RSMB333 - Projector Mount Chief - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Projector Mount
Brand	Chief
Model	RSMB333
Series	RSM Elite Series
Weight Capacity	25 lbs (11.34 kg)
Pipe Compatibility	1-1/2" NPT or NPSM (Schedule 40, 0.154" min. thickness aluminum)
Wood Stud Installation	Double 2" x 4" cross bracing, max 5/8" drywall
Concrete Installation	Min. 8" thick concrete, max 5/8" drywall
Threaded Rod Installation	Four 1/4" min. Grade 2 threaded rods (not included)
Adjustments	Yaw, Pitch, Roll (micro-adjustment with locking screws)
Security	Keyed lock, security screw, locking lever
Interface Bracket	Optional Chief SSM Series (not included)
Intended Use	Indoor only
Tools Required	Phillips screwdriver, hex wrench, hammer, drill, level
Materials	Aluminum construction (pipe spec), steel fasteners
Dimensions	Refer to manual for detailed dimensions
Weight	Approx. 6-8 lbs (estimated)

Frequently Asked Questions - RSMB333 Chief

What is the maximum weight capacity of the RSMB333 mount?

The maximum weight capacity is 25 lbs (11.34 kg). Exceeding this limit can cause serious injury or equipment damage.

Can the RSMB333 be installed on drywall alone?

No, the mount must be attached to structural members such as wood studs, concrete ceiling, or threaded rods. Drywall covering is allowed up to 5/8" but the mount itself must be anchored to the underlying structure.

How do I install the RSMB333 on a wood stud ceiling?

You need double 2x4 cross bracing between joists. Mark four holes using the mount as a guide, drill 3/32" pilot holes 1-3/4" deep, then secure with #10 x 3" wood screws and flat washers (not included).

What type of concrete anchors are required for concrete ceiling installation?

Use 4 - 3/8" x 2-1/4" Grade 2 concrete anchors (not included). Drill 1/4" pilot holes 2-1/2" deep, insert anchors flush, then secure with #10 x 3" wood screws.

Can the RSMB333 be suspended from threaded rods?

Yes, use four 1/4" minimum Grade 2 threaded rods (not included) secured to overhead structural members with channel nuts. The mount has access holes for socket wrench adjustment.

How do I adjust the yaw, pitch, and roll of the projector?

Loosen the respective locking screw with a #2 Phillips screwdriver, turn the micro-adjustment screw to align the image, then retighten the locking screw. Yaw rotates left/right, pitch tilts up/down, and roll rotates the projector.

Do I need an interface bracket to attach my projector?

Yes, the RSMB333 requires an optional Chief SSM Series interface bracket (not included) which is specific to your projector model.

How do I secure the projector once mounted?

After sliding the projector bracket into the mount base slots, ensure screws are seated in the back, then move the locking lever to "Locked" position and turn the key to lock.

What tools are needed for installation?

You will need a #2 Phillips screwdriver, hex wrench (for set screws), hammer, drill, and level. For threaded rod installation, a socket wrench may be required.

Is the RSMB333 suitable for outdoor use?

No, this mount is designed for indoor use only. Outdoor exposure may cause damage and safety hazards.

USER MANUAL RSMB333 Chief

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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RSM Elite Series Projector Mounts

DISCLAIMER

Milestone AV Technologies, 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.

Chief® is a registered trademark of Milestone AV Technologies. All rights reserved.

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 attached to the RSM does not exceed 25 lbs (11.34 kg).

- The weight capacity of the RSM may be LIMITED to the lowest weight capacity of any other components located between the RSM 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 RSM 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 aluminum- ASTM B221) threaded extension column.
• mounted to double 2" x 4" wood stud cross bracing (1-1/2" on center) between two 2" x 4" ceiling joists; with a maximum drywall covering of 5/8".
• mounted to a concrete ceiling with a minimum thickness of 8" and a maximum drywall covering of 5/8"; or
• suspended from four 1/4" diameter (minimum) Grade 2 or better threaded rods (not included) which are secured to unistrut, angle or channel assembly overhead structural members (trusses or l-beams) by Grade 2 or better 1/4" channel nuts (not included).

