AAP 100 - Flush Mount Boxes Extron - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	In-wall Mounting Bracket / Junction Box
Model	AAP 100
Brand	Extron
Compatible Junction Boxes	Raco 4S 3-1/2" deep (part #256), Raco 4S 2-1/8" deep (part #232), Extron JB 125/225
Required Plaster Rings	Raco 4S 1-gang or 2-gang, 5/8" raised or 1/2" raised depending on wall thickness
Mounting Orientation	Vertical or horizontal
Wall Thickness Compatibility	1/2" and 5/8" drywall
Depth Requirement	Check product specification for total depth
Application	Mounting Extron AV products in-wall
Safety Compliance	Refer to Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide
Installation Guide	Available at www.extron.com
Material	Metal (typical for junction boxes)
Color	Silver/Gray (typical)
Weight	Approx. 0.5 - 1 lb (depending on configuration)
Power Requirements	None (passive enclosure)
Key Features	Compatible with standard US junction boxes; supports retrofit and new construction; allows secure in-wall mounting
Warranty	Extron standard warranty (refer to website)

Frequently Asked Questions - AAP 100 Extron

What is the Extron AAP 100?

The AAP 100 is a specialized in-wall mounting bracket/junction box designed by Extron for secure installation of AV products within standard US junction boxes.

Which junction boxes are recommended for the AAP 100?

Extron recommends Raco 4S junction boxes: 3-1/2" deep (part #256) for most products, or 2-1/8" deep (part #232) for shallow products. Extron JB Series boxes are also compatible.

Do I need a plaster ring for installation?

Yes, a compatible plaster ring is required. The product cannot mount directly to the Raco 4S junction box without it. Use the appropriate ring based on wall thickness and number of gangs.

What plaster rings are compatible?

Raco 4S plaster rings: 1-gang or 2-gang with 5/8" raised (part #768 or #769) for 5/8" walls, or 1/2" raised (part #772 or #778) for 1/2" walls.

Can the AAP 100 be mounted horizontally?

Yes, it can be mounted either vertically or horizontally to the junction box and plaster ring.

How do I determine the required installation depth?

Check the specification of the Extron product you are installing to verify total depth requirement. Ensure the junction box fits inside the wall cavity.

Is the AAP 100 suitable for retrofit applications?

Yes, especially when used with Extron MR Series mud rings, which are ideal for retrofits and where building code allows.

Where can I find installation instructions?

Refer to www.extron.com for installation instructions of Extron JB Series junction boxes and MR Series mud rings.

What safety guidelines should I follow?

See the Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website for safety, regulatory, EMI/EMF, and accessibility information.

Does the AAP 100 require power?

No, it is a passive enclosure and does not require any electrical power.

USER MANUAL AAP 100 Extron

Recommended Junction Boxes for In-wall Installation of Extron Products

This reference guide lists US-standard junction boxes and plaster rings that can be used to mount Extron products within a wall.

ATTENTION:

Check the specification of each product to verify the total depth requirement for installation.

Raco 4S junction box, 3-1/2" deep (part number 256) or equivalent	Recommended for most Extron products. Ensure this box fits inside the wall cavity.
Raco 4S junction box, 2-1/8" deep (part number 232)Extron JB 125/225 boxes or equivalent	Recommended for shallow products only and where there is in-wall space limitations.
Extron MR Series mud rings Ideal for retrofit applications and	where building code allows.

Refer to www.extron.com for installation instructions of Extron JB Series junction boxes and Extron MR Series mud rings.

Plaster Rings for Raco 4S Junction Boxes

The recommended Raco 4S junction boxes must use a plaster ring that is appropriate for the drywall thickness and width of product being installed. The product cannot mount directly to the Raco 4S junction box without the plaster ring.

Raco 4S plaster ring, 1-gang, 5/8" raised (part# 768) or equivalent	Use with 5/8" wall thicknesses
Raco 4S plaster ring, 2-gang, 5/8" raised (part# 769) or equivalent	Use with 5/8" wall thicknesses
Raco 4S plaster ring, 1-gang, 1/2" raised (part# 772) or equivalent	Use with 1/2" wall thicknesses
Raco 4S plaster ring, 2-gang, 1/2" raised (part# 778) or equivalent	Use with 1/2" wall thicknesses

Figure 1. Mounting Vertically into Junction Box and 2-gang Plaster Ring

Figure 2. Mounting Horizontally to Junction Box and 1-gang Plaster Ring

For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website.