{"id":21101,"date":"2022-09-13T07:00:25","date_gmt":"2022-09-13T14:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rentforevent.com\/?p=21101"},"modified":"2023-09-06T20:15:36","modified_gmt":"2023-09-07T03:15:36","slug":"how-to-choose-the-right-projector-screen-size","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rentforevent.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-projector-screen-size\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Right Projector Screen Size?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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It\u2019s not enough that you have a high-definition projector; you also need the right projector screen size to boot. This is to ensure optimal viewing experience, whether it\u2019s for a movie screening, presentation, live show, etc.<\/p>

The screen size will largely affect the clarity of the projected image. If it\u2019s too big, the image quality will lose substantial resolution. Meanwhile, if it\u2019s too small, the screen will not maximize the full resolution of the projector. Also, it will negatively impact the viewing experience in a large room.<\/p>

In this blog post, we will help you select the suitable projector size based on your needs. Read on to know more about the technical aspects of projector screens.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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How to choose the right projector screen size<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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1.\tCheck your projector brightness<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The first thing you should check is the compatibility of your projector to the screen. Not all projectors and screens are compatible with each other.<\/p>

Technically, the bigger the screen, the higher brightness it will need. If the projector doesn\u2019t have enough lumens (brightness), the projected image will be dull and blurry. Your audience will have trouble seeing what\u2019s on the screen \u2013 ultimately ruining their viewing experience.<\/p>

The rule of thumb is that a 6-foot tripod screen requires a projector with at least 3,000 lumens. Meanwhile, a 13.5 x 24-foot fast fold screen must be paired with a 30,000-lumen projector.<\/p>

However, if the room has ambient lighting, you will need higher lumens for the best results. Take note that projectors work best in dark spaces.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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2.\tDetermine the number of viewers<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The size of your projector screen should also depend on the number of viewers. Basically, a large audience translates to a bigger venue, thus the need for an equally larger screen.<\/p>

Aside from that, a large crowd also means that the screen has to seat far from the first row. This is to give the audience a good view of the content (more on this below).<\/p>

With that, a bigger audience requires a large screen. And if you use a large screen, you also have to upgrade your projector and venue. It\u2019s a domino effect.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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3.\tConsider the viewing distances<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Screen size and viewing distance go hand in hand. The bigger your screen is, the farther the viewing distance will be. On the same note, longer viewing distances mean you need larger projection screens.<\/p>

For the best viewing experience, the screen should fill at least 30 degrees of the person\u2019s field of vision. This can be raised to 40 degrees for a cinematic motion picture feel.<\/p>

The rule of thumb you can follow is this: multiply the projector screen size by 1.2 to 1.6 for the optimal distance.<\/p>

Following this rule, a 100\u201d screen must be viewed at a distance of 120 to 160 inches.<\/p>

Nevertheless, indoor viewing like with a home cinema will usually require an equally smaller screen. In this case, the viewing distance will be much shorter.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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4.\tCheck the aspect ratio<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The aspect ratio of a screen refers to the relation between its width and height. The most common are the 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios.<\/p>

This means that for every 16 feet of the screen width, it would have 9 feet of the screen height. The same applies to the 4:3 ratio.<\/p>

If you\u2019re not sure what aspect ratio to get, stick to 16:9. This is the widely used screen size in multimedia content. Also, it\u2019s easier to adjust a 4:3 ratio of content to a 16:9 projector screen than the other way around.<\/p>

Take note that a 16:9 aspect ratio is sometimes referred to as 1:78:1 or 1.78. These numbers are basically the same since 16 divided by 9 is 1.78. Also, there are other aspect ratios aside from 16:9 and 4:3, so always check your content first.<\/p>

So what happens if I used a screen with an improper aspect ratio? While you can still project your content, there would be black bars on the edges.<\/p>

Don\u2019t worry because projector providers like Rent For Event can help you pick the right aspect ratio for your screen. Our team will check your content and customize your screen for the best viewing experience.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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5.\tCheck the throw distance<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The throw distance refers to the horizontal distance between the screen and the projector lens. It\u2019s measured in ratio, which will dictate how large of an image the projector can produce at a specific distance.<\/p>

For example, a projector with a throw ratio of 1:2 means that for each foot of the projected image, the distance must be 2 feet. With this, lower throw ratios mean that the projector can emit larger images at shorter distances.<\/p>

So how does it relate to your projector screen? The throw ratio will determine the screen size you\u2019ll need based on the space you have in your venue. Also, the placement of the screen is critical for the best image quality.<\/p>

Technically, throw distances are categorized into three levels: ultra-short throw, short throw, and long throw.<\/p>