3.2 Installation Considerations
Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are installing a projector tempo- rarily or permanently, you should take the following into account to ensure your projector performs optimally.
Installation Type
Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or inverted mount. Table
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| Front Screen, Floor Mount Installation |
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• | Easy to set up |
| • Shares floor space with audience |
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• Can be moved or changed quickly |
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• | Easy to access |
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• | Does not take up audience space |
| • Installation is more permanent |
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• | Projector is unobtrusive |
| • Projector access is more difficult |
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• Projector cannot be accidentally moved |
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| Rear Screen, Floor Mount Installation |
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• | Projector is completely hidden |
| • | Requires separate room |
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• | Projector is easily accessed |
| • Installation cost is usually higher |
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• Usually good ambient light rejection |
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| Rear Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation |
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• | Projector is completely hidden |
| • | Requires separate room |
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• | Usually good ambient light rejection |
| • Installation cost is usually higher |
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| Rear Screen, Floor Mount with Mirror |
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• | Projector is completely hidden |
| • | Requires separate room |
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• | Usually good ambient light rejection |
| • Installation cost is usually higher |
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• Requires less space behind screen than other rear |
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Ambient Light
In general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the screen. Contrast ratio in your images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the screen, such as when a shaft of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed out and less vibrant.
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