VIEWSONIC WMK-005 User Manual

ViewSonic by Premier Mounts

INSTALLATION MANUAL

IN-WMK005.R3

WMK-005 UNIVERSAL PROJECTOR MOUNT

Premier Mounts

3130 E. Miraloma Avenue

Anaheim, CA 92806

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

www.mounts.com

PBL-110 Projector Mount

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Table of Contents

WARNING STATEMENTS ............................................................................................................................- 4 -

PARTS LIST .................................................................................................................................................- 5 -

INSTALLATION TOOLS ............................................................................................................................... - 5 -

FEATURES...................................................................................................................................................- 7 -

PROJECTOR PREPARATION........................................................................................................................- 8 -

BRACKET INSTALLATION.........................................................................................................................- 10 -

LEVELING THE MOUNTING BRACKET.....................................................................................................- 11 -

SECURING THE UPPER ASSEMBLY CEILING PLATE ...............................................................................- 12 -

LOW PROFILE INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................- 13 -

SECURING THE PROJECTOR TO THE UPPER ASSEMBLY .......................................................................- 15 -

FINAL ADJUSTMENTS ..............................................................................................................................- 16 -

PLASTIC CAP INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................- 17 -

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES .........................................................................................................- 18 -

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................- 19 -

WARRANTY...............................................................................................................................................- 20 -

CONTACT PREMIER MOUNTS ..................................................................................................................- 20 -

NOTES.......................................................................................................................................................- 20 -

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Warning Statements

WARNING:

WARNING:

WARNING:

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
DESUIGNED 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.

THE CEILING STRUCTURE MUST BE CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING AT LEAST FIVE (5) TIMES
THE WEIGHT OF THE PROJECTOR. IF NOT, THE CEILING 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.

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.

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.

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Warning and Caution statements.

A secure structure must support the weight, or load, of the projector. When mounting to a ceiling that contains
wooden studs, dead center of the wooden stud must be confirmed prior to installation.

Do not install on a structure 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.

At least two qualified people should perform the installation procedure. Injury and/or damage can result from dropping
or mishandling the projector.

Recommended mounting surfaces: wooden studs and solid-flat concrete. If the mount is to be installed on any surface
other than wooden studs, use suitable hardware (which is commercially available).

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Parts List

NOTE: 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).

Mounting

Bracket (Qty 1)

M3 Flat Washers

(Qty 3)

M4 X 12mm Hex

Head Screws

(Qty 4)

M6 X 12mm Hex

Head Screws

(Qty 4)

M2.5 x 14mm

Phillips Pan

Head Screws

(Qty 3)

#14 Wood Screws

(Qty 3)

M5 x 12mm Hex

Head Screws

(Qty 4)

Plastic Barrel

Caps (Qty 4)

M3 x 16mm

Phillips Head

Screws (Qty 3)

Installation Tools

Phillips Head Screw Driver Portable Drill
Soft Material/ Blanket Pencil
¼” Drill Bit Level (Supplied)
Tape Measure Wrench with ½” Drive Socket
Stud Finder (Commercially Available) Ladder
M5 Allen Wrench (Supplied)

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L

L

B

K

A Single Wooden Stud

Mounts

B Solid Structure

Mounting Points
C Ceiling Plate
D Allen Wrench
E Height Adjustment

Screws
F Tension Knobs
G Safety Knob
H Security Screws
I Leveling Screws
J Universal Mounting

bracket
K Leg Assembly
L Projector (not included)
M Tri-Lock Opening

Option 1

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A

C

E

D

G

F

H

NOTE: The four (two-piece)

leg assemblies can be used as
single leg or any
combination of single and
dual legs together as shown
in Options 1 and 2. The
number of legs may vary
depending on the number of
mounting points found on
the bottom of the projector.

Combination

Leg

Option 2

I

M

J

D

M

H

J

Single Leg

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Features

Congratulations on your recent purchase of your WMK-005 universal projector ceiling/ wall mount kit. This
unit is designed for projectors weighing 25lbs. (13kg) or less. The mount is easy to install and is loaded with
additional installation features built into the mount. These features allow you to optimize the projector’s
position to the screen for the best projector performance and picture quality.

