Salamander Chicago 245 Cabinet for Integrated LG HU85LA & HU915Q UST Projectors - Black Oak, Black Top - X/LG1/245BO/BK

Product Overview

The Salamander Chicago 245 is a UST projector cabinet built to house an LG HU85LA or HU915Q ultra short throw projector as a factory-integrated assembly rather than a field-assembled workaround. At 85.5 inches wide, it establishes the correct throw geometry for a large projected image while concealing the projector, source equipment, and cabling inside a finished credenza. The Black Oak doors and black top suit boardrooms, training rooms, and executive briefing spaces where an exposed projector and cart would undermine the room. This is a commercial AV credenza specified when the projection system needs to disappear into the architecture.

Product Description

Ultra short throw projection solves a real problem in commercial rooms: it removes ceiling mounts, long conduit runs, and the presenter shadow that comes with long-throw geometry. What it introduces is a placement problem, because UST optics are unforgiving about distance and height relative to the screen. This integrated projector cabinet solves that by fixing the projector at the correct offset inside a purpose-built enclosure, so the install becomes a furniture placement instead of an optical alignment exercise. Integrators deploying an ultra short throw projector credenza across multiple identical rooms get a repeatable result every time, which matters on multi-room rollouts where commissioning hours drive the labor budget.

The 245 footprint provides bays for source equipment, switching, and control hardware alongside the projector, with the cabinet interior accessible for service without disturbing the projector alignment. Salamander builds these on an aluminum chassis with veneer and finished panel work, so the unit reads as millwork in the room while functioning as an equipment enclosure. For IT and facilities teams, the practical benefit is a single piece of furniture that carries the display system, the electronics, and the cable management, which simplifies both the install and the eventual service call.

Key Features

• Factory Projector Integration — The LG HU85LA and HU915Q mount at a fixed, correct offset inside the cabinet, eliminating field alignment of the ultra short throw optics.
• 85.5-Inch Cabinet Width — The 245 chassis provides the width needed to support a large projected image while housing source equipment in the same enclosure.
• Black Oak Finish With Black Top — A commercial-grade finish that reads as architectural millwork rather than AV furniture in client-facing rooms.
• Integrated Equipment Storage — Source devices, switchers, and control processors live inside the same cabinet as the projector, consolidating the rack footprint.
• Concealed Cable Management — Power and signal runs route inside the cabinet, removing visible cabling between the projector and the equipment.
• Serviceable Interior Access — Equipment can be reached for maintenance without disturbing the projector factory alignment.
• Repeatable Multi-Room Deployment — Identical cabinets produce identical results across a room standard, reducing commissioning time on rollouts.

Typical Applications

• Boardroom and executive briefing center
• Conference room
• Training room
• Commercial meeting space
• Multi-purpose room
• Government and public-sector meeting space
• House of worship

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Which projectors fit this cabinet?

The X/LG1/245BO/BK is built specifically for the LG HU85LA and LG HU915Q ultra short throw projectors. The projector cutout and internal mounting are dimensioned for those two models, so a different UST projector requires a different Salamander cabinet variant. Our team can confirm the correct model against your projector before you order.

Does the projector ship installed in the cabinet?

Salamander integrates the projector mounting and cutout at the factory, but the projector itself is purchased separately and installed into the prepared cabinet. This keeps the optical geometry fixed and correct while letting you source the projector through your existing procurement path.

Can the cabinet hold source equipment and a switcher as well as the projector?

Yes. The 245 chassis includes equipment bays alongside the projector compartment for source devices, switching, and control hardware. Rack accessories, active cooling, and power distribution are available as factory-installed options — see the full Salamander Designs range for compatible internal components.

How does this ship, and does it require freight delivery?

At 295 lb and 90 inches in carton length, this cabinet ships LTL freight, not parcel. Plan for dock or liftgate delivery and confirm the path from the receiving point to the room before install day. Contact us for a delivery and installation quote with your site details.

Do you provide installation and AV system integration for this cabinet?

Creation Networks provides design, installation, and integration services for commercial AV deployments, including projector calibration and control system programming. Contact our team to scope a room or a multi-room standard around this cabinet.

What warranty applies?

Salamander Designs cabinets carry the manufacturer commercial warranty, administered through Creation Networks as an authorized reseller. Warranty terms vary by product line and application, so confirm current terms with our team before purchase for projects with specific warranty requirements.