Chief Projector Mount

Quick video showing an installed projector mount made by Chief. If you want to order one, you will have to purchase all three parts as shown in the video. Links provided below.
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[@popalock85]

Wanted to give you props for the video buddy! Exactly what I was looking for. This approach will allow me to set a few of these up, so I can quickly switch locations as efficiently as possible.

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

Thanks! It’s a great product.

[@davidrojas6457]

Nice. Because of the orientation of my room's joists, I'm actually gonna be getting this sliding mount to use in a north-south orientation. It'll actually also help when I go to upgrade my projector because I'll be able to move the whole extension pole back by 10-12 inches to accommodate for the difference in throw ratio. Glad I found this mount!

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

Awesome! Happy this helped!

[@omark1781]

Awesome. I just ordered this for my 45 lb projector. Was thinking about using plywood to span joists but using this mounting plate that runs along the joist solves that problem. Quick question: 1. How are the lag screws that come with this? I've read they're not great.. 2. How did you hang 150 lbs from it beforehand? 3. Can you place an additional screw in the middle of the ceiling plate or is it just on the 2 arms?

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

I believe the lag screws were 3inch, it’s been a while since I installed it. Regarding the weight, I guessed based on most of my weight being used to hang from the bar. You could drill another hole if you want to add a third screw without a problem. Sorry for the delay, just seeing this.

[@omark1781]

@@hometheaterhobby9450 Thanks for the response. It should be getting here on Tuesday. I'm getting the 16 inch version. Did both of your bolts go into one joist or did they span joists? Hoping I could sneak a 3rd lag screw in the center of the ceiling plate.

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

Both into one joist.

[@jpwoodbu]

Thanks for the video! I have the same mount but I wonder if I'm missing a piece. My set screws on either side of the ceiling plate can't tighten enough to keep the column from basically moving freely. In fact, my set screws just keep turning until they "fall" through to the other side. What actually is keeping your ceiling plate secure? What do those set screws screw into?

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

It sounds like your cylinder isn’t low enough, so your set screw is not stopping when it meets the cylinder. The pipe threads should extend low enough for the set screw to hit them. This may be why your cylinder moves around too much, it’s not tightly secured. As far as the ceiling plate is concerned, the screws should’ve been long enough to meet the top of the plate, that’s where they stop. The pressure of the top plate holds them in place.

[@jpwoodbu]

@@hometheaterhobby9450 Thanks for the response! The screws for my ceiling plate are only 1/2 inch long and definitely aren't long enough to reach the top of the track. This helps! I've reached out to the manufacturer but if all else fails maybe I can find some longer screws to solve my problem.

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

Thanks! They should be able to help, they stand by their products.

[@Darthbishop]

Hello, what kind of surge protector did you use?

[@marcalvarado1915]

How easy is it to slide the projector back and forth in the mount? I workday need to be able to slide my 40lb projector out of the way a few times a year in my application. Do you think that would be a problem?

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

It’s fairly simple. It does take a little bit of force after the projector has settled.

[@DukeSkywalker]

How much longer do the mount arms go? Would they reach the feet of the projector?

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

I’m not sure I understand?

[@daehoon01]

can you move it side to side along the rail?

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

Yes, this also allows you to position this front to back if you wanted to move the projector closer.

[@daehoon01]

Home Theater Hobby thank you! I just bought mine now

[@daehoon01]

Home Theater Hobby, one more question, can you lock the mount so it won’t move after you find the optimal position?

[@hometheaterhobby9450]

Yes, it’s secured with set screws.

[@daehoon01]

What was the surge protector you used to connect your projector. I’ve been wanting to look but haven’t had the time too.