Draper Access V – 161", HDTV – 140031FBU

Product Overview

The Draper Access V is a ceiling-recessed, tab-tensioned electric projection screen built for permanent commercial AV installations where the screen must disappear into the ceiling when not in use. This 161" diagonal HDTV (16:9) model is a plenum-rated projection screen, so its steel case is approved for installation in air-handling ceiling spaces without a separate enclosure. As a fully concealed ceiling-recessed projection screen, it suits boardrooms, lecture halls, and training rooms that need a large front-projection image on demand and a clean ceiling line the rest of the time. All units ship through Creation Networks at authorized-dealer pricing with Draper's 5-year warranty.

Product Description

The Draper Access V tab-tensioned projection screen is engineered for integrators specifying a recessed motorized screen that installs cleanly during construction. Its steel case measures 7-3/8" high x 8-1/16" deep (19 cm x 20 cm) including the trim flange, and mounts with 3/8" threaded rod, lag screws, or wire in a grid ceiling. Because the case is plenum-rated (UL-recognized "Suitable for Use in Environmental Air Space"), it can sit directly in return-air plenums common to commercial buildings. Quick-connect wiring lets the case go in early, with the screen and viewing surface added later to prevent job-site damage. The tab-tensioned surface is held flat across its full width for a wrinkle-free image, and the image area is framed in black with a standard 12" (30 cm) black drop at the top for correct projector alignment. A detachable bottom access panel simplifies long-term service without disturbing the ceiling. This 161" HDTV unit is supplied with a low voltage LVC-IV motor (SKU suffix U) for smooth, controlled operation and integration with AV control systems. Maximum image width for the Access V model is 16' (488 cm), so this size sits well within its range for large meeting spaces. 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 and surfaces, or the wider projection screens range. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for configuration support, throw-distance planning, and lead times.

Key Features

• Plenum-rated steel case — UL-recognized for use in environmental air space, so it can be recessed into return-air ceiling plenums without a separate enclosure.
• Ceiling-recessed concealment — The screen retracts fully into the case for a clean ceiling line when the room is not in projection mode.
• Tab-tensioned viewing surface — Side tabs hold the surface flat across its full width for a wrinkle-free image in permanent installations.
• Low voltage LVC-IV motor — This unit ships with Draper's LVC-IV motor for controlled operation and straightforward AV control-system integration.
• Quick-connect wiring — Allows the case to be mounted during early construction, with the screen added later to avoid job-site damage.
• 12" black drop and black masking borders — Position the image correctly below the ceiling and frame it for improved perceived contrast.
• Detachable bottom access panel — Enables motor and surface service from below without removing the case from the ceiling.
• Draper 5-year warranty through an authorized dealer — Supplied by Creation Networks with full manufacturer warranty coverage.

Typical Applications

• Corporate boardrooms requiring a large, concealed front-projection image
• Training rooms and commercial meeting spaces with drop-ceiling construction
• Higher-education lecture halls and classrooms
• Government and multi-purpose rooms where a clean ceiling line matters
• Conference rooms in buildings with return-air ceiling plenums

Technical Specifications

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Access V case safe to install in a return-air plenum?

Yes. The Access V case is plenum-rated under the UL recognition "Suitable for Use in Environmental Air Space," so it can be recessed directly into air-handling ceiling spaces without a separate fire enclosure. Confirm local code requirements with your AHJ.

What does the "U" in SKU 140031FBU indicate?

The U suffix indicates Draper's low voltage LVC-IV motor. It provides controlled, low-noise operation and integrates with AV control systems for automated screen deployment.

What projectors and mounts are compatible with this screen?

The Access V works with any commercial front projector matched to its 161" 16:9 format and your room's throw distance. Browse our commercial projectors and projector mounts and lifts, or contact us for a throw-distance calculation.

Can the case be installed before the screen during construction?

Yes. Quick-connect wiring allows the case to be mounted during early construction and the screen and surface installed later, which reduces the risk of job-site damage to the viewing surface.

How is the screen serviced after installation?

A detachable bottom access panel provides service access to the motor and surface from below, so routine maintenance does not require removing the case from the ceiling.

What warranty and support are included?

The Access V carries Draper's 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.