PDC2000B - Flat Screen Mount Chief - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Large Dual Ceiling Mount
Brand	Chief
Model	PDC2000B
Maximum Weight Capacity	400 lbs (181.44 kg) total; 200 lbs (90.72 kg) per faceplate
Compatible Column	1-1/2" NPT or NPSM (Schedule 40, 0.154" min thickness, steel or aluminum)
Number of Displays Supported	Up to 2
Adjustment Features	Roll and pitch adjustment
Mounting Location	Ceiling (indoor only)
Included Hardware	5/16-18 x 3/8" set screw
Interface Bracket Compatibility	Chief PSBU (not included)
Safety Factor	Support structure must hold 5 times combined equipment weight
Indoor Use Only	Yes
Required Tools	Hex-head wrench and open-ended wrench
Minimum Thread Engagement	4 threads
Locking Provision	Padlock or pin/nut for security
Column Material	Steel or aluminum (ASTM B221)
Weight per Faceplate	200 lbs (90.72 kg)

Frequently Asked Questions - PDC2000B Chief

What is the maximum weight capacity of the PDC2000B mount?

The total maximum weight capacity is 400 lbs (181.44 kg), with a limit of 200 lbs (90.72 kg) per faceplate. Ensure the combined weight of all components does not exceed these limits.

What type of ceiling column is required for installation?

The mount requires a 1-1/2" NPT or NPSM threaded extension column (Schedule 40, 0.154" minimum thickness, steel or aluminum - ASTM B221). The column is not included.

Can the PDC2000B be used outdoors?

No, this mounting system is designed for indoor use only. Using it outdoors may cause damage or injury.

How do I adjust the roll of the display?

To adjust roll (horizontal movement), loosen two Nylock nuts inside the PDC, move the display to the desired position using slotted holes, then tighten the Nylock nuts.

How do I remove a display from the PDC2000B?

First, disconnect all power/audio/video cables and remove any lock. Then pull back on the flags on the upper mounting holes and press the pins down to the 'Open' position. Carefully lift the display off using two people.

What tools are needed for installation?

You will need a hex-head wrench (for the set screw) and an open-ended wrench (for tightening the mount onto the column).

How do I attach the mount to the ceiling column?

Thread the PDC mount onto the 1-1/2" NPT or NPSM column until tight, ensuring at least four threads are engaged. Then install and tighten the included 5/16-18 x 3/8" set screw.

Are interface brackets included with the PDC2000B?

No, interface brackets are not included. The mount is designed to work with Chief PSBU interface brackets (sold separately). Follow the instructions provided with those brackets.

What is the required structural strength for the ceiling?

The structure to which the mount is attached must be able to support five times the combined weight of all equipment. Reinforce as necessary before installation.

Can I lock the display to prevent theft?

Yes, the faceplate has holes for a padlock or an optional locking pin and nut. The pin can be moved to lower holes for a more permanent lock.

USER MANUAL PDC2000B Chief

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with mounting brackets and a vertical cylindrical component (no text or symbols)

Large Dual Ceiling Mount

DISCLAIMER

Milestone AV Technologies, Inc., and its affiliated corporations and subsidiaries (collectively, "Milestone"), intend to make this manual accurate and complete. However, Milestone makes no claim that the information contained herein covers all details, conditions or variations, nor does it provide for every possible contingency in connection with the installation or use of this product. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice or obligation of any kind. Milestone makes no representation of warranty, expressed or implied, regarding the information contained herein. Milestone assumes no responsibility for accuracy, completeness or sufficiency of the information contained in this document.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: A WARNING alerts you to the possibility of serious injury or death if you do not follow the instructions.

CAUTION: A CAUTION alerts you to the possibility of damage or destruction of equipment if you do not follow the corresponding instructions.

WARNING: Failure to read, thoroughly understand, and follow all instructions can result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment, or voiding of factory warranty! It is the installer's responsibility to make sure all components are properly assembled and installed using the instructions provided.

WARNING: Failure to provide adequate structural strength for this component can result in serious personal injury or damage to equipment! It is the installer's responsibility to make sure the structure to which this component is attached can support five times the combined weight of all equipment. Reinforce the structure as required before installing the component.

WARNING: Exceeding the weight capacity can result in serious personal injury or damage to equipment! It is the installer's responsibility to make sure the combined weight of all components located between the supporting structure and the PDC does not exceed 400 lbs (181.44 kg) [200 lbs (90.72 kg) each faceplate].

- The weight capacity of the PDC may be LIMITED to the lowest weight capacity of any other component located between the PDC and the supporting structure!

WARNING: Use this mounting system only for its intended use as described in these instructions. Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

WARNING: Never operate this mounting system if it is damaged. Return the mounting system to a service center for examination and repair.

