Draper Access E – 11', NTSC – 139105EC

Product Overview

The Draper Access E is an electric, ceiling-recessed projection screen for permanent commercial AV installations that need a large motorized image with the screen concealed above the ceiling when not in use. This 11' NTSC (4:3) model uses the OptiView Contrast Grey XH800E surface, a 0.8-gain grey material that holds contrast and black levels in rooms with some ambient light. As a free-hanging Series E screen, it stays flat under the weight of the viewing surface and bottom dowel rather than tab-tensioning. All units are supplied by Creation Networks at authorized-dealer pricing with Draper's standard warranty.

Product Description

The Draper Access E electric projection screen is built for integrators specifying a concealed, ceiling-recessed image surface in finished commercial interiors. The steel case measures 7-3/8" high by 8-1/16" deep (19 cm x 20 cm) including the trim flange and installs above the ceiling line so only a narrow closure remains visible. This configuration pairs the Contrast Grey XH800E surface, a smooth grey material with 0.8 gain and a full 180° viewing cone that enhances perceived contrast and black levels in spaces where ambient light cannot be fully controlled. The 4:3 NTSC format suits data, document cameras, and legacy content common in training and instructional rooms. A detachable bottom access panel door allows service of the roller and motor without removing the case, and quick-connect wiring lets the case be installed early with the screen added later in the construction schedule. The case is plenum-rated (UL classified "Suitable for Use in Environmental Air Space") for installation in commercial return-air plenums, and the assembly is UL Listed. Mounting is flexible, accepting 3/8" threaded rod, lag screws, or wire in a grid ceiling, with sliding brackets to clear structural obstructions. This makes the Access E a practical choice for conference rooms, training rooms, and higher-education classrooms that need a hidden, commercial-grade motorized screen with better ambient-light performance than a standard matt white surface. Pair it with a compatible unit from our commercial projectors collection and a bracket from our projector mounts and lifts collection to complete the system. Browse the full Draper projection screen lineup for alternate sizes, surfaces, and formats, or contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for configuration support, throw-distance planning, and lead times.

Key Features

• Ceiling-recessed concealment — The screen and case hide above the ceiling line, leaving only a low-profile closure visible when retracted.
• Contrast Grey XH800E surface — A 0.8-gain grey material with a full 180° viewing cone enhances contrast and black levels where ambient light is present.
• Free-hanging Series E design — The non-tensioned surface hangs flat under the weight of the viewing surface and bottom dowel, without tab-tensioning.
• 4:3 NTSC format — Matches data, document-camera, and legacy content typical of training and instructional spaces.
• Plenum-rated steel case — UL-classified for use in environmental air space, allowing installation in commercial return-air plenums.
• Serviceable bottom access panel — A detachable panel door provides access to the roller and motor without pulling the case from the ceiling.
• Quick-connect wiring — The case can be installed and wired early, with the screen fabric added later in the build schedule.
• Flexible ceiling mounting — Accepts 3/8" threaded rod, lag screws, or wire in a grid ceiling, with sliding brackets to clear obstructions.
• Draper warranty through an authorized dealer — Supplied by Creation Networks with full manufacturer warranty coverage.

Typical Applications

• Training rooms and instructional spaces using 4:3 data and document-camera content
• Conference rooms and commercial meeting spaces with moderate ambient light
• Higher-education classrooms and lecture halls
• Multi-purpose rooms where a hidden ceiling-recessed screen preserves the architecture
• Government and municipal meeting spaces

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Draper, Inc. (draperinc.com). Confirm exact viewable dimensions and surface size limits with Creation Networks before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose the Contrast Grey XH800E surface?

The grey XH800E surface has 0.8 gain and enhances perceived contrast and black levels, so it performs better than standard matt white in rooms with some ambient light. It is not an ambient-light-rejecting surface, so reasonable light control is still recommended for best results.

Is the Access E a tensioned screen?

No. The Access E is a Draper Series E free-hanging screen; the non-tensioned surface hangs flat under the weight of the viewing surface and bottom dowel. If you need a tab-tensioned surface for a perfectly flat image, consider a Series V model such as the Access V.

Can the case be installed in a return-air plenum?

Yes. The steel case is plenum-rated and UL-classified "Suitable for Use in Environmental Air Space," so it can be installed in the return-air plenums common above commercial ceilings. The full assembly is also UL Listed.

What projectors and mounts are compatible with the Access E?

It works with any commercial front projector matched to its 4:3 format and your room's throw distance. Browse our commercial projectors and projector mounts and lifts, or contact us for a throw-distance calculation.

How is the Access E mounted?

The case is ceiling-recessed and can be suspended with 3/8" threaded rod, lag screws, or wire in a grid ceiling. Sliding brackets let installers shift the case to clear structural obstructions, and a detachable bottom access panel simplifies later service.

What warranty and support are included?

The Access E carries Draper's standard 5-year manufacturer warranty, supplied through Creation Networks as an authorized dealer. Contact us at creationnetworks.net for pre-sale specification help and post-sale support.