I N S T A L L A T I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S
TRUSS/POLE STATIC MOUNT
Model: TPS-2000 SERIES
The TPS-2000 Series is designed for both pole and truss
installations quick and easy. This versatile mount
accommodates a large range of truss and pole
dimensions, includes security options and provides
flexible features perfect for exhibit, retail and digital
signage applications.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
WARNING: ALL COMPONENTS MUST BE SECURELY FASTENED TO A STRUCTURAL MEMBER CAPABLE
OF SUPPORTING 4 TIMES THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF ALL COMPONENTS PLUS THE EQUIPMENT BEING
MOUNTED. IF IT CANNOT SUPPORT THIS WEIGHT, THE STRUCTURE MUST BE REINFORCED.
WARNING: THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT TO BE INSTALLED ON THE MOUNT IS 150 POUNDS (68.04 KG).
8807-000010 (Rev. B)
CHIEF MANUFACTURING INC.
1-800-582-6480 952-894-6280 FAX 952-894-6918
8401 EAGLE CREEK PARKWAY, STE 700
SAVAGE, MINNESOTA 55378 USA
¤2005 Chief Manufacturing
12/05
Installation Instructions
Model: TPS-2000 SERIES
INSTALLATION
Pole Mount
Tighten Clamp Hardware
(4 places)
WARNING: THE STRUCTURAL MEMBER MUST BE
CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING 4 TIMES THE
COMBINED WEIGHT OF ALL COMPONENTS PLUS
THE EQUIPMENT BEING MOUNTED.
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1. Verify truss plate (10) is properly oriented for
installation.
Recessed, Slotted Flat Surface
Against Pole
10
Figure 4: Position and Secure Back Plate
Truss Mount
Slot at bottom
WARNING: THE STRUCTURAL MEMBER MUST BE
CAPABLE OF SUPPORTING 4 TIMES THE
COMBINED WEIGHT OF ALL COMPONENTS PLUS
THE EQUIPMENT BEING MOUNTED.
Figure 2: Truss Plate Orientation for Pole Installation
1. Verify truss plate (10) is properly oriented for
installation.
2. Attach truss plate (10) to pole using Chief accessory
clamps or equivalent. (See Figure 3)
NOTE: The orientation of the truss plate when mounted
on a truss is the same as when mounted on a
pole. (See Figure 2)
NOTE: Contact Chief Customer Service at 1-800-582-
6480 to identify the proper mounting clamp for the
installation.
2. Locate mount location on truss.
3. Adjust truss plate (10) vertical and horizontal position
until desired location is obtained. (See Figure 4)
3. Attach truss plate (10) to truss using Chief accessory
clamps or equivalent. (See Figure 3)
4. Secure truss plate to pole by tightening clamp
hardware. (See Figure 4)
NOTE: Refer to page 2 of this document for available
Chief mounting clamp kits. See Available
Mounting Clamp Kits on page -2
4. Adjust truss plate (10) vertical position until desired
location is obtained. (See Figure 4)
Clamp
5. Secure truss plate to truss by tightening clamp
hardware. (see Figure 5)
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Figure 3: Install Back Plate to Pole
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Model: TPS-2000 SERIES
Installation Instructions
center upper mounting hole and lower center slot in
truss plate (10).
Truss
5. Secure face plate (20) top to truss plate (10) using
one 3/8" flat washer (40), and one 3/8" Nylock Nut
(30).
Face Plate (20)
Mounting Stud
Nylon Spacer (60)
TrussPlate (10)
(Mounted to Pole
or Truss)
Lock Nut (30)
10
Clamp with Hardware
(4 places)
Mounting Stud
Flat Washer (40)
Nylon Spacer (50)
Flat Washer (40)
Figure 5: Install Truss Plate to Truss
Install Face Plate to Truss Plate
Figure 7: Install Face Plate to Truss Plate
6. Secure face plate (20) bottom to truss plate (10) using
one UHMW Washer (50), one 3/8" flat washer (40),
and one 3/8" Nylock Nut (30). (See Figure 7)
1. Verify face plate (20) is properly oriented for
installation. (See Figure 7)
DISPLAY INSTALLATION
UP
Side with part number decal
towards back plate
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to hang display on stand
with one person.
Back Plate mounted
on pole or truss
1. Make sure Q-Latch is in the OPEN position so it will
not obstruct display installation (See Figure 8).
To Display
Faceplate
Display
To
Back Plate
OPEN
Q-Latch
Figure 6: Face Plate Orientation to Truss plate
2. Install two .64" x .327" Nylon Spacers (60) onto
mounting studs on face plate (20) back.
Figure 8: Open Q-Latch
3. Align mounting studs on face plate (20) with center
upper mounting hole and lower center slot in truss
plate (10). (See Figure 7)
2. With one person supporting each side of the display,
align the four mounting buttons with the four teardrop
slots in faceplate (See Figure 9).
4. Place studs on face plate back into, and through,
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Model: TPS-2000 SERIES
ADJUSTMENTS
Faceplate
Display
The TPS-2000 Series mount provides for limited roll
adjustment to level the display after installation.
To adjust display roll:
1. Loosen roll adjustment nuts. (See Figure 11)
2. Level Display.
Mounting
Button
3. Tighten roll adjustment nuts. (See Figure 11)
Faceplate
Display
2 deg.
Mounting
Button
Truss Plate (10)
Figure 9: Align Display
3. Secure display by placing the Q-Latch in the
"Latched" position (See Figure 10).
Face Plate (20)
Roll Tension
Adjustment Nuts
NOTE: A hole is provided in the Q-Latch and faceplate
to accommodate the insertion of a padlock or
similar locking device.
View from back
(Mounting structure and hardware not shown)
Faceplate
Figure 11: Display Roll Adjustment
Display
LATCHED
Mounting
Q-Latch
Button
Figure 10: Close Q-Latch
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Model: TPS-2000 SERIES
Installation Instructions
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