NOTE: RSM Series may be used with Listed Chief models WM110S, WM120S, WM130S, WM210S, WM220S, WM230S, WM240S, WM210SI, WM220SI, WM230SI, WM240SI and SL220 (not included).

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DIMENSIONS

NOTE: CUSTOM INTERFACE BRACKET NOT SHOWN. THE CUSTOM INTERFACE BRACKET NEEDED FOR YOUR PROJECTOR WILL ADD DEPTH TO INSTALLATION AND MAY AFFECT LOCATION OF DISPLAY ON THE MOUNT.
SEE SSM-XXX DRAWING ALSO

LEGEND

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	Loosen FastenerDesserrez les fixationsAllentare il fissaggioBefestigungsteil lösenAflojar elemento de fijaciónBevestiging losdraaienDesapertar fixador		Drill HolePercez un trouPraticare un foroBohrlochPerforarGat borenFazer furo
	Phillips ScrewdriverTournevis à pointe cruciformeCacciavite a stellaKreuzschlitzschraubendreherDestornillador PhillipsKruiskopschroevendraaierChave de fendas Phillips		AdjustAjusterRegolareEinstellenAjustarAfstellenAjustar
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	Open-Ended WrenchClé à fourcheChiave a punte aperteGabelschlüsselLlave de bocaSteeksleutelChave de bocas		OptionalEn optionOpzionaleOptionalOpcionalOptieOpcional
	By HandÀ la mainA manoVon HandA manoMet de handCom a mão		Security WrenchClé de sécuritéChiave di sicurezzaSicherheitsschlüsselLlave de seguridadVeiligheidssleutelChave de segurança

LEGEND

	Hammer		Target of Projector
	Martillo		Punto de enfoque del proyector
	Hammer		Ziel des Projektors
	Martelo		Mira do projector
	Martello		Punto di proiezione
	Hamer		Doel van de projector
	Marteau		Cible du projecteur

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION

PARTS

RSM INSTALLATIONNOTE:Models RSM-A/RSM-B/RSM-C/RSM-D are identical EXCEPT each provides a different keyed lock.Threaded Pipe Installation1. Carefully determine required mounting location.IMPORTANT !: This will require knowing the lens to screen distance. See projector specifications for details on determining this distance.2. Install 1-1/2" NPT or NPSM following ANSI/ASME B1.20.1 (Schedule 40, 0.154" minimum thickness aluminum - ASTM B221) threaded extension column (not included) into threaded collar until tight, with a minimum of four threads engaged.WARNING:IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT! Structural membersMUSTbe capable of supporting five times the combined weight of all equipment being mounted.3. Align RSM with end of NPT pipe.4. Thread RSM up onto pipe by turning until hand tight.

Rough Alignment of RSM1. Turn RSM clockwise or counter-clockwise until front of mount is facing target.2. Secure RSM to pipe by turning set screw until tight.CAUTION:DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN! Over tightening of setscrew can damage threads on pipe.3. Turn security screw using a Phillips screwdriver until set screw cannot be seen through access hole in RSM.

INSTALLATION

1a

Wood Stud Installation

1. Carefully determine required mounting location.

IMPORTANT !: This will require knowing the lens to screen distance. See projector specifications for details on determining this distance.

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT! Structural members MUST be capable of supporting five times the combined weight of all equipment being mounted

IMPORTANT ! : The RSM mounts are designed to be mounted to double 2" x 4" wood stud cross bracing (1-1/2" on center) between two ceiling joists; with a maximum drywall covering of 5/8".

1. Using the RSM as a guide, mark four mounting hole locations with a pencil or similar tool. Hole locations must be centered on 2" x 4" cross braces.

2. Drill four 3/32" (2.5mm) dia. pilot holes to a depth of 1-3/4" (45mm) deep.

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1. Align four mounting holes in RSM with four pilot holes.

IMPORTANT ! : Make sure mount is properly oriented towards target before securing to structure.

1. Secure RSM to structure using four #10 flat washers and four #10 x 3" Phillips head wood screws (not included).

1b

Concrete Installation

1. Determine mounting location.

WARNING: The RSM is designed to be mounted to a concrete ceiling with a minimum thickness of 8" and a maximum drywall covering of 5/8".

