounting Arrow
The Directional Mounting Arrow stamped into the
top of the wall mount indicates which edge is the
top.
Mounting Safety
Two people are recommended for the installation
of this mount.
Determining the Mounting Surface
If you will be installing your mount to wood studs,
proceed to the “Wood Stud Installation” section.
If you will be installing your mount to a concrete wall,
proceed to the “Concrete Installation” section.
If you will be installing your mount to a steel frame,
proceed to the “Steel Stud Installation” section.
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Wood Stud Installation
Step 1
You must secure the wall plate to two (2) wall
studs with a minimum of four (4) lag bolts (2 lag
bolts for each stud found).
Use a stud nder to determine the exact center of
wall studs in the vicinity of the wall plate.
Use a pencil to mark the exact center of each of the
wall studs.
Step 2
Two people are recommended for this step; one
person to level the wall plate and another person
to mark the wall stud location.
Place the wall plate against the wall in the desired
viewing location.
Adjust the wall plate to align the mount slots in the
wall plate with the center of the wall studs.
Level the wall plate.
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Use a pencil to mark the upper right mounting
location along the center of the wall stud.
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