Draper Premier XL – 184", HDTV – 101802SC

Product Overview

The Draper Premier XL is a large-format, tab-tensioned motorized electric projection screen, and this 184" HDTV (16:9) model is fitted with the ClearSound NanoPerf XT1000V acoustically transparent surface. As an acoustically transparent projection screen, it lets sound from loudspeakers positioned behind the screen pass through the perforated surface, making it a clean fit for auditoriums and houses of worship that want front projection with centered audio on the same plane. It drops from a wall- or ceiling-mounted extruded aluminum case and delivers a flat, tensioned image up to the model's 16' (488 cm) maximum image width. All units ship through Creation Networks at authorized-dealer pricing with Draper's standard warranty.

Product Description

The Draper Premier XL tab-tensioned electric projection screen extends the Premier platform to large-venue image sizes while keeping the flat, tensioned surface that commercial AV installations require. This unit uses the ClearSound NanoPerf XT1000V surface, whose microscopic perforations allow audio from behind-screen loudspeakers to pass through without muffling dialogue or imaging, so sound stays anchored to the picture. The screen retracts into a fabricated extruded aluminum case with a curved front and an L-shaped back/top cover in an attractive black finish, and it can be surface-mounted to a wall or ceiling. Tab-tensioning with RF-welded tabs keeps the surface flat across the full 16:9 width, and Draper warrants the RF-welded tabs against separation for five years. The image area is fully framed in black with a standard 12" (30 cm) black top drop, and optional additional drop may increase case length. As a commercial motorized projection screen, the Premier XL ships standard with a 110-120V three-position control switch and offers an LVC-IV low-voltage controller and Plug & Play (LP/QLP) options for integration with a larger AV control system. Pair it with a compatible unit from our commercial projectors collection and a bracket from our projector mounts and lifts collection to complete the deployment. Browse the full Draper projection screen lineup for alternate sizes and surfaces, or the broader projection screens collection. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for throw-distance planning, surface selection, and lead times.

Key Features

• Acoustically transparent surface — The ClearSound NanoPerf XT1000V surface lets audio from behind-screen loudspeakers pass through without muffling dialogue or imaging.
• Large-format 184" 16:9 image — A wide HDTV diagonal (90" x 160" image area) sized for auditoriums, worship spaces, and large presentation venues.
• Tab-tensioned viewing surface — Side tab-tensioning holds the surface flat and wrinkle-free across the full width, which is critical on large projection surfaces.
• RF-welded tabs, 5-year tab warranty — The tabs are radio-frequency welded for a durable seal and are warranted against separation for five years.
• Extruded aluminum case — A fabricated extruded aluminum case with a curved front and L-shaped back/top cover, finished in black, supports the larger screen and mounts to a wall or ceiling.
• Black masking border — The image area is fully framed in black with a standard 12" (30 cm) top drop; optional additional drop may increase case length.
• AV control options — A 110-120V three-position switch is standard, with LVC-IV low-voltage and Plug & Play (LP/QLP) options for integration with commercial AV control systems.
• Draper warranty through an authorized dealer — Supplied by Creation Networks with Draper's standard 5-year limited warranty and UL-listed construction.

Typical Applications

• Auditoriums with center-channel and surround audio behind the screen
• Houses of worship using front projection with speakers on the stage plane
• All-hands rooms and large multi-purpose rooms needing behind-screen sound
• Large commercial meeting spaces and briefing centers
• Government spaces requiring a large-format screen with integrated audio

Technical Specifications

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ClearSound NanoPerf XT1000V surface acoustically transparent?

Yes. The surface uses microscopic NanoPerf perforations that allow sound from loudspeakers positioned behind the screen to pass through while maintaining image quality, which lets integrators keep center and surround audio anchored to the picture.

Does this screen integrate with behind-screen speaker systems?

It is designed for exactly that. Acoustically transparent screens let integrators place loudspeakers directly behind the image plane in auditoriums, worship spaces, and screening rooms. Confirm speaker placement and seating distance during system design.

Is the Premier XL tab-tensioned, and how large can it go?

Yes, it uses Draper's tab-tensioning with RF-welded tabs to keep the surface flat across the full width, and the tabs are warranted against separation for five years. The model is available up to a 16' (488 cm) maximum image width; this unit is a 184" 16:9 diagonal.

What control options are available for AV integration?

A 110-120V three-position wall switch is standard. For integration with a control system, Draper offers an LVC-IV low-voltage controller and Plug & Play (LP/QLP) options. Contact us to specify the right control interface for your system.

What projectors and mounts are compatible with this screen?

It works with commercial front projectors matched to its 184" 16:9 format and the venue's throw distance. Browse our commercial projectors and projector mounts and lifts, or contact us for a throw-distance calculation.

What warranty and support are included?

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