Draper Ultimate Access XL V – 230", NTSC – 145018U

Product Overview

The Draper Ultimate Access XL V is a large-format ceiling-recessed projection screen built for major venues such as conference centers, ballrooms, and large auditoriums. This 230" diagonal NTSC 4:3 model is a tab-tensioned Series V screen that retracts fully into a ceiling case, using a motorized trap door and an independently motorized ceiling closure panel to conceal the screen and case when not in use. The Matt White XT1000VB viewing surface delivers 1.0 gain across a full 180° viewing cone for uniform brightness and accurate color in wide seating layouts. All units ship through Creation Networks at authorized-dealer pricing with Draper's 5-year warranty.

Product Description

The Draper Ultimate Access XL V motorized projection screen (Part #145018U) is specified for large commercial rooms that need a wide image and complete concealment when the screen is stowed. The steel case—with aluminum side trim flanges and access door and stamped steel endcaps—contains a motorized trap door for smooth screen descent and an independently motorized ceiling closure panel that opens into the case, so the assembly disappears above a finished ceiling with no visible fasteners. A contractor can finish the closure panel to match the ceiling. The tab-tensioned surface uses a tab-guide cable system on each side for even lateral tension, with a weighted black extruded-aluminum dowel masking and tensioning the bottom edge and a 5" or 7" nominal-diameter metal roller carrying the fabric. This unit uses the Matt White XT1000VB OptiFlex tensioned surface, a black-backed, GREENGUARD Gold-certified matt white surface rated at 1.0 gain with a full 180° viewing cone and typical contrast, recommended for rooms where ambient light is reasonably controlled. The in-roller tubular motor is instantly reversible and lifetime-lubricated and includes a thermal overload protector and an electric brake with preset limits. This SKU includes the LVC-IV low-voltage controller for AV control-system integration, along with the junction box and 110 V three-position wall switch supplied for recessed wall mounting. Included hoisting brackets and sliding top brackets ease lifting and alignment of the large case during installation. Pair it with a unit from our commercial projectors collection and a mount or lift from our projector mounts and lifts collection, or browse the full Draper projection screen range for additional sizes and surfaces. Contact Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net for throw-distance planning, custom sizing, and freight coordination.

Key Features

• Large-format ceiling-recessed design — Retracts fully into a ceiling case, with a motorized trap door and independently motorized closure panel that conceal the screen in large venues.
• Tab-tensioned Series V surface — A tab-guide cable system and weighted bottom dowel hold the wide surface flat for uniform, high-quality projection.
• Matt White XT1000VB viewing surface — Black-backed, GREENGUARD Gold-certified matt white surface with 1.0 gain and a full 180° viewing cone for wide, even seating coverage.
• Independently motorized closure panel — The ceiling closure panel opens into the case on its own motor and can be finished by a contractor to match the ceiling.
• Heavy-duty case construction — Steel case with aluminum side trim flanges and access door and stamped steel endcaps supports the demands of large-format screens.
• LVC-IV low-voltage control — This configuration includes Draper's LVC-IV low-voltage controller plus a junction box and 110 V three-position wall switch.
• Instantly reversible tubular motor — The lifetime-lubricated in-roller motor includes a thermal overload protector and an electric brake with preset limits.
• Draper 5-year warranty through an authorized dealer — Supplied by Creation Networks with full manufacturer warranty coverage.

Typical Applications

• Conference centers and convention-center general sessions
• Hotel ballrooms and large multi-purpose rooms
• Large auditoriums and lecture halls using front projection
• Houses of worship with wide seating layouts
• All-hands rooms and large corporate meeting spaces

Technical Specifications

Specifications sourced from Draper, Inc. (draperinc.com). Confirm exact viewable dimensions, case length, and shipping weight with Creation Networks before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large an image does the Ultimate Access XL V support?

The XL V model supports image widths up to 22' (671 cm), surface dependent. This unit is a 230" diagonal NTSC 4:3 configuration, well within the model's large-format range for conference centers, ballrooms, and large auditoriums.

How does the screen conceal itself in the ceiling?

The screen retracts into a ceiling-recessed steel case. A motorized trap door and an independently motorized ceiling closure panel open into the case for deployment and close over the opening when stowed, so the assembly is hidden above the finished ceiling with no visible fasteners. The closure panel can be finished by a contractor to match the ceiling.

What does the 145018U SKU include for controls?

This configuration includes Draper's LVC-IV low-voltage controller for AV control-system integration, plus the junction box and 110 V three-position wall switch supplied for recessed wall mounting. The in-roller motor is instantly reversible with an electric brake and preset limits.

Is the Matt White XT1000VB surface suitable for wide seating?

Yes. The Matt White XT1000VB is a matt white surface with 1.0 gain and a full 180° viewing cone, providing uniform brightness and accurate color across wide seating layouts where ambient light is reasonably controlled. It is black-backed and GREENGUARD Gold certified. Match it with a projector from our commercial projectors collection.

What should we plan for installation and delivery?

This is a large-format ceiling-recessed screen shipping on a freight pallet. Included hoisting brackets and sliding top brackets help lift and align the case, and installing the case early with the screen added later protects the surface during construction. Contact Creation Networks for freight coordination and site planning.

What warranty and support are included?

The Ultimate Access XL V carries Draper's 5-year warranty, supplied through Creation Networks as an authorized dealer. Contact us at creationnetworks.net for specification help, custom sizing, and post-sale support.