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Stuff it in a Custom-Made Soffit. This is a popular go-to solution of home theater designers. Build a Wall Around It. Stow it Behind the Wall. Hide it Behind the Screen. Put it in a Cabinet, Place it On a Shelf. Tuck it Above the Ceiling. Consider a Short Throw Projector.
Where should I put my projector in my living room?
You can run them inside the wall up through the ceiling/attic, inside the wall down through the floor (depending on what is beneath the living room), or simply down the wall and on the floor.
How far should I place my projector?
For any given projector, the width of the image (W) relative to the throw distance (D) is know as the throw ratio D/W or distance over width. So for example, the most common projector throw ratio is 2.0. This means that for each foot of image width, the projector needs to be 2 feet away or D/W = 2/1 = 2.0.
Does a projector need to be centered?
A projector does not have to be centered on the screen if the projector has the horizontal lens shift range to move the image onto the screen. Not all projectors have horizontal lens shift, which is not the same as keystone correction.
Can you put projector screen over window?
We often get asked whether our motorised projector screens can sit in front of windows and doors. The simple answer is yes. This combination means that the screens can be fitted in front of windows and doors and light will not penetrate through the screen.
Do projectors work during the day inside?
Projectors can be tricky to get right, and especially when it comes to brightness and daytime use projectors can really start to show their weaknesses. Bright light can lead to washed-out/dim projector images, but you can get projectors that work well during the day, indoors and out.
Can a projector be placed at an angle?
You can use your projector at an angle, just be ready to make some adjustments to the image. Chances are, it will be off-center or distorted at first. This doesn’t necessarily mean that you need to move the projector, there are ways you can bring the image into focus, either with keystone correction or lens shift.
Is a projector better than a TV?
A 100-inch TV makes watching anything an event. The better projectors also had far better contrast ratios, and therefore better image quality, than most TVs of the time. Short-throw projectors can help fit a projector into just about any room but they can still look washed out in brighter lighting.
Can I put a projector in my room?
Basements are popular for projectors because they tend to be dark by nature, but you can put a projector in a room with windows so long as you can effectively block out that light, usually with curtains. If you’re willing to put up blackout curtains or shades, nearly any room in your home will work.
How close can a projector be to the wall?
Ideally, you should use your projector’s manual or manufacturer’s website to calculate the best distance from the screen for your particular projector. A good rule of thumb for a 100-inch screen is to have your projector between 122 and 133 inches or around 10.5ft.
How far away should you sit from a 100-inch screen?
Using that calculation, a 100-inch projector screen requires an optimal viewing distance of 119 inches or 3m from the screen. This formula is the generally accepted guideline for judging the optimum distance between the screen and your seating area.
How far should I sit from a 120 inch screen?
With one caveat..which we will get to in a bit. If your family likes being near the center of the theater, then choose a screen size which has about 10 inches of diagonal for each foot of viewing distance. That’s about 120-inch diagonal for a 12 foot viewing distance.
Can you put projector on the side?
You can put a projector on its side but this may significantly decrease the lifespan of your projector. While almost all manufacturers say not to turn a regular projector on its side, there are now projectors being made suited for being stood in such a position.
Can you point a projector at the ceiling?
As long as your ceiling is painted a muted color close to white and isn’t stucco or popcorn, you’re pretty much good to go. Assuming you’ve got that clear ceiling space, you can go right ahead and put a projector onto a tripod and point it up.
Can you use a window shade for projector screen?
You can use a window shade as a makeshift projector screen. Blackout fabric makes it possible to prevent any light from coming through the shade while you show your presentation.
Can I put TV in front of window?
Since your TV provides so much value to your life, it’s important to put it in the optimal spot. This means you should avoid putting it in front of a window since this will make it more difficult to see the TV. It will also take away from the window, reducing the amount of natural light in your room.
