Draper Acumen XL V – 161", HDTV – 155106

Product Overview

The Draper Acumen XL V is a surface-mounted, tab-tensioned motorized projection screen engineered for large-venue commercial AV installations. This 161" diagonal HDTV (16:9) model is a 161" large-format motorized projection screen for auditoriums, houses of worship, and large training and all-hands spaces. Its RF-welded tab-tensioning holds the surface flat for an even, wrinkle-free 16:9 image across a wide viewing plane, while the streamlined aluminum case keeps the installation discreet. All units ship through Creation Networks at authorized-dealer pricing with Draper's seven-year warranty.

Product Description

The Draper Acumen XL V large-format projection screen extends the Acumen platform to image widths up to 18' (5.5 m) for rooms that seat large audiences. A lateral tab-guide cable system with RF-welded tabs maintains even tension across the full image width, keeping the 16:9 picture flat for accurate geometry with HD and UHD sources at scale. The surface rolls on a 5" (127 mm) diameter metal roller housed in a streamlined extruded-aluminum case 9-1/4" high by 8-1/8" deep, finished in white powder coat (black available on request). Because the Acumen XL V is surface-mounted rather than recessed, it ships with both floating wall brackets and ceiling suspension brackets, so the same unit can be wall- or ceiling-mounted without ordering separate hardware. A removable fascia provides direct access to the roller and motor for service. The low-voltage tubular motor is instantly reversible and includes an electric brake and thermal overload protector, and it ships with a built-in low-voltage controller and wall switch for straightforward control-system integration. At 161" diagonal it is a strong fit for auditoriums, worship spaces, and large multi-purpose rooms that need a dependable large-format motorized screen. 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 broader projection screens catalog. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for configuration support, throw-distance planning, and lead times.

Key Features

• Large-format capability — Supports image widths up to 18' (5.5 m), sizing the Acumen XL V for auditoriums and other large-audience venues.
• Tab-tensioned viewing surface — RF-welded tabs and a lateral tab-guide cable system hold the surface flat across the full width for a wrinkle-free 16:9 image.
• 5" metal roller in an aluminum case — A 5" (127 mm) diameter roller in a 9-1/4" high by 8-1/8" deep extruded-aluminum case supports the larger surface with stability.
• Surface-mounted flexibility — Ships with both floating wall brackets and ceiling suspension brackets, so the same unit can be wall- or ceiling-mounted during installation.
• Low-voltage motor with electric brake — The instantly reversible motor includes an electric brake and thermal overload protector and ships with a built-in low-voltage controller and wall switch.
• Removable fascia — The fascia detaches for direct access to the roller and motor, reducing downtime for service in permanent installations.
• UL Listed with 7-year warranty — Supplied by Creation Networks as an authorized dealer with Draper's seven-year warranty (USA and Canada).

Typical Applications

• Auditoriums and lecture halls requiring a large-format front-projection image
• Houses of worship using front projection for lyrics, live video, and IMAG
• Large training rooms and all-hands rooms seating sizable audiences
• Commercial meeting spaces and multi-purpose rooms standardizing on large HDTV projection
• Government and civic spaces needing a durable large motorized screen

Technical Specifications

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Acumen XL V a large-format screen?

The XL V case supports image widths up to 18' (5.5 m), well beyond the standard Acumen V's 10' maximum. This 161" diagonal HDTV configuration is sized for auditoriums and other large-audience venues.

Is the Acumen XL V a tensioned screen?

Yes. As a Draper Series V screen, it is tab-tensioned. RF-welded tabs and a lateral tab-guide cable system hold the surface flat across the full width, which is important for maintaining flatness on a large image plane.

Is this screen recessed into the ceiling?

No. The Acumen XL V is a surface-mounted screen. It installs on a wall or below the ceiling using the included floating brackets and ceiling suspension brackets, and does not require an above-ceiling recessed pocket.

What projectors and mounts are compatible?

The Acumen XL V works with any commercial front projector matched to its 161" HDTV format and your room's throw distance. Larger venues often use high-lumen or laser projectors; browse our commercial projectors and projector mounts and lifts, or contact us for a throw-distance calculation.

How does it integrate with a control system?

The screen ships with a built-in low-voltage controller and wall switch. The instantly reversible motor, with its electric brake and thermal overload protector, can be tied into most commercial control systems for trigger or contact-closure operation; contact us for integration guidance.

What warranty and support are included?

The Acumen XL V is UL Listed and carries Draper's seven-year 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.