Draper Access XL E – 295", NTSC – 146009

Product Overview

The Draper Access XL E is a large-format, ceiling-recessed, free-hanging motorized projection screen built for big venues that need a concealed screen and a finished ceiling line. This 295" diagonal NTSC (4:3) model is the large-format version of the Access E, engineered for ballrooms, conference centers, auditoriums, and university lecture halls where image widths approach the model's 20' maximum. As a Draper Series E screen, the viewing surface is free-hanging and held flat by the weight of the screen and a bottom dowel rather than tab-tensioning, keeping a large surface reliable in daily use. This unit (Part # 146009) ships through Creation Networks at authorized-dealer pricing with Draper's 5-year warranty.

Product Description

The Draper Access XL E ceiling-recessed projection screen is specified by integrators outfitting large-format rooms where the screen must disappear into the ceiling when not in use. The ceiling-recessed case can be installed during the initial construction phase and the viewing surface added later, which prevents job-site damage to a large fabric during the build-out. The case measures 10-1/8" high x 9-7/16" deep (26 cm x 24 cm) including the trim flange, and sliding brackets on top of the case allow the mounting points to be shifted around building structure while interior brackets accommodate the screen assembly. Because this is a free-hanging Series E screen, the large surface hangs flat under its own weight and a bottom dowel with no tab-tensioning, and a detachable bottom access panel opens the case for motor or surface service without removing the housing from the ceiling. The Access XL E supports image widths up to 20' (610 cm) depending on surface selection, and at 295" NTSC (4:3) this unit sits near the top of the model's range for the widest audiences. It ships with a 110 V motor and 3-position switch as standard, with quiet and low-voltage motor options available, and it integrates with third-party control systems such as Control4 and Crestron. Pair it with a unit from our commercial projectors collection and a bracket from our projector mounts and lifts collection to complete the large-venue front-projection system. Browse the full Draper projection screen lineup for additional sizes and surfaces, or compare other projection screens. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for throw-distance planning, surface selection, and lead times.

Key Features

• Large-format ceiling-recessed design — Built for big venues with image widths up to 20' (610 cm), the screen retracts fully into a recessed case with a trim flange for a finished ceiling.
• Free-hanging Series E surface — The non-tensioned surface hangs flat under the weight of the screen and a bottom dowel, keeping a large surface dependable without a tab-tensioning system.
• Install case early, add screen later — The ceiling-recessed case installs during initial construction and the surface is fitted afterward to prevent job-site damage.
• Serviceable bottom access panel — A detachable bottom door opens the case for motor and surface maintenance without removing the housing from the ceiling.
• Adjustable mounting — Sliding top brackets and interior brackets let the case clear building structure and accommodate the large screen assembly.
• Flexible motor and voltage options — Ships with a 110 V motor and 3-position switch as standard, with quiet, low-voltage, and 220 V options available.
• Control-system ready — Works with third-party automation such as Control4 and Crestron for scheduled or one-touch operation.
• Draper 5-year warranty — Supplied by Creation Networks as an authorized dealer with full manufacturer warranty coverage.

Typical Applications

• Ballrooms and hotel conference centers requiring a concealed large-format screen
• Auditoriums and large all-hands rooms
• University lecture halls and large classrooms
• Houses of worship using front projection
• Large multi-purpose rooms and commercial meeting spaces

Technical Specifications

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Access XL E a tensioned screen?

No. Like the standard Access E, the Access XL E is a Draper Series E screen that is free-hanging and non-tensioned. The large surface stays flat under the weight of the screen and a bottom dowel rather than a tab-tensioning system.

How large an image does it support?

The Access XL E is the large-format version of the Access E and supports image widths up to 20' (610 cm) depending on surface selection. This 295" NTSC (4:3) configuration is near the top of the model's range for the largest ballrooms and auditoriums.

Can the case be installed before the viewing surface?

Yes. The ceiling-recessed case can be installed during the initial construction phase and the viewing surface added later, which protects the large fabric from job-site damage during the build-out.

What projectors and mounts are compatible?

The Access XL E works with commercial front projectors matched to its 295" NTSC (4:3) format and the room's throw distance; large venues often use higher-lumen models. Browse our commercial projectors and projector mounts and lifts, or contact us for a throw-distance calculation.

Does this screen integrate with control systems?

Yes. The Access XL E ships with a standard 110 V motor and 3-position switch, with quiet and low-voltage options available, and it works with third-party control systems such as Control4 and Crestron.

What warranty and support are included?

The Access XL E carries Draper's 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.