Draper Access XL E – 250", NTSC – 146007

Product Overview

The Draper Access XL E is a large-format, ceiling-recessed electric projection screen built for high-ceiling venues that need a big image and complete concealment when the screen is retracted. This 250" diagonal NTSC (4:3) model is engineered for ballrooms, conference centers, and large university classrooms where throw distances and audience sizes exceed the range of a standard recessed screen. As a free-hanging Series E screen, it holds its image through the weight of the viewing surface and bottom dowel, with a quiet tubular motor driving the large surface. All units ship through Creation Networks at authorized-dealer pricing with Draper's 5-year warranty.

Product Description

The Draper Access XL E large-format projection screen is specified by integrators and AV system designers deploying front projection in ballrooms, conference centers, and multi-purpose halls. The steel case installs during the initial construction phase so the screen can be added later, reducing the risk of job-site damage on long commercial builds. This is a free-hanging Series E screen, so it is not tab-tensioned; flatness is achieved through the weight of the large viewing surface and the bottom dowel. The case measures 10-1/8" high by 9-7/16" deep including the trim flange, and the model supports a maximum image width up to 20' (610 cm) depending on surface selection, covering the large-format sizing these rooms require. Sliding brackets on top of the case allow the installer to shift mounting points around structural steel and other obstructions, while sliding brackets inside the case accommodate different screen sizes. A detachable bottom access panel keeps the motor and roller serviceable from below the finished ceiling. The screen ships standard with a 110V tubular motor and 3-position switch, with quiet, low-voltage (LVC-IV), and 220V options for integration into a room control system. Pair the Access XL E with a compatible unit from our commercial projectors collection and a mount from our projector mounts and lifts collection to complete the large-venue system. Browse the full Draper projection screen lineup for other sizes and surfaces, or the broader projection screens catalog. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for configuration support, throw-distance planning, and freight coordination on large-format orders.

Key Features

• Large-format image — Supports a maximum image width up to 20' (610 cm), surface dependent, for ballrooms and conference centers.
• Ceiling-recessed concealment — The screen retracts fully into its above-ceiling housing so the room stays clean and finished when projection is not in use.
• Free-hanging Series E design — Flatness is maintained by the weight of the large viewing surface and bottom dowel, without tab-tensioning.
• Early case installation — The case can be mounted during construction and the screen added later to prevent job-site damage on large projects.
• Adjustable mounting — Sliding brackets on top of the case work around structural obstructions, while internal brackets accommodate different screen sizes.
• Detachable bottom access panel — Motor and roller service can be performed from below the finished ceiling.
• Flexible motor and control options — Ships with a 110V motor and 3-position switch, with quiet, low-voltage (LVC-IV), and 220V options for AV system integration.
• UL Listed with a 5-year warranty — Supplied by Creation Networks as an authorized Draper dealer with full manufacturer warranty coverage.

Typical Applications

• Hotel ballrooms and conference centers requiring a large concealed image
• Large university lecture halls and auditoriums
• Multi-purpose rooms and all-hands spaces with high ceilings
• Commercial meeting spaces and general session rooms
• Government and civic assembly spaces specifying recessed AV infrastructure

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Draper, Inc. (draperinc.com). Confirm exact viewable dimensions, surface selection, and motor/voltage options with Creation Networks before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What venues is the Access XL E designed for?

The Access XL E is a large-format screen intended for ballrooms, conference centers, large university classrooms, and multi-purpose halls where the image size and throw distance exceed the range of a standard ceiling-recessed screen.

Is the Access XL E tab-tensioned?

No. The Access XL E is a free-hanging Series E screen, so it is not tab-tensioned. Flatness is maintained by the weight of the large viewing surface and the bottom dowel. If your application requires tab-tensioning at large format, consider the Series V Draper Access XL V.

What projectors and mounts are compatible?

The Access XL E works with high-output commercial front projectors matched to its 250" NTSC (4:3) format and the 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?

Yes. The case is designed to install during the initial construction phase, with the viewing surface added later to reduce the risk of job-site damage on large commercial builds.

What should we plan for on installation and freight?

Large-format screens ship at significant length and weight and typically require freight handling and lift equipment for above-ceiling mounting. Contact Creation Networks for case dimensions, mounting details, and delivery coordination.

What warranty and support are included?

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