Draper Acumen XL V – 208 3/8", 21:9 Ultrawide – 155121SC

Product Overview

The Draper Acumen XL V is a surface-mounted, tab-tensioned motorized projection screen engineered for large-venue commercial AV installations. This 208 3/8" diagonal model in 21:9 Ultrawide format is a 208" 21:9 ultrawide projection screen for panoramic content, side-by-side sources, and immersive presentation in auditoriums, broadcast environments, and command spaces. Its RF-welded tab-tensioning holds the surface flat for an even, wrinkle-free image across the full ultrawide plane. 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), which this 208 3/8" 21:9 Ultrawide configuration uses to present a wide panoramic image. A lateral tab-guide cable system with RF-welded tabs maintains even tension across the full image width, keeping the ultrawide picture flat for accurate geometry with blended or native 21:9 sources. 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. This makes the ultrawide Acumen XL V well suited to auditoriums, broadcast studios, and command or briefing spaces that display panoramic or multi-source content. 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

• 21:9 ultrawide format — The panoramic aspect ratio suits side-by-side sources, blended imagery, and immersive presentation on a single continuous surface.
• Large-format capability — Supports image widths up to 18' (5.5 m), sizing this 208 3/8" configuration for 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 ultrawide 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.
• 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 displaying panoramic or blended 21:9 content
• Broadcast studios using an ultrawide backdrop or presentation surface
• Command, briefing, and government spaces showing multiple sources side by side
• Corporate boardrooms and all-hands rooms standardizing on ultrawide projection
• Large multi-purpose rooms requiring an immersive wide image

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 is the 21:9 ultrawide format best used for?

The 21:9 aspect ratio provides a wide, panoramic image well suited to side-by-side content, blended sources, and immersive presentation. This 208 3/8" configuration delivers that on a single continuous tensioned surface.

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, which is what allows this ultrawide 208 3/8" diagonal configuration.

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?

An ultrawide surface is typically driven by a native 21:9 projector or by edge-blended projectors. Match the projector to your room's throw distance and mounting; browse our commercial projectors and projector mounts and lifts, or contact us for a throw and blending plan.

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.