Installation
3.3 | Proper installation of your projector will ensure the quality of your display. Whether you are | |
Installation | installing a projector temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into | |
Considerations | account to ensure your projector performs optimally. | |
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Installation Type ➤ | Choose the installation type that best suits your needs: front or rear screen, floor mount or | |
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| • Easy to set up | • Shares floor space with audience |
| • Can be moved or changed quickly |
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| • Easy to access |
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| Front Screen, Inverted Mount (ceiling) Installation | |
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| • Does not take up audience space | • Installation is more permanent |
| • Projector is unobtrusive | • Projector access is more difficult |
| • Projector cannot be accidentally moved |
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| • Projector is completely hidden | • Requires separate room |
| • Projector is easily accessed | • Installation cost is usually higher |
| • Usually good ambient light rejection |
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| • Projector is completely hidden | • Requires separate room |
| • 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 |
| • Usually good ambient light rejection | • Installation cost is usually higher |
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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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