Draper Acumen E – 117", CinemaScope – 151212EC

Product Overview

The Draper Acumen E is a surface-mounted, free-hanging motorized projection screen built for permanent commercial AV installations. This 117" diagonal CinemaScope (2.39:1) model delivers a wide-format image for cinema content, simulation, and control-room visualization, retracting fully out of sight when not in use. As a surface-mounted electric projection screen, it houses the viewing surface in a contoured extruded-aluminum case that mounts to a wall or ceiling. All units ship through Creation Networks at authorized-dealer pricing with Draper's 7-year warranty.

Product Description

The Draper Acumen E motorized screen is a non-tensioned, free-hanging electric screen engineered for heavy commercial use. This 117" CinemaScope 2.39:1 configuration suits wide-format applications where a permanent, retractable image surface is preferred over a fixed frame. The image drops from a streamlined 7-1/8" high by 5-7/8" deep aluminum case that mounts to a wall or ceiling using the included floating brackets, giving integrators alignment flexibility during rough-in and finish. A removable front fascia allows access to the roller and motor for service without dismounting the case. The screen ships with a built-in low-voltage tubular motor and a wall switch as standard, with a quiet-motor option available for noise-sensitive rooms. The motor mounts inside the roller, is instantly reversible, and includes factory-set limits, thermal overload protection, and an electric brake for repeatable stops at the top and bottom of travel. A black masking drop above the image area is standard. The Acumen E accepts Draper's OptiView family of viewing surfaces so you can match gain and ambient-light performance to the projector and room. 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, formats, and surfaces. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for throw-distance planning, control integration, and lead times.

Key Features

• Surface-mounted, free-hanging design — Mounts to a wall or ceiling and hangs a non-tensioned surface, simplifying installation where no recessed ceiling pocket exists.
• CinemaScope 2.39:1 format — A 117" wide-format image suited to cinematic content, simulation, and control-room visualization.
• Contoured extruded-aluminum case — A 7-1/8" high by 5-7/8" deep case in white powder coat (black available) conceals the surface and suits finished interiors.
• Floating wall and ceiling brackets — Included brackets allow lateral adjustment and support either wall or ceiling mounting from the same unit.
• Removable front fascia — The fascia detaches for straightforward access to the roller and motor, reducing service time in permanent installations.
• Low-voltage motor with wall switch — A built-in low-voltage tubular motor with factory-set limits, thermal overload protection, and an electric brake ships standard, with a quiet-motor option available.
• OptiView surface options — Available with Draper's OptiView viewing surfaces to match gain and ambient-light performance to the projector and room.
• Plenum-rated, UL Listed case — The unit is UL Listed and the case is rated for use in environmental air spaces, supporting code-compliant installs.
• Draper 7-year warranty through an authorized dealer — Supplied by Creation Networks with full manufacturer warranty coverage.

Typical Applications

• Screening rooms and multi-purpose rooms displaying CinemaScope content
• Auditoriums and houses of worship using wide-format front projection
• Control rooms and simulation spaces needing a wide 2.39:1 image
• Corporate boardrooms and briefing centers with fixed front projection
• Training rooms and commercial meeting spaces requiring a retractable image surface

Technical Specifications

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Acumen E a tensioned or non-tensioned screen?

The Acumen E is a Series E screen, which is free-hanging and non-tensioned. The viewing surface hangs flat under its own weight. If your application requires tab-tensioning for maximum flatness, Draper offers the Series V (Acumen V) as a tab-tensioned alternative.

Can this screen be ceiling-mounted as well as wall-mounted?

Yes. The Acumen E is surface-mounted and ships with floating brackets for both wall and ceiling mounting. It is not a recessed in-ceiling screen; the case remains visible after installation.

What projectors and mounts are compatible with the Acumen E?

It works with any commercial front projector matched to its 117" CinemaScope 2.39:1 format and your room's throw distance. Browse our commercial projectors and projector mounts and lifts, or contact us for a throw-distance calculation.

Is a quiet-motor option available for this screen?

Yes. This unit ships with the standard low-voltage motor, but Draper also offers a quiet-motor option for boardrooms, auditoriums, and worship spaces. Contact Creation Networks if you need the quieter configuration.

Is the case suitable for plenum air spaces?

Yes. The unit is UL Listed and the case is rated as suitable for use in environmental air (plenum) spaces, supporting code-compliant installation above ceilings and in return-air plenums.

What warranty and support are included?

The Acumen E carries Draper's 7-year manufacturer warranty (USA and Canada), supplied through Creation Networks as an authorized dealer. Contact us at creationnetworks.net for pre-sale specification help and post-sale support.