• Adjustable height – 9” to 12.5” suspension channel to lower the projector height (this extension can be

removed for low-profile mounting of only 2.5”)

• 0° - 45° angled ceiling compensation

• Can be mounted to the ceiling or to a wall

• Tilt/Roll up to ±20°

• Rotates 360°

• Positive locking in any set position

• Quick release system for easy projector mounting and removal

• Cables can be routed inside the extension channel

• Upper ceiling plate allows for single wooden stud installation and cable insertion through the ceiling plate

for a cleaner appearance

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Projector Preparation

CAUTION: THE PROJECTOR IS FRAGILE; HANDLE WITH CARE AT ALL TIMES.

: Review the projector manufacturers’ operation manual and refer to the ceiling mount installation

NOTE

section. Important information concerning the installation dimensions (i.e. distance from the
screen to the lens of the projector, top of the lens placement to the top screen, etc.) will be found
in this section. Adherence to these instructions will simplify the installation and enhance the
quality of the final screen image.

1. Carefully invert the projector and place it on a smooth, flat surface.

2. Identify the number of mounting points and screw thread size. Most projectors have either three or

four mounting points and are M4, M5 or M6 in thread size (Figure 1).

Mounting

Points

lanket/

Soft Cloth

Inverted
Projector

Flat

Surface

Figure 1. Projector Preparation

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3. Separate the upper assembly from the projector mounting bracket by slightly loosening the two

tension knurl knobs to create free play between the bracket tri-lock assembly and the upper section
tri-lock assembly points (Figure 2A and Figure 2B).

4. Loosen the security screw knurl knob far enough to allow the two parts to be rotated 180° apart and

separate (Figure 2C).

A

Rotate 180°
To unlock

Tension
Knobs

B

Upper
Assembly

Safety
Knob

Tri-Lock
Opening

C

Figure 2. Mount Preparation

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Bracket Installation

NOTE: The two-piece mounting barrels are designed to allow for the positioning of each leg around

projector air vents located on the base of the projector. Where applicable, each leg mount may
be shortened by removing the locking screw. This will allow for a better bracket fit, overall.

NOTE: For easier installation, the mounting legs should be first mounted to the projector. Each leg

should then be adjusted so that they can mount to the Universal Mount (Figure 3).

1. Locate the mounting points on the bottom of the projector and use the appropriate number of

mounting legs.

2. Select the mounting hardware that the projector requires and loosely install the universal mount on

the projector.

M5 Allen

Wrench

M6 x 12mm
Hex Head
Screw

M5 x 12mm
Hex Head
Screws

M4 x 12mm
Hex Head
Screws

Two Piece Leg

B

One Piece Leg

C

Inverted
Projector

Universal Mount

Leveling
Barrels

Figure 3. Bracket Installation

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Leveling the Mounting Bracket

CAUTION: Secure but do not over tighten the mounting hardware. Failure to do so will result in

damaging the threads in the projector.

1. Rotate the leveling barrels to level the mounting bracket.

2. Position the mounting bracket so that it avoids most, if not all, ventilation points (including lamp and

filter access doors).

3. When the desired position is achieved, tighten the mounting screws to the projector and then tighten

the hex head leg screws with the M5 Allen wrench (Figure 4).

M5 Allen

rench

Level

Inverted
Projector

Leveling
Barrels

DOWN

UP

Figure 4. Leveling the Mounting Bracket

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Securing the Upper Assembly Ceiling Plate

Review your projector’s owner’s manual to determine what distance is recommended from the front of the
lens to the edge of the screen for best picture ratio.

: However in most home theater and office ceiling mount installations this is not practical as the

NOTE

projector would be to low within the room. At a minimum you should at least locate the inverted
projectors top of the lens point to a point centered horizontally on the screen and no higher then
the top image edge of the screen).

Most projector manufacturers prefer to have the center of the projector lens centered of the top of the screen
when the projector is inverted for ceiling mounting. It is normally better to have the top edge of the lens as
close to parallel with the top image edge of the screen as well. Before you mount your screen and projector,
make sure the mounting location will safely support the weight of the projector.

NOTE: Make sure to measure from the center of the mounting bracket to the front edge of the lens to

determine the proper placement of the center of the upper assembly.

1. Secure the ceiling assembly into a solid wood ceiling stud with the three (3) #14 x 2” wood screws
(supplied) or with other (commercially available) hardware depending on your installation environment
(Figure 5).

