Faq How To Select Projector Screen - Elite Screens TE100HC2 Product Manual

How to Select Projection Screen
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$$$ How much you should spend on your screen? We recommend spending around 15-30% of your projec-
tor cost on the type of projection screen that would be the most suitable in matching the quality-to-cost ratio with
your projector. Fortunately for the frugal consumer, recent advances in the projection industry have resulted in
high quality projectors flooding the market at highly competitive pricing.
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What type of screen is suitable for your projection environment?
• Wall/Ceiling Screen
* Manual pull down Screens are the typical entry level product. They are simple, reliable and highly
affordable. They present a flat projection surface and do not include costlier extra features used in the
electric screens.
* Fixed Frame Screen: is for the dedicated home theater room. Most high-end professional installations
prefer using this product line over the retractable projection surfaces. Our diagonal sizes range from 84"
to 200" for the same larger than life experience you would encounter at a movie theater.
* Electric Screens: are ideal for use with a concealed projection system allowing your room to
be used for other purposes as would be seen in a conference room, classroom or family room. The
added aesthetics of a large drop-down projection screen enhances the "Wow" factor in your presentation.
Our product comes fully assembled with all of the IR&RF remote controls and a 5-12V trigger included.
The diagonal measurements for our in-stock electric screens range from 75" to 400" surfaces.
• Portable Screen
* Tripod Screen: is the most affordable entry level portable presentation screen. These are ideal for
portable classroom, church congregation and large group home theater presentations.
* EZ-Cinema: Floor Pull Up Screen uses a simple telescoping support and its ability to be quickly set up
and taken down makes it an indispensable centerpiece to any traveling presentation. In addition to its
popularity with traveling speakers, it is equally sought after as a component for a "Home Theater in a
Box" for smaller living spaces such as a singles pad.
* EZ-Cinema Plus: Floor Pull Up Screen, has all of the virtues of the EZ-Cinema with the addition of one
crucial element. Its unique "Scissor Back" self-standing spring support allows the end user to pull up the
screen to its desired level and leave it there without making any additional adjustments. Now a large
screen surface can be deployed in the same time it takes to open an umbrella.
* Kestrel Series: Is our new floor electric screen. It combines the quality of our premium grade electric
screens with the portablilty of our floor pull-up series.
* QuickFold: Is a commercial grade portable fixed-frame screen which is ideal for large traveling presenta-
tions and tradeshows. Its durable lightweight design and option of front or rear projection material has
made it a favorite in the Commercial AV circles as well as for outdoor film screenings and DJ events. It
is the largest of our portable screens with diagonal surface sizes ranging from 72" to 200".
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What is the most popular screen material? (Please visit page 6-8, projection screen material selection guide)
* It is important to remember that different screen types are necessary for both the projection environment
and the projector itself.
* MAXWhite (Matte White): It is the most versatile and uniform screen surface for front projection and has
perfect diffusion for wide viewer distribution. This material is best used when ambient light is controllable
and enables unlimited viewing angles with perfect uniformity while giving precise definition and color
reproduction. Screen Surface is washable with mild soap and water. Flame retardant and mildew resistant.
* CineWhite (Tension White): Provides broad light dispersion with spectral uniformity to give a panoramic
viewing angle and true color rendition. This is a tension surface that is best used when ambient light is
moderately controlled. Tension White qualities are equal to the Matte White Screen material but provides
a flatter profile for superior image quality and color reproduction. Screen Surface is washable with mild
soap and water.
* PowerGain (High Gain white): The Tension High Gain screen material is designed for DLP and LCD
home cinema projectors. This tension surface is the best choice when use with a High Definition/Low
Output Video source and where ambient light is moderately controlled. Elite Tension High Gain is perfect
for use in the home theater environment. Screen Surface is washable with mild soap and water.
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What is the Ratio?
* 1:1 - Best for those using OHP (Overhead Projector) educational/training presentations.
* 4:3 (NTSC) - Standard TV and PC format. This is a popular format in conference rooms and training
facilities.
* 16:9 (HDTV) - Best for the home theater environment with an HDTV Home Cinema Projector.
* 2.35:1- Widescreen Cinemascope format which is perfect with the new anamorphic lenses on the market
today.
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How to Select
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