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT! Structural members MUST be capable of supporting five times the combined weight of all equipment being mounted.

1. Using the RSM as a guide, mark four mounting hole locations on ceiling using a pencil or similar tool.

2. Drill four 1/4" (6.3mm) dia. pilot holes to a depth of 2-1/2" (64mm) deep.

3. Align four mounting holes in RSM with four pilot holes.

IMPORTANT ! : Make sure mount is properly oriented towards target before securing to structure.

WARNING: Anchors (not provided) must be installed into structurally sound solid concrete. Installation into hollow concrete block, mortar, or concrete that exhibits cracking, spalling, or other defects may result in failure of anchor and serious personal injury or damage to equipment.

1. Install four 3/8" x 2-1/4" Grade 2 concrete anchors (not included) by inserting into pilot holes and pounding in until flush with mounting surface.
2. Secure RSM to structure using four #10 flat washers and four #10 x 3" Phillips head wood screws (not included).

Threaded Rod Installation

The RSM must be suspended from four 1/4" diameter (minimum) Grade 2 or better threaded rods (not included) which are secured to unistrut, angle or channel assembly overhead structural members (trusses or I-beams) by Grade 2 or better 1/4" channel nuts (not included).

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT! Structural members MUST be capable of supporting five times the combined weight of all equipment being mounted.

1. Carefully determine required mount position.

IMPORTANT ! : This will require knowing the lens to screen distance. See projector specifications for determining this distance.

NOTE: Threaded rod and installation hardware not included.

1. Secure one end of the threaded rod to the structural member.

2. Install four #10-24 jam nuts on each threaded rod.

3. Install the RSM on the threaded rod.

NOTE: Hole in the RSM allows socket wrench access without unit disassembly.

PROJECTOR INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT ! : Model RSM uses optional Chief "SSM" Series interface brackets. (See Parts drawing.)

Install Interface Bracket

1. Partially thread thumb nuts onto Phillips screws until screw end is visible in top of thumb screw.

IMPORTANT ! : DO NOT fully tighten thumb screws at this time.

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN LEAD TO PROJECTOR FALLING RESULTING IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. DO NOT substitute hardware. Use only the hardware provided by the manufacturer.

1. Secure interface bracket to mount using installation instructions and hardware provided with interface bracket.

NOTE: Interface brackets can be installed using the optional All-Points Security Kit included with the SSM mounting solutions.

Install Projector With Interface Bracket

1. Orient projector with interface bracket as shown in figure 2b at left.
2. Lift projector so that screws with thumb nuts are aligned with mounting slots in mount base.
3. Slide projector with mounting bracket onto mounting slots in mount base until screws are seated against the back of mounting slots. See figure 2b and 2c.

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN LEAD TO PROJECTOR FALLING RESULTING IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. Make certain mounting slots in mount base slide under thumb screws and that screws are seated in the back of slots.

2c

Securing Projector with Interface Bracket to Model RSM Mount

WARNING: IMPROPER INSTALLATION CAN LEAD TO PROJECTOR FALLING RESULTING IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. Make certain mounting slots in mount base slide under thumb screws and that screws are seated in the back of slots.

1. Verify mounting screws are properly seated in mounting slots in mount base.
2. Move locking lever to "Locked" position as shown in figure 2c at left.
3. Insert key into lock and turn to secure projector to mount.

	ADJUSTMENTSYAW Adjustment1. Loosen YAW adjustment locking screw using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.2. Turn YAW micro-adjustment screw right or left using a #2 Phillips screwdriver until image is properly aligned on target.3. Tighten YAW adjustment locking screw using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
	Pitch Adjustment1. Loosen PITCH adjustment locking screw using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.2. Turn PITCH micro-adjustment screw right or left using a #2 Phillips screwdriver until image is properly aligned on target.3. Tighten PITCH adjustment locking screw using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

Roll Adjustment

1. Loosen ROLL adjustment locking screw using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
2. Turn ROLL micro-adjustment screw right or left using a #2 Phillips screwdriver until image is properly aligned on target.
3. Tighten ROLL adjustment locking screw using a #2 Phillips screwdriver.

RSM Elite Series Projector Mounts

Installation Instructions