Ceiling
Structure

ood Screws

Upper
Assembl

ooden

Ceiling Stud

Secure the ceiling mount
to the center of the

ooden stud.

Knurl Knobs

Figure 5. Securing the Upper Assembly Ceiling Plate

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Low Profile Installation

OPTIONAL

If your installation requires the overall height of the mount to be less that the approximate 9” shown with
the standard mount assembly, you can convert the height to only 2 ½” by simply removing the adjustment
channel as shown. Once the extension channel is removed, attach the upper ceiling plate to the ceiling.

Once attached install the bell housing, assemble to the upper ceiling plate (Figures 6A and 6B).

emoving the middle height extension.

Completely remove
middle extension.

Remove the M8 x 16mm,
flat washer and star washer
(both sides).

Ceiling Plate

Remove the M8 x 16mm, flat
washers and star washers
(both sides).

Allen Wrench

Replace the flat washers and
M8 x 16mm screws (both
sides).

Bell Housing

Figure 6A. Low Profile Installation

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Ceiling Structure

Secure the ceiling plate to the ceiling structure.

Wooden Stud

Lag Bolts

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Ceiling Structure

NOTE: Do not use the star

washers on a close­ceiling application

Allen Wrench

Secure the bell housing
with two M8 x 16mm
screws and flat washers.

Re-attach the bell housing to
the ceiling plate.

Figure 6B. Low Profile Installation

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Securing the Projector to the Upper Assembly

1. Make sure the three-knurl knobs are loosened to fully expose to the “tri-lock” mounting plate in the
base of the upper assembly.

2. Carefully lift the projector and insert the mounting bracket mating special tri-lock cutout into the
mating portion of the upper assembly.

3. Once inserted rotate the projector and mounting bracket 180° and secure the rear safety knob first to
prevent further rotation of the bracket in the upper assembly.

4. Tighten the remaining two tension knurl knobs until the mount becomes rigid. The safety knob
should line up with the alignment slot on the mounting bracket.

NOTE: Follow the numbering

sequence prior to securing
the projector to the upper
assembly.

Insert universal bracket to
the tri-lock, then rotate the
projector 180°

Universal Mount

2

3

The alignment slot
must be in direct
alignment with the
safety knob to lock
the mounting
bracket to the
upper assembly.

Safety Knurl Knob

Tension Knurl Knobs

1

Tri-Lock
Opening

Alignment Slot

Projector

Figure 7. Low Profile Installation

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Final Adjustments

1. With the projector secured in the mount and power on and signal supplied to the projector you can
now proceed with the final height, tilt, roll and yaw to optimize the projected image.

A

The height can be adjusted by slightly
loosening the two 8mm height adjustment
screws and raising/lowering the projector.
Once the height is achieved, tighten the
screws.

B

To adjust the tilt angle of the projector,
slightly loosen the side M8 screws and tilt
to the desired angle and firmly tighten the
two M8 adjustment screws.

C

If roll adjustment is needed to square the
images on the screen, slightly loosen the
front and rear M8 screws and adjust to
the desired angle. Then firmly tighten the
two M8 adjustment screws.

Allen Wrench

A

B

ooden Stud

Ceiling Structure

Height Adjustable
Screws

ooden Stud

Ceiling Structure

Tilt Adjusting Screws

Allen Wrench

ooden Stud

(Roll) Adjusting
Screws

Ceiling

C

Allen Wrench

Re-check the hardware for tightness and security.

Structure

Figure 8. Final Adjustments

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Plastic Cap Installation

1. Once all the final adjustments have been finished, install the plastic caps on the leveling barrels
(Figure 9).

Figure 9. Plastic Cap Installation

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Troubleshooting Procedures

QUESTION: 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?

ANSWER: The angle adjustments are not tight; they must be tightened.

QUESTION: Why won’t my bracket fit my projector?

ANSWER: There may be several mounting positions for your particular bracket. Try to line up the

holes on the bracket with the mounting points on the projector. If this still does not
solve the problem, then contact Customer Service and advise them of the situation.

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Technical Specifications

Figure 8 Technical Dimensions

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Warranty

Limited Lifetime Warranty

All Premier Mounts products carry a limited 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.

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 damage equipment, or technical questions, the following information can help
in the completion of the installation.

Customer Service – [phone]
Technical Support – [e-mail]

Notes

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