WARNING: Do not use this product outdoors.

IMPORTANT ! : The PDC Series mounts are designed to be mounted to a 1-1/2" NPT or NPSM following ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 (Schedule 40, 0.154" minimum thickness steel or aluminum - ASTM B221) threaded extension column (not included)

NOTE: The PDC Series includes:

- Accessory Model PDC2000 (to be used with two Listed Chief accessory PSBU interface brackets--not included).

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DIMENSIONS

LEGEND

	Tighten Fastener		Hex-Head Wrench
	Apretar elemento de fijación		Llave de cabeza hexagonal
	Befestigungsteil festziehen		Sechskantschlüssel
	Apertar fixador		Chave de cabeça sextavada
	Serrare il fissaggio		Chiave esagonale
	Bevestiging vastdraaien		Zeskantsleutel
	Serrez les fixations		Clé à tête hexagonale
	Loosen Fastener		Open-Ended Wrench
	Aflojar elemento de fijación		Llave de boca
	Befestigungsteil lösen		Gabelschlüssel
	Desapertar fixador		Chave de bocas
	Allentare il fissaggio		Chiave a punte aperte
	Bevestiging losdraaien		Steeksleutel
	Desserrez les fixations		Clé à fourche
			Adjust
			Ajustar
			Einstellen
			Ajustar
			Regolare
			Afstellen
			Ajuster

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION

PARTS

C (1) 5/16-18 x 3/8"

INSTALLATION

WARNING: FAILURE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE STRUCTURAL STRENGTH FOR THIS COMPONENT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT! It is the installer's responsibility to make sure the structure to which this component is attached can support five times the combined weight of all equipment. Reinforce the structure as required before installing the component.

Attaching PDC to Extension Column

CAUTION: Watch for pinch points. Do not place fingers between movable parts.

IMPORTANT ! : These installation instructions assume that a 1-1/2" NPT or NPSM (Schedule 40, 0.154" minimum thickness steel or aluminum - ASTM B221) extension column (not included) has been properly installed and is in place.

1. Thread the PCD mount (A) onto the existing 1-1/2" NPT or NPSM extension column (not included) until tight, with a minimum of four threads engaged. (See Figure 1)

Figure 1

1. Install and tighten the 5/16-18 x 3/8" set screw (C). (See Figure)

Attaching Interface Bracket to Displays

1. Attach PSBU interface brackets to displays following instructions included with interface brackets.

Installing Displays on PDC

WARNING: EXCEEDING MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT! It is the installers responsibility to ensure the total amount of weight placed on the mount does not exceed 400 lbs (181.44 kg) [200 lbs (90.72 kg) each faceplate].

WARNING: DISPLAY MAY WEIGH IN EXCESS OF 40 LBS (18.14 KG)! Always use two people and proper lifting techniques when installing or positioning display.

Figure 2

1. While supporting each side of display, align four mounting buttons on interface bracket with four mounting holes on PDC. (See Figure 2) and (See Figure 3)

2. Lower each display into place listening for audible "click" to ensure recessed area of mounting buttons are properly seated in lower area of mounting holes. (See Figure 2) and (See Figure 3)

Figure 3

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN LEAD TO DISPLAY FALLING CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT! Ensure mounting buttons are completely engaged in mounting holes.

NOTE: Holes are provided in the faceplate for use with a padlock or similar locking device, if desired. In addition, the pin and nut may be removed from the upper holes and moved to the lower holes for use as a more permanent locking device. (See Figure)

1. Connect and secure power, audio and video cables.

Removing Displays from PDC

1. Disconnect all power/audio/video cables.
2. Remove bolt or padlock from faceplate (if used). (See Figure 4)

NOTE: The pin may have been used as a more permanent locking device. If so, remove nut and pin and move from the lower holes to the upper holes.

1. Pull back on flags on upper mounting holes and press pins down into "Open" position. (See Figure 4)

Figure 4

WARNING: EACH DISPLAY MAY WEIGH IN EXCESS OF 40 LBS EACH! Always use two people and proper lifting techniques when installing or positioning displays on PDC.

1. Carefully lift displays from PDC.
2. Lift up on pins and place flags back against faceplate to return it to "Closed" position. (See Figure 4)

Adjustments

Roll Adjustment

1. Loosen two Nylock nuts inside the PDC. (See Figure 5)
2. Using the slotted holes, adjust the roll, or horizontal movement.
3. Tighten two Nylock nuts.

Figure 5

Pitch Adjustment

1. Loosen two screws on side of PDC. (See Figure 5)
2. Adjust to desired pitch, or vertical movement.
3. Tighten the screws on side of PDC.

PDC Series

Installation Instructions